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Vice President, Drug Discovery Immuno-Oncology

Vir Biotechnology
San Francisco, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/6/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/4/2025

Vice President, Drug Discovery Immuno-Oncology

  • Company Address : 1800 Owens Street Suite 900, San Francisco, CA, 94158

About Vir Biotechnology

Vir Biotechnology, Inc. (in Europe, Humabs BioMed) is an immunology company focused on powering the immune system to address unmet patient needs in infectious disease and beyond.

Job Description

Vir Biotechnology is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on powering the immune system to transform lives by discovering and developing medicines for serious infectious diseases and cancer. Its clinical-stage portfolio includes infectious disease programs for chronic hepatitis delta and chronic hepatitis B infections and multiple dual-masked T-cell engagers across validated targets in solid tumor indications.

We believe the success of our colleagues drives the success of our mission. We are committed to creating a company passionate about equality, inclusion, and respect. When everyone feels supported and encouraged to give their best, we will collectively deliver outstanding results.

THE OPPORTUNITY

Vir Biotechnology is seeking a seasoned Vice President of Drug Discovery with a specialization in immunology and immuno-oncology to join our dynamic team. Reporting directly to the Chief Scientific Officer (CSO), you will play a pivotal leadership role within our research department, serving as a core member of the CSO Leadership Team. In this role, you will provide critical scientific insight and direction for our drug discovery and immuno-oncology strategies across all of Vir's pipeline.

You will lead a multidisciplinary team of scientists and operational experts, providing strategic direction, mentorship, and support to foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and excellence. Through exceptional leadership, you will drive the development of pioneering therapies to combat cancer, guiding the strategy and execution of drug discovery initiatives through all phases of development.

This role is located in our San Francisco headquarters with an expectation of 4 days per week in office.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

  • Leadership : Lead a group of scientists focused on immuno-oncology, offering strategic direction and mentorship to ensure the success of our research initiatives. Inspire and motivate team members to achieve their full potential.
  • Program Oversight : Oversee the oncology drug discovery pipeline, from early-stage research through preclinical development, ensuring scientific and operational excellence.
  • Strategy : Utilize your extensive experience and expertise in immunology to create overarching strategies for cancer immunotherapies, supporting the preclinical and clinical development of products.
  • Stakeholder and Risk Management : Oversee and manage teams who partner with external collaborations such as academic institutions and contract research organizations.
  • Scientific expertise / innovation : Stay abreast of the latest developments in immune-oncology and drug development, incorporating relevant insights into program strategies.
  • Budgeting : Ensure financial resources are effectively allocated and managed to support achievement of the priority objectives for translational biology group.
  • WHO YOU ARE AND WHAT YOU BRING

  • Ph.D. or equivalent advanced degree in a relevant scientific discipline (immunology and immuno-oncology background strongly preferred) with 15 years of experience in the pharmaceutical / biotechnology industry.
  • Subject matter expert in cancer immunology with a significant publication record in the field.
  • Thorough knowledge and expertise in preclinical drug discovery of large molecules.
  • History of building relationships and promoting engagement across all partners.
  • Sound business acumen with a pragmatic, results-oriented leadership style.
  • Prior experience leading large teams and management skills to inspire and develop individuals.
  • Strong communication and presentation skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
  • WHO WE ARE AND WHAT WE OFFER

    The expected salary range for this position is $290,000 to $340,000. Actual pay will be determined based on experience, qualifications, geographic location, and other job-related factors.

    Vir Biotechnology's compensation and benefits are aligned with the current market and commensurate with the person’s experience and qualifications. All full-time employees receive a package that includes : compensation, bonus and equity as well as many other Vir benefits and perks such as health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance benefits, non-accrual paid time off, company shut down for holidays, commuter benefits, child care reimbursement, education reimbursement, 401K match and lunch each day in the office.

    Applicants must currently be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

    Vir Biotechnology is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions at Vir Biotechnology are based on legitimate, non-discriminatory business requirements, job duties and individual qualifications.

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    Salary : $290,000 - $340,000

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