GSK · 22 hours ago
Associate Director, Haematology Translational Research Lead
Collegeville, PA
Full-time
Hybrid
Lead/Staff, Director/ExecutiveGSK is a global biopharma company focused on uniting science, technology, and talent to advance healthcare. They are seeking an experienced Associate Director to lead translational research in haematology, focusing on patient risk stratification and biomarker identification.
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Responsibilities
As part of the Oncology Translational Research team, utilise haematology expertise to lead translational research in cross-functional matrix environments
Design and execute translational research plans for preclinical haematology assets, focusing on mechanisms, biomarkers, and potential expansion opportunities
Advise preclinical project teams on biomarker discovery, indication selection, differentiation, and clinical transition planning
Build relationships and collaborate with internal teams, external healthcare professionals, and global investigators to advance translational research and clinical profiling efforts
Communicate research progress and outcomes to stakeholders through reports and presentations, ensuring alignment with senior leadership and collaborators
Oversee multiple projects and workstreams, manage resources effectively, and maintain up-to-date knowledge as a leader in clinical and translational research
Qualification
Required
PhD or equivalent in a relevant biological science or medicine field
Considerable experience in translational research, with experience in leading haematology/immunology research in a biotech or pharma setting
Demonstrated ability to identify key translational questions as well as track record of creating and implementing project plans to address those questions
Experience of contributing to translational research in a matrix team environment, with exposure to industry drug discovery and clinical development teams
Demonstrated cross-functional knowledge of cancer biomarker discovery with experience in non-clinical translational experimental approaches and reverse translation activities
Proven leadership potential with experience in managing and developing scientific teams
Preferred
Excellent project management skills with a focus on delivering results
Demonstrated scientific excellence and understanding of myeloma, as evidenced by publications, research reports, and external presentations
Experience in molecular and genomic assay technologies and with clinical assay development (e.g. flow cytometry, immunohistochemistry, immunoassays)
Excellent problem-solving, organisational and analytical skills to address complex scientific questions
Strong collaboration and partnership skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams, with a preference for experience in managing research collaborations
Demonstrates flexibility and ability to work well with ambiguity and in intense situations
Benefits
Competitive salary
Annual bonus based on company performance
Healthcare and wellbeing programmes
Pension plan membership
Shares and savings programme
Company
GSK
We are uniting science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together. Our community guidelines: https://gsk.to/socialmedia
Founded in 1929
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$25.51MKey Investors
CARB-X
2021-03-02Grant· $18M
2020-09-23Grant· $7.51M
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Leadership Team
Luke Miels
Chief Executive Officer
Julie Brown
CFO
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