Vice President, Translational Biology

The role

The Vice President, Translational Biology will lead the Translational Biology Group and manage multiple research programs. This person will identify and solve challenges related to the delivery of nucleic acid therapeutics through discovery research and partner-based programs.

What you will do

• Direct and oversee discovery programs covering in vitro and in vivo proof-of-concept studies.
• Deliver rigorous workflows to facilitate novel non-viral delivery approaches.
• Design and troubleshoot experiments.
• Initiate and oversee collaborations with industry partners.
• Establish and manage timelines to ensure projects are completed according to schedule.
• Set project priorities, plan workload, and manage resource and personnel scheduling.
• Ensure group goals are aligned with broader organizational objectives.
• Prepare study materials and present scientific presentations to senior leadership.
• Train, develop, and provide leadership to a team of Scientists and Research Associates.

Required qualifications

• Ph.D. in Immunology, Biochemistry, Pharmacology, or related field
• 8+ years of relevant work experience related to in vivo delivery in a biopharmaceutical setting
• Subject matter expert in the fields of pharmacology and in vivo delivery with hands-on research application experience related to delivery of nucleic acid therapeutics
• Prior management experience is required
• Ability to work independently and cross-functionally with highly skilled teams
• Experience managing CROs and external collaborations
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and presentation skills

Nice to have

• experience with immunology and biodistribution studies

Benefits

• healthcare coverage
• annual incentive program
• retirement benefits
• broad range of other benefits

About the company

Mirai Bio is a Flagship-founded biotechnology company delivering genetic medicines. It focuses on precise, scalable delivery of diverse nucleic acid payloads to specific cells and tissues.