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Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in Translational Biology and Pharmacology, with a strong track record in advancing Discovery Programs. Combines Scientific Leadership with Commercial Awareness to drive AI-assisted Design and Computational Approaches in the Pharmaceutical and Biotechnology sectors.
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PhD Or DPhil In Life SciencesSenior Leadership Experience (10 Years+)Translational Biology ExpertiseAI And Computational ApproachesDiscovery Program Advancement
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Hard Skills
Translational BiologyPharmacologyPredictive ModellingAutomationComputational SciencesData-Driven Decision-MakingDiscovery Program AdvancementTherapeutic Modality ExpertiseScientific Strategy DevelopmentClient Engagement
Soft Skills
Collaborative LeadershipMentoringInspiring Multidisciplinary TeamsClient FocusCommercial Awareness
Industry Keywords
Pharmaceutical IndustryBiotechnology IndustryCRO EnvironmentsScientific LeadershipDiscovery Portfolio
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Define and execute a forward-looking scientific strategy aligned to evolving client and industry needs
- Drive adoption of AI-assisted design, predictive modelling, automation, computational sciences, and translational approaches
- Provide scientific leadership across a diverse discovery portfolio, ensuring excellence, rigour, and translational relevance
- Support strategic client engagements, proposals, partnerships, and business growth opportunities
- Act as a senior scientific ambassador with clients, collaborators, and industry stakeholders
- Mentor and inspire multidisciplinary teams across biology, chemistry, protein design, pharmacology, translational, and computational sciences
Requirements
What you’ll need- PhD or DPhil in a relevant life sciences discipline
- Significant senior leadership experience (10 years+ in leadership roles) within pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry
- Experience of CRO environments is an advantage but not essential
- Proven success advancing discovery programmes from concept through to clinic
- Strong expertise in translational biology and pharmacology with a strong track record in at least one major therapeutic modality
- Experience applying AI, computational approaches, and data-driven decision-making within discovery settings
- Collaborative leadership combining scientific credibility with commercial awareness and client focus