Director Translational Sciences (Oncology) role will drive the translational strategies for clinical development of oncology programs, bridge preclinical experimental data to translational strategies, and provide scientific, technologic and strategic guidance and hands-on contribution to biomarker programs accompanying clinical trials.
Requirements
- Ph.D. or PhD/MD in Immunology, molecular biology, pathology or related discipline with scientific background in Oncology or Immuno-Oncology
- 6 to 10+ years of oncology clinical development experience as biomarker project/program lead in the biotech/pharmaceutical industry
- Therapeutic knowledge and scientific accomplishments as evidenced by publications in peer reviewed journals in oncology or immune-oncology
- In depth understanding of translational medicine and biomarker mechanisms associated with immune-oncology and targeted therapies
- Demonstrated experience with innovative assay development and proven ability to effectively troubleshoot and solve complex problems
- Experience in collaborating with external specialty laboratories
- Experience in working within interdisciplinary cross-functional teams with other key development functions (clinical lead, regulatory, biostatistics, operations and clinical pharmacology) to develop and execute the biomarker strategy in alignment with clinical development objectives
- Ability to independently drive, manage, execute, and deliver results for a portfolio of complex multi-functional projects
- Eagerness to work in the dynamic environment of a fast-growing company and comfortable in working in a matrix environment (global/cross-functional)
- A genuine interest and understanding of the science supporting the development programs
- Excellent, broad communication skills in various interpersonal settings as well as excellent organization skills and attention to details
- Strong writing skills as demonstrated by authorship of peer-reviewed publications and contributions to regulatory communications (e.g., briefing documents, clinical trial protocols, marketing authorization applications)
Benefits
- Flexible hours
- Vacation account
- Digital Learning
- Performance & talent development
- Leadership development
- Apprenticeships
- LinkedIn Learning
- Your voice at the table
- Culture on an equal footing
- Opportunities to shape & impact
- Support for your full potential
- Company bike
- Job ticket
- Deutschlandticket
- Employer-funded pension
- Childcare
