Collaborate with discovery, translational medicine, and clinical teams to develop and refine therapeutic hypotheses for autoimmune and inflammatory diseases
Participate in prioritization of target and modality selection
Evaluate and diligence external discovery and early clinical opportunities for potential partnerships or acquisitions
Act as a visible strategic leader within the immunology portfolio
Design early clinical studies that efficiently test therapeutic hypotheses
Monitor patient safety and ensure compliance with GCP, FDA, ICH guidelines, and company policies
Establish and maintain relationships with key opinion leaders and scientific experts in autoimmunity and inflammation
Partner with regulatory colleagues on IND strategy, FDA interactions, and global development planning

Requirements

Medical Doctor or Doctor of Osteopathy
Must be board eligible or certified in Rheumatology, Dermatology, Gastroenterology, Allergy/Immunology, or related specialty or have completed the comparable level of post-medical school clinical training relevant to the country of hiring
Minimum 3–5+ years of pharmaceutical/biotechnology industry experience with progression to Director or Sr Director responsibilities in early clinical development
PhD in Immunology, Molecular Biology, or related field strongly preferred
Demonstrated experience in early-phase clinical trial design and execution
Strong background in translational medicine and biomarker development or application
Track record of successful cross-functional collaboration and matrix leadership
Deep understanding of immunology, autoimmune disease pathophysiology, and current therapeutic landscape
Experience with novel immunomodulatory approaches (biologics, small molecules, cell therapies, genetic medicines)

Benefits

Company bonus (depending, in part, on company and individual performance)
Eligibility to participate in a company-sponsored 401(k)
Pension
Vacation benefits
Eligibility for medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug benefits
Flexible benefits (e.g., healthcare and/or dependent day care flexible spending accounts)
Life insurance and death benefits
Certain time off and leave of absence benefits
Well-being benefits (e.g., employee assistance program, fitness benefits, and employee clubs and activities)

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools

early clinical trial designbiomarker developmentimmunomodulatory approachesbiologicssmall moleculescell therapiesgenetic medicinestranslational medicineclinical developmentpatient safety monitoring

Soft Skills

strategic leadershipcross-functional collaborationmatrix leadershiprelationship buildingcommunication

Certifications

Medical DoctorDoctor of Osteopathyboard certified in Rheumatologyboard certified in Dermatologyboard certified in Gastroenterologyboard certified in Allergy/Immunology