Flagship Pioneering
Pioneering Medicines | Cambridge, MA Pioneering Medicines: Director, Immunology
Flagship Pioneering, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, United States,
Cambridge, MA USAWhat if...
We could harness the power of Flagship’s scientific platforms and create novel treatment options that benefit more patients, sooner?Pioneering Medicines, an initiative of Flagship Pioneering, is building a world-class biopharmaceutical R&D capability focused on conceiving and developing life-changing treatments for patients by harnessing the power of Flagship's scientific platforms and applying those innovative approaches to serious diseases with unmet medical need. Unique to Pioneering Medicines’ approach is the opportunity to combine platforms to create truly novel and potentially transformative treatments.About Flagship Pioneering:Flagship Pioneering conceives, creates, resources, and develops first-in-category life science platform companies to transform human health and sustainability. Since its founding in 2000, the firm has originated and fostered the development of more than 100 scientific ventures, resulting in over $34 billion in aggregate value, 500+ issued patents, and more than 50 clinical trials for novel therapeutic agents.Position Summary:Pioneering Medicines is seeking a highly motivated and experienced leader with deep subject matter expertise & scientific acumen in Immunology/Inflammation drug discovery to lead research and projects focused on developing novel therapies for autoimmune disease. The successful candidate will work cross-functionally to support all aspects of drug discovery, from early mechanism of action studies to early clinical development. We are seeking individuals who are analytical, goal-oriented, and timeline-sensitive, while maintaining the highest of scientific and ethical standards. Strong communication skills and comfort working in a dynamic and cross-functional team environment are highly desirable.Responsibilities:Involved in identifying novel pathways and mechanisms within Immunology/InflammationDirect mechanism of action/feasibility studies and design of research plans to support formation of new projectsFacilitate lead ID/optimization to preclinical support of the research programs in Immunology/Inflammation therapeutic areasResponsible for leading cutting-edge research efforts in Immunology/Inflammation in collaboration with Flagship platform companiesParticipate in external partnerships and collaboration efforts with CROs to advance pipeline programs in Immunology/InflammationQualifications and Requirements:Ph.D or M.D/Ph.D in Immunology or related areas. Candidates with MD should have strong basic drug discovery research.Postdoctoral experience in Immunology/Inflammation related areas and strong record of scientific publications6-10 years of industry experience in Immunology/Inflammation research with a focus on autoimmune diseasesExperience in small molecule/antibody drug discoverySubject matter expertise in both in vitro assays, primary cell assays, in vivo models, familiarity with DMPK and Safety studies required to advance molecules from Hit to Lead to IND.Record of accomplishment of initiating programs in discovery setting and driving to the clinic is required.Experience managing Ph.D and non-Ph.D scientist of varying levels.Demonstrated leadership skills in building strong teams, ability to motivate, influence, develop/mentor others.Ability to present clear and compelling scientific and business cases.This position is on-site in Cambridge, MA.Flagship Pioneering and our ecosystem companies are
committed to equal employment opportunity
regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status.
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We could harness the power of Flagship’s scientific platforms and create novel treatment options that benefit more patients, sooner?Pioneering Medicines, an initiative of Flagship Pioneering, is building a world-class biopharmaceutical R&D capability focused on conceiving and developing life-changing treatments for patients by harnessing the power of Flagship's scientific platforms and applying those innovative approaches to serious diseases with unmet medical need. Unique to Pioneering Medicines’ approach is the opportunity to combine platforms to create truly novel and potentially transformative treatments.About Flagship Pioneering:Flagship Pioneering conceives, creates, resources, and develops first-in-category life science platform companies to transform human health and sustainability. Since its founding in 2000, the firm has originated and fostered the development of more than 100 scientific ventures, resulting in over $34 billion in aggregate value, 500+ issued patents, and more than 50 clinical trials for novel therapeutic agents.Position Summary:Pioneering Medicines is seeking a highly motivated and experienced leader with deep subject matter expertise & scientific acumen in Immunology/Inflammation drug discovery to lead research and projects focused on developing novel therapies for autoimmune disease. The successful candidate will work cross-functionally to support all aspects of drug discovery, from early mechanism of action studies to early clinical development. We are seeking individuals who are analytical, goal-oriented, and timeline-sensitive, while maintaining the highest of scientific and ethical standards. Strong communication skills and comfort working in a dynamic and cross-functional team environment are highly desirable.Responsibilities:Involved in identifying novel pathways and mechanisms within Immunology/InflammationDirect mechanism of action/feasibility studies and design of research plans to support formation of new projectsFacilitate lead ID/optimization to preclinical support of the research programs in Immunology/Inflammation therapeutic areasResponsible for leading cutting-edge research efforts in Immunology/Inflammation in collaboration with Flagship platform companiesParticipate in external partnerships and collaboration efforts with CROs to advance pipeline programs in Immunology/InflammationQualifications and Requirements:Ph.D or M.D/Ph.D in Immunology or related areas. Candidates with MD should have strong basic drug discovery research.Postdoctoral experience in Immunology/Inflammation related areas and strong record of scientific publications6-10 years of industry experience in Immunology/Inflammation research with a focus on autoimmune diseasesExperience in small molecule/antibody drug discoverySubject matter expertise in both in vitro assays, primary cell assays, in vivo models, familiarity with DMPK and Safety studies required to advance molecules from Hit to Lead to IND.Record of accomplishment of initiating programs in discovery setting and driving to the clinic is required.Experience managing Ph.D and non-Ph.D scientist of varying levels.Demonstrated leadership skills in building strong teams, ability to motivate, influence, develop/mentor others.Ability to present clear and compelling scientific and business cases.This position is on-site in Cambridge, MA.Flagship Pioneering and our ecosystem companies are
committed to equal employment opportunity
regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status.
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