💼 About This Role

You'll lead target validation for RNA editing therapeutics at a biotech using AI-driven drug discovery. Your core impact is advancing the pipeline through data-driven go/no-go decisions. This leadership role combines hands-on bench work with strategic oversight.

🎯 What You'll Do

• Lead liver biology target validation strategy and execution.
• Serve as senior liver biology subject matter expert.
• Collaborate with Target Identification team on models and assays.
• Present data-driven go/no-go decisions on novel targets.

📋 Requirements

• PhD in biological sciences with 6+ years post-graduate experience in in vitro pharmacology.
• 3+ years building and leading teams for therapeutic program goals.
• Hands-on experience with in vitro liver disease models and functional assays.
• Hands-on experience with gene editing or oligonucleotide therapeutics.

✨ Nice to Have

• Experience with advanced in vitro liver models like iPSC derived cells or organoids.
• Prior experience executing studies with CROs.
• Experience planning regulatory packages including IND submissions.

🎁 Benefits & Perks

• 💰 Competitive compensation including stock ownership.
• 🏥 Comprehensive health, vision, dental coverage.
• 🏖️ Flexible work environment with unlimited personal days.
• 👶 Maternity and parental leave top-up coverage.
• 📚 Learning and development budget.

📨 Hiring Process

Estimated timeline: 3-5 weeks · AI estimate

1. 1Recruiter call· 30 min
2. 2Hiring manager interview· 45 min
3. 3Technical presentation· 60 min