What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director, HIV Scientific Lead position at International AIDS Vaccine Initiative?
Job Title: Director, HIV Scientific Lead
Location: San Diego, CA
Reports to: Vice President – Head of Discovery Science
Position Summary:
We are seeking a highly experienced and ambitious Scientist with a focus on HIV research to serve as our Director, HIV Scientific Lead. This is an exceptional opportunity to make a meaningful impact on global public health.
About the Role:
The Director, HIV Scientific Lead will be responsible for strategically driving the strategy and direction of HIV research at IAVI. You will partner with the VP, Head of Discovery Science to oversee existing antibody and vaccine discovery platforms, create and implement new innovative partnerships and platforms, and lead teams responsible for pre-clinical assessment of HIV vaccine candidates and induced antibody immune responses.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead established programs and manage the existing HIV vaccine immune response evaluation pipeline.
- Oversee and manage the existing HIV antibody discovery pipeline.
- Work with internal and external collaborators to develop lead HIV antibody and vaccine candidates.
- Participate in global research teams advancing immune response evaluation of HIV vaccine candidates.
- Publish manuscripts and present findings at national/international meetings.
- Provide subject matter expertise and written scientific content towards grant writing and reporting.
- Maintain, build, and participate in research collaborations with industry, academia, and not-for-profit institute partners.
- Serve as a point person for HIV research at IAVI for collaborating organizations and the broader scientific community.
- Seek new funding opportunities and facilitate the establishment of new research consortia.
- Provide strategic scientific leadership and participate in organizational strategic planning initiatives.
Education and Work Experience:
A Ph.D. in immunology or virology, or related field is required. A minimum of 8 years of independent research experience following doctoral training, including significant expertise in HIV research, is also required.
Qualifications and Skills:
- Critical interpretation and understanding of data flowing in from various branches within interdisciplinary programs.
- Ability to work with a high level of scientific independence and direct others.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, innovative environment while remaining flexible, proactive, and resourceful.
Organizational Overview:
IAVI is a nonprofit scientific research organization dedicated to addressing urgent, unmet global health challenges, including HIV and tuberculosis. Our mission is to translate scientific discoveries into affordable, globally accessible public health solutions.
IIVI Core Values:
- Dedication to the Mission: We are committed to the translation of scientific discoveries into affordable, globally accessible public health solutions.
- Innovative Evolution: We are committed to solving complex problems in creative and innovative ways, learning from our mistakes and successes and never giving up.
- Integrity: We are committed to meeting the highest ethical and professional standards in everything we do and to taking responsibility for our actions to earn respect.
- Collaboration: We are committed to embracing diversity, the power of global teamwork and the belief that by working as one we can make a difference.
