Location:
Shanghai
Report to:
Head of Integrated Project Service Center
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced project director (AD, D level) to join the Global Biologics Research Unit (GBR) Integrated Project Service Center to lead our early-stage biologics discovery efforts in neuroscience biologics therapeutic area. The ideal candidate will work closely with other teams in GBR and be primarily responsible for driving target evaluation, project initiation, and execution to ensure the timely delivery of high-quality pre-clinical candidate molecules in neuroscience therapeutic area. The candidate needs to demonstrate integrity, strong leadership, good communication skills and teamwork spirit. He/she will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including BD&L, to support successful asset discovery and out-licensing.
Responsibilities
· Drive
target evaluation, project initiation and project execution
as a core scientific leader
· Lead and oversee a small group of scientists and project leader to support research program execution and in vitro analysis
· Collaborate with pharmacology group to establish preclinical neuroscience disease models
· Ensure
high-quality PCC molecule delivery
in alignment with strategic timelines
· Partner with
BD&L
team to ensure successful
out licensing
of PCC molecules to partners
· Foster a
PROUD culture
across teams
Qualifications
·
Ph.D.
in Biology, Neuroscience or related field
·
10+ years
of research experience in related disease area
·
6+ years
in biotech/pharma industry
· Proven track record of l
eading discovery of PCC molecules in Neuroscience or related field
· Deep expertise in
neuroscience and drug discovery
· Ability to organize and communicate complex data sets in a clear and concise manner to key stakeholders from diverse backgrounds
· Strong attention to detail and troubleshooting skills. Highly motivated, innovative, and capable of working independently with minimal supervision.
· Excellent teamwork and communication skills, well-organized and ability to multi-task in a fast-pacing environment.
· Language: fluent in both Mandarin and English