The Opportunity:
Join the Translational Medicine (TM) team at our client, where they seek a dynamic Director/Associate Director driven by scientific creativity and collaboration. In this role, you'll spearhead the development of companion diagnostics (CDx) across diverse neurology indications, navigating a dynamic, cross-functional environment with agility and innovation.
Responsibilities:
- Lead the implementation of CDx strategy to bolster early and late-stage development efforts.
- Guide joint project teams (JPTs) with diagnostic partners and internal stakeholders for successful analytical and clinical validation studies.
- Foster seamless collaboration with biomarker scientists, clinical development, and operational teams to ensure effective sample collection and CDx testing in clinical trials.
- Work closely with diagnostic partners and internal functions to facilitate regulatory submissions supporting CDx approvals.
- Manage contracts, budgets, and timelines associated with CDx development, in coordination with project management and finance.
- Collaborate with clinical development, medical affairs, and commercial teams to strategize CDx test publication and launch readiness.
Required Experience, Skills, and Education:
- Ph.D. in biology, genomics, or related field, with 6+ years of industry experience.
- 3+ years of CDx development expertise.
- Proficiency in established and emerging clinical diagnostic technologies (e.g., NGS, IHC, PCR).
- Strong scientific, business, and interpersonal skills, with adeptness in problem-solving and multitasking.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
Preferred Experience, Skills, and Education:
- Prior experience in neurology drug development within the biopharmaceutical industry.
Join our client to revolutionize neurology treatments through transformative science, tireless commitment, and unwavering integrity.