Job Description
Job Description
POSITION OVERVIEW
The Vice President of Innovation in Translational Science and Biomarkers (iTSB) will have overall strategic and operational management of the program. The program provides resources to support C-Path's biomarker core competency and transformation of translational sciences. The scope of iTSB encompasses novel concepts and broader aspects of drug development, is therapeutic-area agnostic, and includes preclinical work through registration trials. The position is part of the executive leadership team that drives the overall strategy for the organization and represents C-Path on a local, regional, national and international basis.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Direct multiple Executive Directors, scientific staff, associate directors, project managers, project coordinators and work groups for existing and prospective consortia and programs.
- Attract, develop, coach, and retain high-performance team members, empowering them to elevate their level of responsibility, span of control, and performance.
- Work with staff to develop systems that ensure consistent, high-quality project management.
CORE DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES
Drive and direct the strategy for C-path's biomarker core competency while interacting and synergizing with the four other core competencies - data management and standards, modeling and analytics, clinical outcome assessments, and regulatory science.Implement and enhance the organizational vision in alignment with C-Path's Strategic Plan. This includes sourcing and incubation of new projects as well as internal coordination in the spirit of 'One C-Path', to support our core competencies and emerging areas of strategic focus.Strategy, sustainability, and fundraising responsibilities are in collaboration with the VP of Strategic Partnerships, to support existing programs and the growth of C-Path; cultivate existing relationships and develop new funder relationships.Demonstrate consistent quality of finance and administration, fundraising, communications, and systems; recommend timelines and resources needed to achieve the program goals.Ensure ongoing programmatic excellence through the creation and execution of detailed research work plans for each consortium / project and revise as appropriate to meet changing needs and requirements.Develop the necessary systems, processes, and tools to better support the facilitation, collection, and sharing of knowledge that is generated by the Program.Manage relationships with partner organizations by developing strong, positive, professional relationships with regulatory authorities, government agencies, research organizations, foundations, pharma / biotech, venture capitalists, NGOs, etc. (within established policies and compliance standards); continually look to form new relationships and strategic partnerships that further C-Path's mission.Ensure the communication of consortia and initiative progress via scientific publications, presentations and social media.REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Highly organized and ability to deliver results in an ambiguous, fast-moving environment; a driving force who manages toward clarity and solutions.A successful track record in setting priorities, shaping processes, guiding investment in people and systems, and developing an infrastructure that creates a stronger and more efficient organization.Knowledge of FDA / EMA / PMDA regulations and requirements.Broad scientific, clinical, technical, and regulatory understanding of the functions involved in the pre-clinical and clinical development of healthcare products, including drugs, devices and biomarkers.Experience with program management.A consummate team player with a flexible and creative approach.Excellent communication and coalition building skills with an ability to balance, negotiate, and work with a variety of internal and external stakeholders; high level of knowledge and understanding, especially as it relates to program growth, connecting programs to funding, creatively generating other resources, and building strategic partnerships.REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Terminal degree (MD, DO, PhD, DSc. / ScD, or equivalent).Minimum of ten (10) years of experience in healthcare product development including preclinical and clinical stages.Minimum of ten (10) years of professional experience in a general management role leading diverse teams up to 10 employees, ideally in a rapidly evolving organization.Reasonable Accommodation :
Newly hired employees in need of an exemption from this policy due to a medical reason or because of a sincerely held religious belief must submit a completed request for accommodation form to the human resources department to begin the interactive accommodation process as soon as possible. Accommodation will be granted where they do not cause C-Path undue hardship or pose a direct threat to the health and safety of others. Please direct any questions regarding this policy to the human resources department.
The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time.
Critical Path Institute is an equal opportunity employer. Visit our website at www.c-path.org
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