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Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in developing and executing translational and clinical biomarker strategies within neuroscience and drug development, leveraging strong analytical skills and a strategic mindset to inform clinical decisions. Capable of leading cross-functional teams and translating complex scientific data into actionable insights.
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Ph.D. Or M.D. In A Scientific Discipline10+ Years Of Experience In Neuroscience Or Translational MedicineTranslational Or Clinical Biomarker Strategy DevelopmentStrong Analytical And Problem-Solving SkillsExcellent Written And Verbal Communication Skills
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Hard Skills
Biomarker Strategy DevelopmentTranslational MedicineNeuroscience ExpertisePharmacodynamicsBiostatisticsBioinformaticsMultidimensional Biomarker Data AnalysisClinical Endpoint DefinitionTherapeutic Mechanism TranslationPatient Stratification
Soft Skills
Leadership In Cross-Functional TeamsInfluencing Without AuthorityMentorshipCommunication Of Strategies And ResultsProblem-Solving
Tools & Technologies
Fluid Sampling TechniquesImaging ModalitiesDigital ModalitiesQuantitative Sciences
Industry Keywords
NeurobiologyDrug DevelopmentNeurodegenerationNeurological DisordersPsychiatryDecision-Centric StrategiesClinical Development
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Provide strategic and scientific biomarker leadership across Neuroscience programs
- Lead the design, execution, analysis, and communication of translational and clinical biomarker strategies
- Develop decision-centric biomarker strategies integrating therapeutic mechanism, disease biology, pharmacodynamics, patient heterogeneity, dose and regimen selection, clinical endpoints, and precision medicine opportunities
- Develop and lead integrated biomarker strategies with cross-functional development teams
- Translate disease biology and therapeutic mechanism into translational hypotheses and fit-for-purpose biomarker approaches
- Define biomarker applications for proof of biology, target engagement, dose and regimen selection, patient stratification, response assessment, and go/no-go decisions
- Serve as biomarker representative on cross-functional program teams
- Partner with Discovery, Clinical Development, Quantitative Sciences, Regulatory, Data Science, Clinical Operations, and other functions
- Lead interpretation of biomarker and clinical datasets and translate findings into actionable recommendations
- Identify disease heterogeneity, therapeutic response, resistance or non-response, and biological drivers of clinical outcomes
- Develop strategies using fluid sampling, imaging, and digital modalities as appropriate
- Evaluate emerging biomarker technologies and analytical approaches
- Communicate strategies, results, risks, and recommendations to cross-functional teams and stakeholders
- Provide scientific guidance and mentorship to biomarker scientists
- Drive publications, scientific presentations, external collaborations, and interactions with external experts
Requirements
What you’ll need- Ph.D., M.D., or equivalent advanced scientific degree
- 10+ years of relevant experience in neuroscience, translational medicine, neurobiology, biomarker science, drug development, or a related discipline
- Significant experience developing and executing translational or clinical biomarker strategies in drug development
- Scientific expertise in neuroscience, neurodegeneration, neurological disorders, psychiatry, or related disciplines
- Ability to translate scientific hypotheses into biomarker strategies informing clinical development decisions
- Strong understanding of mechanism of action, disease biology, pharmacology, biomarkers, clinical endpoints, and development strategy
- Ability to lead cross-functional scientific work in a matrixed environment and influence without direct authority
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including synthesis of complex datasets into decision-oriented conclusions
- Ability to prioritize high-value, decision-enabling biomarker work
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Working knowledge of biostatistics, bioinformatics, quantitative sciences, and multidimensional biomarker data analysis
- Strategic mindset focused on scientific rigor, prioritization, scalability, and actionable evidence
- No visa sponsorship available
- 10% travel requirement
Benefits
Comp & perks- Annual bonus
- Long-term incentive, if applicable
- Medical, dental, and vision healthcare
- Other insurance benefits for employee and family
- Retirement benefits, including 401(k)
- Paid holidays
- Vacation
- Compassionate days
- Sick days
- Hybrid work arrangement
- Relocation: Domestic