Job Description
Our Company's Discovery Biologics is seeking an exceptional and experienced scientist at the Senior Director level to lead the Biologics Disruptive Technologies group based in Cambridge, MA. The role carries responsibilities for advancing cutting edge technologies that deliver transformational scientific, technological, and operational improvements in our ability to discover and develop new biologics therapies. The position leads an organization of both in silico and wet lab scientists. The role reports into the VP of Discovery Biologics and sits on the global Discovery Biologics Leadership Team.
We recognize that the diversity in our team is our strength and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Successful candidates must demonstrate inclusive behaviors in working with a diverse group of scientists to drive our core mission.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead the Disruptive Technologies team to advance state-of-the-art capabilities that accelerate our ability to invent biologics medicines, including AI generative design, automation/miniaturization, cell-free expression.
Manage priorities, resources, and investments aligned with the Discovery Biologics strategy.
As a member of the Discovery Biologics Leadership Team, collaboratively drive the strategy and operations of the our Company global Discovery Biologics organization.
Actively attract and develop talent, including strategically leveraging diversity to strengthen the team.
Foster a high-performance culture of collaboration, engagement, self-accountability and inclusion.
Effectively partner across multidisciplinary interfaces to achieve organizational objectives.
Support partnerships and partnering opportunities with biotech and academia to drive new and existing capability collaborations and evaluations in areas of strategic intent.
Stay abreast of external advancements in the relevant scientific fields.
Promote the external reputation of our Company Discovery Biologics.
Qualifications:
Education:
Required Experience and Skills:
- Expert-level knowledge in one or more of the following: Generative AI-driven de novo design and protein engineering; cell-free expression; lab-on-a-chip; microfluidics; LIMS; automation
- Prior experience in leadership and managerial roles in the development of AI/ML, LIMS, Data Science, or automation
Experience mentoring and developing colleagues through formal and informal means
Excellent communication and collaboration skills
Has established of a strong external reputation through high-impact publications, presentations, and scientific community engagement
Demonstrated passion for, and a track record of talent development
Champion for diverse and inclusive culture
Preferred Experience and Skills:
Experience in the discovery of biologics therapeutics
Project leadership experience
Experience in outsourcing and managing external collaborations
Experience in line management of groups of five (5) or more
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Employee Status:
Regular
Relocation:
Domestic/International
VISA Sponsorship:
Yes
Travel Requirements:
25%
Flexible Work Arrangements:
Not Applicable
Shift:
1st - Day
Valid Driving License:
No
Hazardous Material(s):
No
Required Skills:
Preferred Skills:
Job Posting End Date:
09/30/2024
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