Director, Discovery Oncology, T-Cell Engagers

Merck • Boston, MA

5d • Hybrid

About The Position

Discovery Oncology is seeking a visionary and driven people leader to discover and advance the next Oncology therapeutics. Come join an incredible team steeped in a history of scientific excellence and successful drug discovery. The successful candidate will lead a team at our company's Boston site focused on immune engaging biologics as well as additional modalities. They will partner across to help build our Discovery Oncology strategy and our expanding pipeline. This leader will work tightly with clinical, translational, and business development colleagues to ensure an effective pipeline of compelling medicines. The successful candidate will have a strong record of scientific excellence, thoughtful strategic planning, and inspiring people leadership.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in Biology, Immunology, Biochemistry, Pharmacology, Toxicology, Bioengineering, Biotechnology, Oncology, Biophysics, Biologics, or a related subject area with 8+ years of post-degree experience in industry or equivalent OR MS with 10+ years of experience.
• An extensive background in cell biology and immunology.
• Deep expertise in T cell engagers and biologics.
• A proven track record of advancing well designed investigative new drugs into the clinic.
• Experience managing a group of senior and junior scientists with a track record of achievements, including project leadership and strategic contributions.
• Ability to build strong relationships within highly collaborative, multidisciplinary teams to effectively drive drug discovery initiatives.
• Excellent attention to detail and strong communication (oral and written) skills.
• Highly self-motivated and capable of prioritizing deliverables among multiple projects.

Nice To Haves

• Preference will be given to candidates with a deep T cell biology background with extensive biotech/pharmaceutical experience.
• Experience with modalities beyond T cell engagers is beneficial, particularly including antibody drug conjugates or small molecules.

Responsibilities

• Be a creative and forward thinking leader to design and execute on the future of our company's Oncology therapeutics, particularly T cell engagers and other protein-based modalities.
• Leverage your deep understanding of cancer biology and the current internal and external oncology landscape to evaluate the opportunity of new therapeutics.
• Deliver on milestones key to pipeline advancement such as preclinical candidates and IND packages for first in human studies.
• Contribute your expertise and vision to business development evaluations of molecules or platforms of interest to our company.
• As a member of the Discovery Oncology Leadership team, meaningfully contribute to the development and execution of strategy and the growth and development of staff.
• Foster a high-performance culture of collaboration, engagement, self-accountability and inclusion. Establish strong relationships within highly collaborative, multidisciplinary teams to effectively drive drug discovery initiatives.

Benefits

• We offer a comprehensive package of benefits. Available benefits include medical, dental, vision healthcare and other insurance benefits (for employee and family), retirement benefits, including 401(k), paid holidays, vacation, and compassionate and sick days.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees