Senior Director Research Competitive Intelligence

Zealand Pharma

Base: $226,000-276,000 usd; bonus/equity: not spec...
Onsite
Phd in life sciences or quantitative discipline
10-15+ years biopharma r&d experience
Deep knowledge of obesity and metabolic disease
This role shapes Zealand Pharma's research direction by integrating external landscapes to influence the research portfolio

Job Summary

  • This role shapes Zealand Pharma's research direction by integrating external landscapes to influence the research portfolio.
  • The position requires rapidly internalizing breaking external data to independently develop analyses and narratives for strategic decision-making.
  • Candidates must partner cross-functionally with Research, Medical, Development, IR, and Commercial teams to align on key strategic options.

Matching Summary

This role shapes Zealand Pharma's research direction by integrating external landscapes to influence the research portfolio.

Salary

Base: $226,000-276,000 USD; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • PhD in life sciences or quantitative discipline
  • 10-15+ years biopharma R&D experience
  • Deep knowledge of obesity and metabolic disease
  • Quantitative analysis and data visualization skills
  • Experience with discovery chemistry and pharmacology

Nice-to-have

  • Familiarity with agentic AI systems
  • Ability to influence in a matrixed environment
  • High learning agility for multiple drug modalities
  • Strong executive communication skills

Key Requirements

  • PhD or equivalent advanced degree required
  • 10-15+ years of biopharma experience
  • Demonstrated understanding of discovery chemistry
  • Proficiency in Bayesian/statistical approaches

Work Rights

Not specified

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