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Hybrid Executive Director – Distinguished Scientist, Head of Pathology Strategy – Molecular Pathology & Digital Pathology Biomarkers
Posted last month
About the role
- Executive Director leading enterprise-wide translational pathology biomarker efforts at a biotechnology firm. Collaborating across functions to define and implement biomarker strategy in drug development.
Responsibilities
- Define the company-wide pathology and digital/ computational pathology biomarker strategy, in collaboration with key cross-functional partners, with a primary focus on oncology and immunology, but extending across all therapeutic areas
- Coordinate pathology and pathology-related work across the horizon of drug development, from preclinical programs to post-marketing, in collaboration with cross-functional partners
- Manage Anatomic Pathologists working within the Translational Biomarkers organization, including the Molecular Pathology biomarker laboratory lead, to foster scientific excellence and ensure alignment of pathology support with assay development
- Collaborate with internal digital image analysts, on the fit-for-purpose development and application of advanced AI/ML image analysis capabilities to support therapeutic programs
- Ensure application of standards and quality frameworks aligned with GLP and CAP/CLIA requirements for clinical laboratory operations
- Serve as a strategic partner to Companion Diagnostics to contribute to co-development strategies and assay and image analysis algorithm validation plans for pathology-driven CDx programs
- Collaborate with biomarker leads in each therapeutic area to identify pathology-enabled decision points and translate these into program-level biomarker strategies
- Build and manage external collaborations with academic, technology, and industry partners to advance digital and computational pathology innovation and accelerate clinical application
- Communicate scientific insights, program impact, and strategic recommendations to internal stakeholders; represent the organization through scientific presentations and publications
Requirements
- Doctor of Medicine (MD) or MD/PhD required, with specialized training in Anatomic Pathology
- 10+ years of experience, including 5+ years of experience in a pharmaceutical or biotechnology setting
- Experience in clinical biomarker development and implementation of biomarker assays to support clinical trials
- Recognized leader in Anatomic Pathology with extensive experience applying digital and computational pathology approaches to translational biomarker questions
- Knowledge of GLP and CAP/CLIA regulatory frameworks and experience ensuring compliance within clinical laboratory environments
- Proven ability to lead cross-functional and matrixed teams, manage multiple high-priority programs, and maintain scientific rigor in fast-paced settings
- Excellent communication skills with a record of impactful scientific publications and presentations
- Experience with oversight of high-performing scientific teams, including direct management of scientists and physician-scientists
Benefits
- medical, dental, vision healthcare and other insurance benefits (for employee and family)
- retirement benefits, including 401(k)
- paid holidays
- vacation
- compassionate and sick days
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