Vice President, Immunology and Inflammation
Apex Systems
Watertown, MA
Full-time
Job# : 2031144
Job Description :
Vice President, Immunology and Inflammation 2031144
Location : Watertown MA (Onsite)
Science / Focus : Immunological Diseases
Job Overview : This role will lead the development of innovative oral degrader programs and oversee translational immunology and Inflammation projects, applying your expertise in immunology and Inflammation to drive progress and decision-making across our clients portfolio.
Primary Job Responsibilities :
- Apply expertise in immunology and translational medicine to tackle challenges and spearhead decision-making for all immunology projects, from lab bench to clinical application.
- Lead the translational aspect of drug discovery, ensuring seamless progression of immunology projects through all phases of clinical development.
- Establish collaboration with stakeholders to set definitive goals and endpoints for translational trials.
- Oversee and direct clinical trial data analysis and biomarker studies at both internal labs and external Contract Research Organizations, ensuring timely project advancement.
- Foster external partnerships to engage scientific experts for problem-solving, while mentoring project leads and representing the company in key discussions.
Primary Job Requirements :
- PhD or MD / PhD in Immunology, Inflammation or a closely related field coupled with at least 15 years of experience in both preclinical and clinical immunology research, including a leadership role in project management, and a preference for clinical laboratory medicine exposure.
- Demonstrated expertise in Immunology, evidenced by the ability to translate molecular insights into strategic advantages in the clinic, alongside a solid portfolio of translational immunology achievements, pharmacodynamic measures, and patient selection assays critical to the success of Phase 1 and Phase 2 trials.
- A balanced background with experience operating in both large corporations and dynamic startups, showcasing adaptability and versatility in various work environments.
- Outstanding communication prowess, substantiated by a history of published work, conference presentations, and significant contributions to key regulatory filings, complemented by meticulous attention to detail and a proven record in experimental data analysis to inform strategic decisions.
- A blend of leadership qualities, including a collaborative spirit, the ability to motivate and influence diverse teams, strategic foresight, creativity, and the willingness to engage in hands-on tasks to drive projects to fruition, underpinned by excellent oral and written communication skills.
5 days ago