What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate Director - Bioanalytical Assays– Well funded Gene Therapy Startup position at Warman O'Brien?
My client is an exciting and rapidly growing gene therapy startup at the forefront of innovation located in the South San Francisco who are currently undergoing an expansion due to recently securing a significant series A funding round. They are committed to revolutionizing the treatment landscape for genetic disorders and are seeking a dynamic and experienced individual to join their team as the to lead their Bioanalytical Assay Development activities at a Principal Scientist or Associate Director level, or possibly Director for exceptional candidates.
As the Associate Director of Bioanalytical Assays, you will play a crucial role in their bioanalytical efforts to assess the efficacy and safety of their platform for treatment of genetic liver and metabolic diseases. The incumbent will lead the development, validation, and execution of a variety of protein and cell-based metabolic and enzymatic assays to advance our therapeutic programs from the initial in vitro and in vivo proof of concept to IND-enabling studies. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge research and make a meaningful impact on the lives of patients.
Responsibilities
- Development and hands-on execution of the bioanalytical / biomarker strategy for multiple gene therapy programs.
- Oversee the development, validation and execution of a variety of enzyme-based metabolic assays and other biomarkers to evaluate the safety and efficacy of our targeted gene insertion.
- Collaborate and align with internal teams and partners to integrate and optimize new assay technologies and methodologies to advance therapeutic programs.
- Manage the work of others directly as well as in a matrixed structure to conduct rigorous science and deliver high quality data in a timely manner.
- Oversee group communication of study results to the project teams and to internal and external stake holders.
- Support evaluation of BD opportunities and patent filling
- Act as a scientific mentor and role model, supporting the Addition Therapeutics culture.
- Potentially oversee the preclinical program strategy and inform key decisions.
Qualifications
Benefits
If you are looking to take the next step in your career in the Biotech industry and you would like to know more about this role or the other opportunities we currently have on our books, please apply now with your CV to speak with our specialist Scientific Consultant William Ashbrook
Salary : $160,000 - $200,000
