Translational Science Executive (Oncology)
Overview
I am working with a dynamic clinical-stage biotechnology company that are looking urgently for a Translational Sciences Executive to provide scientific leadership across early oncology programs and radiopharma treatments.
This is a senior, hands-on role for an experienced MD and translational leader who has successfully taken oncology assets from preclinical development into first-in-human studies, and who thrives at the interface of research, development, and clinical decision making.
This is an urgent role, there will be priority for candidates that are able to start mid-Q1, although naturally my client is looking for the right fit for the business.
Scope
* Own the translational strategy from late discovery through IND and early clinical development
* Work closely together with Drug Discovery, Clinical Development, Clinical Operations, Marketing, and Portfolio Management to elaborate medical strategy and advocacy for early preclinical programs as part of the Clinical Working Team
* Bridge preclinical data with clinical study design and execution
* Provide scientific leadership across translational, biomarker and early development activities
* Act as a key cross-functional partner to research, clinical and regulatory teams
* Lead and develop a small, established translational science team (4 members)
Experience
* PhD or MD in Translational Medicine, Oncology, Pharmacology or related field
* 10+ years’ experience in translational sciences within oncology drug development
* Demonstrated success advancing at least programs from preclinical to IND and Phase I
* Strong background in solid tumours
* Experience relevant to radiopharmaceutical or targeted oncology therapies
* Proven cross-functional leadership in early development settings
* Comfortable operating both strategically and hands on with scientific data
Ideal Profile
* Senior scientific leader, not just a 'big company' manager
* Able to guide teams while remaining close to the science
* Pragmatic, decisive, and data driven
* Clear communicator with strong stakeholder influence
What’s Offered
* Senior leadership position with meaningful impact on early oncology programs
* Opportunity to shape translational strategy at a pivotal stage of development
* Competitive compensation including base salary, bonus and long-term incentives
This is a role that demands a leader who can integrate deep scientific foundations with confident stakeholder leadership to drive programs from discovery toward the clinic. The environment values rigor, precision, and disciplined execution, with an expectation of impact from day one. The right candidate will be a clear communicator and decisive leader who has been there and done that, and can apply that experience to advance cutting-edge therapeutic programs.