Senior Director, Exploratory Biology

VRTX (Vertex)

San Diego, CA, United States
Base: $217,000 - $325,400; bonus/equity: eligible;...
Onsite
Expertise in molecular and cellular biology
Experience leading drug discovery efforts
Proven experience managing ph.d.-level scientists
The Vertex Biology team seeks a strategic and innovative leader to advance therapies for serious diseases

Job Summary

  • The Vertex Biology team seeks a strategic and innovative leader to advance therapies for serious diseases.
  • This role involves developing strategies for novel therapeutic approaches and guiding projects from concept to proof of concept.
  • Vertex offers a unique R&D strategy focusing on validated targets and creating predictive lab assays.

Matching Summary

The Vertex Biology team seeks a strategic and innovative leader to advance therapies for serious diseases.

Salary

Base: $217,000 - $325,400; Bonus/Equity: Eligible; Benefits: Inclusive market-leading benefits

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Expertise in molecular and cellular biology
  • Experience leading drug discovery efforts
  • Proven experience managing Ph.D.-level scientists

Nice-to-have

  • Strong problem-solving skills
  • Desire to transform lives through innovation
  • Exceptional collaboration skills

Key Requirements

  • MD/Ph.D. or Ph.D. in Biology
  • 12+ years of industry experience
  • Experience with multiple drug modalities

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