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DIRECTOR, CELLULAR IMMUNOLOGY Job
Date: Jul 21, 2010
Location: Seattle, WA, US
Auto req ID 2149BR
Title DIRECTOR, CELLULAR IMMUNOLOGY
Job Description Director, Cellular Immunology
• Reports to CVP, NNIRC (Biology US)
• Location : Seattle, Washington
• Role: Build and lead a research group in Cellular Immunology
The Cellular Immunology department will be engaged in identifying, evaluating, and validating potential protein-based lead candidates and protein-drug targets in the area of autoimmune and inflammatory diseases. The incumbent will initiate and direct scientific programs aimed at the discovery of novel drug candidates that have potential to modify immune and inflammatory responses and will be expected to bring specific expertise in cellular immunology to bear on these programs.
Drug candidates emerging from discovery programs will be validated with in-vitro cellular immunology in collaboration with NN in-vivo animal pharmacology groups. Emphasis will be given to immune-regulatory protein classes, including cytokines, chemokines, soluble receptors, as well as agonist and antagonist antibodies to these lead classes. The ideal candidate will possess the following:
? Record of Leadership experience in Autoimmunity/Inflammation Programs/Projects
? Track-record of delivering Autoimmune protein drug candidates to a clinical development pipeline
? Strong experience and background in autoimmune diseases and Inflammation
? Familiarity with animal models of rheumatoid arthritis, inflammatory bowel diseases, multiple sclerosis, and SLE
? Strong cellular immunology training and background
? in-vitro cell biology
? in-vivo modeling
? Industry experience with protein-based biologics
Responsibilities:
• Member of NNIRC management team
• Build biology expertise (T cell, Macrophage/APC, cytokine biology) consistent with corporate strategy
• Provide direction to Inflammation Research projects in US site
• Bring Immunology expertise to shaping research strategy for inflammation
o With External Sourcing, identify and prioritize licensing opportunities and potential alliances
o Building networks with external stakeholders
Candidate Requirements:
• PhD or MD in immunology or related fields
• Scientific excellence in Immunology research demonstrated through scientific publications or patents
• In-depth knowledge of chronic autoimmune/inflammatory diseases
• Leadership record in leading a Research department of at least 10-12
• At least 10 years industrial experience with biologics in core autoimmune diseases
• Track record of tangible delivery of biologic drug candidates from discovery into a development pipeline
• Personal characteristics – entrepreneurial spirit, cross functional work, personal leadership, drive and energy
Department NNIRC - CELLULAR IMMUNOLOGY
Position Location Seattle, WA
Job/Position State WA
Degree Required Doctorate Degree Required
Percent Travel None
Title DIRECTOR, CELLULAR IMMUNOLOGY
Job Description Director, Cellular Immunology
• Reports to CVP, NNIRC (Biology US)
• Location : Seattle, Washington
• Role: Build and lead a research group in Cellular Immunology
The Cellular Immunology department will be engaged in identifying, evaluating, and validating potential protein-based lead candidates and protein-drug targets in the area of autoimmune and inflammatory diseases. The incumbent will initiate and direct scientific programs aimed at the discovery of novel drug candidates that have potential to modify immune and inflammatory responses and will be expected to bring specific expertise in cellular immunology to bear on these programs.
Drug candidates emerging from discovery programs will be validated with in-vitro cellular immunology in collaboration with NN in-vivo animal pharmacology groups. Emphasis will be given to immune-regulatory protein classes, including cytokines, chemokines, soluble receptors, as well as agonist and antagonist antibodies to these lead classes. The ideal candidate will possess the following:
? Record of Leadership experience in Autoimmunity/Inflammation Programs/Projects
? Track-record of delivering Autoimmune protein drug candidates to a clinical development pipeline
? Strong experience and background in autoimmune diseases and Inflammation
? Familiarity with animal models of rheumatoid arthritis, inflammatory bowel diseases, multiple sclerosis, and SLE
? Strong cellular immunology training and background
? in-vitro cell biology
? in-vivo modeling
? Industry experience with protein-based biologics
Responsibilities:
• Member of NNIRC management team
• Build biology expertise (T cell, Macrophage/APC, cytokine biology) consistent with corporate strategy
• Provide direction to Inflammation Research projects in US site
• Bring Immunology expertise to shaping research strategy for inflammation
o With External Sourcing, identify and prioritize licensing opportunities and potential alliances
o Building networks with external stakeholders
Candidate Requirements:
• PhD or MD in immunology or related fields
• Scientific excellence in Immunology research demonstrated through scientific publications or patents
• In-depth knowledge of chronic autoimmune/inflammatory diseases
• Leadership record in leading a Research department of at least 10-12
• At least 10 years industrial experience with biologics in core autoimmune diseases
• Track record of tangible delivery of biologic drug candidates from discovery into a development pipeline
• Personal characteristics – entrepreneurial spirit, cross functional work, personal leadership, drive and energy
Department NNIRC - CELLULAR IMMUNOLOGY
Position Location Seattle, WA
Job/Position State WA
Degree Required Doctorate Degree Required
Percent Travel None
Nearest Major Market: Seattle
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