Job Description
The Executive Director of Cardiovascular will be responsible for overseeing and facilitating research in cardiovascular disease with an emphasis on heart failure, atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (ASCVD) & cardio-renal disease, in the Cardiometabolic Disease (CMD) Discovery Biology Department, which is located at a new state-of-the-art center in South San Francisco, CA. The Executive Director will contribute to the design, prioritization, and execution of the strategic plan within CMD, including integration of new technology platforms, pre-clinical models, human biology, data science, while focusing on uncovering novel biology that delivers high-quality drug discovery pipeline.
We are a research-driven biopharmaceutical company. Our mission is built on the simple premise that if we “follow the science” and that great medicines can make a significant impact to our world. We believe that a research-driven enterprise dedicated to world-class science can succeed by inventing medicine and vaccine innovations that make a difference for patients across the globe.
Primary Responsibilities:
Lead and help shape the departmental strategy in cardiovascular disease with an initial focus on heart failure, ASCVD & cardio-renal diseases
Implement the strategy working together with key stakeholders within the department and across the network, in addition to collaborating with external key opinion leaders
Lead the development and implementation of in vitro and in vivo assays to conduct investigation of disease biology to establish and support evolution of a robust cardiovascular pipeline
Manage and mentor a team of scientists in cardiovascular disease research
Review and seek out potential external research collaborations and licensing opportunities to capitalize on novel insights and complement internal pipeline
Monitor emerging biology and basic & clinical research within cardio-renal diseases & hear failure, and more broadly across the scientific spectrum
Champion diversity and inclusion within the department and across the broader organization
Recruit, develop, and retain a talented team that delivers on target identification & validation and advances CMD pipeline
Education:
Required Experience and Skills:
A minimum of 10 years’ research experience in cardiovascular disease, with a proven track record substantiated by peer-reviewed publications
Research & development experience within academia and/or industry setting
Experience in overseeing research projects, setting priorities and trouble shooting in a multi-disciplinary environment
Broad knowledge and first-hand experience in cardiovascular in vitro and in vivo models
Solid understanding of drug discovery and clinical development and working knowledge of biomarker discovery, translational research, data science and human genetics
Demonstrated experience in exceptional partnering and team skills as a trusted colleague and team leader, record of accomplishment of leading and supporting a collaborative team
Excellent track record of providing mentorship and guidance to reports and peers
Proficient in utilizing innovative technologies for preclinical research
Ability to communicate effectively with and relate to a broad range of stakeholders, including senior leaders, peers, direct reports, partner organizations and external collaborators
Preferred Experience and Skills:
Prior industry experience
Ability to understand, analyze and interpret complex problems and data while developing appropriate action plans to achieve results
Strong leadership skills to build and lead an agile team. Ability to successfully influence, build credibility and work effectively with a diverse range of stakeholders and both internal and external partners
A team player, who works effectively in a matrix organization, collaborates functionally across multiple stakeholders, and builds trust and credibility at all levels. Someone who builds consensus and achieves agreement on key priorities
High-level of business acumen and judgment is preferred for this role; ability to make practical, realistic, data-driven, and timely decisions
Encourages and maintains the highest quality and rigor of research output and commitment to scientific inquiry, ethics, and diversity
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Expected US salary range:
$247,700.00 - $390,000.00
Available benefits include bonus eligibility, long term incentive if applicable, health care and other insurance benefits (for employee and family), retirement benefits, paid holidays, vacation, and sick days. A summary of benefits is listed here.
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Employee Status:
Regular
Relocation:
Domestic/International
VISA Sponsorship:
Yes
Travel Requirements:
25%
Flexible Work Arrangements:
Not Applicable
Shift:
Not Indicated
Valid Driving License:
No
Hazardous Material(s):
N/A
Job Posting End Date:
11/11/2024
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