VP, Head of Virology Translational Sciences
VP, Head of Virology Translational Sciences
Evotec
Lyon, France
The Head of Virology Translational Sciences will lead and support multiple research programs within a partnered virology research portfolio. This role is pivotal in driving biomarker strategies, early clinical development plans, and providing scientific expertise and strategic guidance. The successful candidate will play a critical role in advancing the portfolio and contributing to the overall portfolio strategy. The role involves developing and implementing scientific strategies, such as for hepatitis B virus (HBV) research, and providing leadership in innovation and research excellence.
The candidate will collaborate closely with pharmacology, toxicology, and cross-functional teams, as well as external partners, to identify new research opportunities and foster strong partnerships that enhance scientific capabilities and access to cutting-edge research.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide scientific expertise and strategic guidance across all translational research programs.
- Lead the development and execution of biomarker strategies and early clinical development plans for designated programs.
- Develop and implement scientific strategies, with a focus on HBV research.
- Collaborate with pharmacology teams to design and oversee in vitro and in vivo studies supporting human dose and efficacy modeling.
- Partner with the toxicology team to develop and implement comprehensive toxicology strategies.
- Leverage internal, external, and real-world evidence data sets to support hypothesis testing and generate novel insights.
- Identify and evaluate new research opportunities and emerging trends in virology and related fields.
- Establish and maintain collaborations with key opinion leaders and external partners to enhance scientific capabilities.
- Serve as an active and integral member of project teams and governance committees, providing expert guidance and contributing to strategic decisions.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
The ideal candidate will:
- Possess extensive expertise in translational science as it relates to drug discovery, development, and biomarker strategies.
- Demonstrate deep knowledge and expertise in complex data mining, data analysis, and visualization.
- Show a strong ability to leverage diverse data sets for hypothesis testing and generating novel insights.
- Exhibit a proven ability to quickly adapt to new therapeutic areas and emerging research trends.
- Be an excellent communicator, both written and verbal, with a proactive, solution-oriented mindset.
- Thrive within a highly matrixed organizational structure, collaborating effectively with senior executives and cross-functional project teams.
- Have experience in leading and managing scientific teams, fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Recognized global expertise in one or more viral diseases, preferably HBV.
- A strong record of scientific publications in peer-reviewed journals.
- Experience establishing collaborations with key opinion leaders and external research partners.
Experience and Education:
- PhD or MD in a relevant scientific discipline (e.g., Virology, Immunology, Systems Biology, Cell/Molecular Biology, or Genetics) with a focus on translational science and biomarker development.
- 10+ years of demonstrated leadership experience in the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry, with a strong focus on infectious diseases, preferably hepatitis viruses.
- Scientific expertise in translational research and biomarkers, demonstrated through publications and contributions to the field.
- Experience supporting regulatory submissions and working with health authorities.
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