Immunology Leader

Company: Job Juncture
Location: Rockville
Posted on: November 22, 2021

Job Description:

My biotech client is expanding and seeks an Immunology leader.  This hands-on manager will take on the following tasks:

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• Lead discovery efforts from target nomination through pipeline development.
  
• Develop and execute experiments and analyze data for proof of concept and mechanism of action studies.
  
• Manage a research team to understand the mechanisms of immune disorders including: IBD, MS, diabetes, asthma, COPD, rheumatoid arthritis, and other auto-immune disorders.
  
• Establish and lead cross-functional collaborations internally and externally with industrial and academic partners.
  
• Actively contribute to the research community through publications and conference presentations.
  
• Hire and manage staff members and foster a rigorous and dynamic research environment within team.
  
   
  The ideal candidate will possess the following traits:
  
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  • PhD with 3+ years in immunology or inflammation discipline with industrial experience preferred.
    
  • Experience with co-targeting desired.
    
  • Tracked records of original contributions evidenced by high profile first-author publications.
    
  • Hands-on immunological skillsets, demonstrated expertise in advanced flow cytometry, immune cell functional assays and in vivo disease models.
    
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and ability to adapt in a fast-paced environment.
    

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