Vice President, Platform Innovation

At Proclinical, we are seeking an individual to fill the role of Vice President, Platform Innovation and Biology, based in Cambridge, MA. The successful candidate will chart a course to enhance and evolve the SLTx platform by leading a team dedicated to applying state-of-the art molecular, cell biology, and immunology techniques to enable the next generation of encapsulated allogeneic cell therapies.

Responsibilities

• Create and oversee a new Department at Accountable for all aspects of cell biology, immunology and platform biology.
• Accountable for key platform-related deliverables.
• Own the relationships with internal and external KOL's and subject matter experts.
• Oversee internal staff, CRO's and academic collaborators.
• Keep up with relevant literature and cutting-edge techniques.
• Lead and manage teams.
• Condense complex biology for presentation to management and boards.

Skills And Qualifications

• PhD in a biological field of study required (cell biology or immunology preferred) and 10-15 years of industry experience in a relevant area.
• Strong and diverse understanding of basic cell biology, immunology and protein synthesis/secretion.
• Experience with cell therapies such as in regenerative medicine a plus.
• Previous exposure to cell-biomaterials interactions desirable.
• Outstanding written, verbal, interpersonal and collaborative communication skills.

To Apply:

Please click on the Apply button. Please include a short note outlining why you are interested in the role and why you think you are suitable.

In case you have difficulty in applying or if you have any questions, please call Andrew Shen at (+1) 646-367-1089 or upload your resume on our website - www.Proclinical.com.

A full job description is available on request.

Proclinical is a specialist employment agency and recruitment business, providing job opportunities within major pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical, biotechnology and medical device companies.

#LI-AS1