Job Description
🚀 We're Hiring: Associate Director / Principal Scientist – Translational Science & Early Clinical Strategy
Are you passionate about bridging science and strategy to bring transformative therapies to patients faster? Our client, a growing biotech company, advancing novel therapies in oncology and immunology, is looking for a talented Associate Director or Principal Scientist to lead Translational Science & Early Clinical Strategy initiatives as we enter a critical phase of growth.
Join a visionary and agile team with deep scientific expertise, strong backing, and a commitment to translating cutting-edge discoveries into real-world impact.
🔬 What You’ll Do:
* Drive translational science efforts from preclinical development into early clinical programs
* Design and execute biomarker strategies to support mechanism of action, patient selection, and pharmacodynamic endpoints
* Partner cross-functionally with discovery biology, clinical development, and external collaborators
* Interpret complex data sets to inform early clinical strategy and decision-making
* Contribute to IND-enabling activities and first-in-human study design
🎯 What We’re Looking For:
* PhD, MD/PhD, or equivalent in a relevant field (e.g., Immunology, Oncology, Molecular Biology)
* 6–10+ years of industry experience, ideally with direct experience in translational science or early clinical development
* Proven experience with ADC's (antibody drug conjugates) is ESSENTIAL
* Deep understanding of tumor biology, immunology, or targeted therapies
* Strong track record of scientific leadership and cross-functional collaboration
* Experience with biomarkers, companion diagnostics, or precision medicine approaches is highly desirable
🌟 Why Join Us:
* Be part of a small, elite team making big science happen
* Work at the intersection of innovation and strategy with a direct path to impact
* Flexible, hybrid work environment with a dynamic and empowering culture
* Opportunity for significant leadership and career growth as we scale
Apply now -
Tshering Sherpa
Tsherpa@planet-pharma.co.uk