Associate Director, Skeletal Diseases
Position is full-time on-site in Petaluma, CA with occasional work on site in San Rafael
Company:
Global biotech company, using a number of treatment modalities.
Role:
We are seeking an Associate Director with experience in skeletal biology and disease to join our team as the Musculoskeletal Therapeutic (MSK) Area In Vivo Lead. The Associate Director will manage the portfolio of in vivo MSK studies across the Therapeutic Area as well as manage a team of in vivo staff focused on developing therapeutics for musculoskeletal diseases.
The successful candidate will advise on all in vivo aspects of the musculoskeletal research and early development portfolio. This role includes collaboration with external and internal scientists on research projects including in vivo study design, hands on in vivo study performance, selection and characterization of animal models, diligence on business development opportunities, as well as application of in vivo methods and techniques. This role includes regular project management including study report writing for FDA filings, writing IACUC protocols, communicating scientific strategy and results to leadership, monitoring in vivo studies and collaborating with CROs, tissue collection, and sample management.
The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of managing a productive team, excellent communication skills, and commitment to developing leadership skills in themselves and others.
Candidate Requirements:
- PhD in a related subject area with demonstrated research experience in skeletal biology. Industry experience preferred.
- Postdoctoral or previous industry experience in skeletal biology (7+years)
- Extensive hands-on experience with rodent in vivo work.
- Previous in vivo staff management experience.
