As Director of Drug Discovery, you will drive scientific strategy and execution across multiple therapeutic programs. You will lead a multidisciplinary team of scientists spanning biology, pharmacology, chemistry, and translational research, and play a key role in building our discovery engine.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead and oversee early-stage discovery programs from concept to IND-enabling studies.
* Define scientific vision and priorities in alignment with company strategy.
* Manage and mentor teams across biology, assay development, pharmacology, and chemistry.
* Evaluate and integrate new technologies (e.g., AI, high-throughput screening, single-cell omics, electrophysiology, etc.) to enhance discovery pipelines.
* Collaborate with external partners, CROs, and academic collaborators.
* Present progress and strategy to executive leadership, board members, and investors.
About You
* PhD in Pharmacology, Molecular Biology, Neuroscience, or related field.
* 10+ years of experience in drug discovery, with a proven track record of moving programs from target validation to preclinical development.
* Strong leadership and communication skills with experience managing diverse scientific teams.
* Deep understanding of translational science and project prioritization in a biotech or pharma setting.
* Demonstrated success in building pipelines and delivering high-quality candidates.
Why Join Us
* Lead a world-class discovery team in a fast-growing biotech.
* Directly influence company strategy and R&D innovation.
* Work with cutting-edge tools and technologies in a collaborative, mission-driven environment.
* Competitive compensation, stock options, and comprehensive benefits.
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