Translational Medicine Lead, Oncology Therapy Area

Orion

Translational Medicine Lead advancing oncology programs and driving innovation in R&D at Orion Corporation. High-impact role working across discovery and clinical stages with a focus on biomarkers and diagnostics.

Posted 7/10/2026full-timeCambridge • Massachusetts • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $130,000 - $300,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead and own Translational Medicine strategy for oncology programs
Subject matter expert in solid tumor biology
Serve as the bridge between discovery research and clinical development
Ensure translational insights are embedded into study trial design
Collaborate closely with CDx lead and internal collaborators
Deliver timely, high-quality biomarker data
Lead reverse translation from patient data to insights
Contribute to IND, CTA, and regulatory submissions

Requirements

What you’ll need

Ph.D. or equivalent advanced degree in biological sciences or related
5+ years relevant translational experience within biotech/pharma
Strong experience in clinical biomarkers and translational strategy execution
Experience in oncology drug development
Proven experience in matrix leadership and cross-functional delivery

Benefits

Comp & perks

Work impacts millions of lives around the world
Continuous learning investment
Innovative products
Value teamwork and low hierarchies
Purpose-driven careers

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Hard Skills & Tools

Solid Tumor BiologyTranslational Strategy ExecutionBiomarker Data AnalysisIND SubmissionCTA Submission

Soft Skills

CollaborationLeadershipCross-Functional Communication

Certifications

Ph.D. in Biological Sciences