(SME) Associate Director, In Vivo Pharmacology

About the position

HD Biosciences, a WuXi AppTec company, seeks a Director - In Vivo Pharmacology to manage team and project operations. The candidate must provide leadership, scientific, and operational support for a diversified research staff. This role requires experience and an established track record in working with multi-functional teams outside their reporting structure and presenting research strategies and results. Along with scientific strength, the successful candidate must have a proven track record of instilling teamwork and operational excellence while successfully executing against objectives. This key position will report directly to the head of the In Vivo Pharmacology Department.

Responsibilities

• Act as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in In Vivo Pharmacology, providing in-depth technical expertise and guidance on the design and interpretation of preclinical studies, especially in drug discovery and disease model development.
• Provide scientific leadership by proactively advising, sharing knowledge, and expert opinions across functions and with senior management.
• Use SME experience to anticipate scientific barriers and proactively develop strategies to ensure successful drug evaluation.
• Provide technical mentorship and training to staff, ensuring that the latest scientific methodologies are applied in research activities.
• Collaborate with other departments to integrate SME insights into research, ensuring the highest level of scientific rigor and innovation.
• Participate in drafting quotations, ensuring the inclusion of expert-driven methodologies and accurate project scope.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure timely execution and communication of research results with high-quality standards.
• Interface with pharma partners, academic collaborators, and partner CROs.
• Work with the Business Development (BD) team to support marketing efforts, including the creation of materials, presentations, and client-facing documents to showcase the company's capabilities in In Vivo Pharmacology.
• Can work in a team environment and independently as required.
• Provide operational support to ensure department goals are achieved.
• Ensure compliance with applicable regulations, Wuxi AppTec policies, and SOPs.
• May be required to work on weekends or assist in other departments as needed.

Requirements

• PhD with training in oncology, metabolic disease, immune/autoimmune, or a highly related field, and at least 10 years of related academic or industry work experience.
• 5 years of experience in managing scientists and technicians and leading team research activities.
• Proven experience as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in In Vivo Pharmacology with a demonstrated ability to provide expert-level input and guidance on preclinical study design, execution, and interpretation.
• AALAC certification and/or prior experience with IACUC standards is highly desirable.

Nice-to-haves

• Strong interpersonal and verbal/written communication skills.
• Ability to read, write, and understand English and Mandarin.
• Ability to travel for business as required.
• Expertise in In Vivo Pharmacology, with deep experience in preclinical model development and drug discovery processes.
• Experience working closely with the Business Development (BD) team to develop marketing materials and support proposal writing.