Director of Immunobiology

Overview

Our client, a leading biopharmaceutical company, is focused on the discovery, development, and commercialization of novel medicines to address serious unmet medical needs in oncology, inflammation, and autoimmunity. They are committed to research and development excellence to improve patient lives, contribute to healthcare advancements, and create sustainable value.

The company is dedicated to discovering and developing first-in-class and best-in-class medicines, advancing a diverse portfolio of large and small molecules.

The Immunology group is seeking a Director of Immunology to oversee the scientific development of their Immunology portfolio, covering early discovery through late-stage clinical assets. This role will support both small molecule and biologics pipelines, integrating internal capabilities with external partnerships.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the day-to-day activities and long-term development of scientists within the group.
• Develop and implement models to support both in vitro and in vivo pharmacology for autoimmune disease assets.
• Collaborate with multiple CROs and internal resources across the organization to achieve program objectives.
• Serve as a member of the Immunology leadership team.
• Contribute to the proposal of new therapeutic targets and support their evaluation and validation.
• Introduce and apply innovative technologies to ensure the group remains at the forefront of scientific innovation.

Qualifications:

• Ph.D. in Immunology or a related scientific field with proven managerial and scientific leadership experience in immune regulation.
• Industry experience required.
• Expertise in drug discovery and development, including hit identification, lead optimization, candidate selection, and preclinical development.
• Experience with regulatory filings (IND, NDA, or BLA).
• Demonstrated success in leading pharmacology efforts in autoimmune diseases, including assay development, candidate screening, and mechanism of action studies.
• Experience with complex in vitro and/or in vivo models is required.
• Ability to work effectively in a highly collaborative, multicultural team environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a self-driven, creative, and entrepreneurial mindset.