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SalaryPosition Description: Empirico, a biotechnology company that combines unmatched expertise in human genetics-driven target discovery with world-class capabilities in siRNA drug discovery, is looking for a talented scientist to help advance our growing pipeline. This position offers a unique opportunity to participate and support multiple projects across different stages of preclinical development in multiple therapeutic areas. You will work closely with other scientists that have a passion for finding novel approaches toward the treatment and prevention of disease.
Responsibilities
- You will be accountable for the cross-functional planning and execution of one or more Development Programs, including definition of the operational strategy, management of the timelines, risk assessment and mitigation, and budget. You will be expected to –
- Create and maintain a cross-function development plan, timeline and budget for each program and ensuring progress vs. plan
- Facilitate effective, science-based business decisions including the generation of multiple development scenarios/options as needed, highlighting interdependencies and downstream impacts (including but not limited to timelines and budget) of strategic decisions
- Proactively identify risks and ensure mitigation plans are implemented
- Communicate to leadership, team members and other stakeholders in a transparent and timely manner
- Alongside the development leadership, work to foster a high performing team and monitor the health and operating efficiency of the team
- Lead the creation of team norms and operating principles with a focus on cross-functional input and accountability
Requirements:
- BS/MS degrees in a scientific discipline, in combination with extensive experience in multiple drug Development Programs at various stages (at least through Phase 2)
- Demonstrated competency in early and/or late phase drug development with solid understanding of the drug development pathway
- Ability to facilitate and contribute to strategic discussions
- Leadership skills including situational leadership, ability to lead a team of experts and influence without authority
- Demonstrated ability to lead matrix teams; know how to work at the strategic level with the development leadership team; have the ability to delve deeper in order to resolve issues and challenges
- Strong communication skills with an ability to integrate and succinctly summarize the various parts of a project and effectively tailor messages to the audience, including senior leadership
- Ability to lead the development of critical path analyses and scenario planning
- Ability to manage difficult stakeholder situations and resolve complex problems
- Proficiency with Word, PowerPoint, Excel, SharePoint, Smartsheet, and other project management tools
- Applicants must have authorization to work in the U.S.
The estimated base salary range for this role is $120,000 to $210,000. Individual compensation decisions will be based on various factors, such as primary work location, complexity and responsibility of role, job duties/requirements, and relevant experience and skills. We offer a wide range of benefits including a retirement savings plan (with company match), paid vacation, holidays, and health benefits to include medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans.
About Empirico: Empirico is a biotechnology company focused on the discovery and development of novel medicines which mimic the effects of naturally-occurring genetic variants that confer favorable effects on health and disease. Empirico’s two foundational technology platforms – the Precision Insights Platform™ for genetically-validated target discovery and the siRCH™ platform for the discovery and development of siRNA medicines – are used separately and in tandem to enable Empirico and our collaborators from the discovery and validation of novel targets to clinically-viable therapeutics. Empirico’s exceptional internal capabilities, augmented by those of its partners, are driving the advancement of a growing and differentiated pipeline of wholly-owned and partnered programs. Empirico is headquartered in San Diego, CA with a major second site in Madison, WI.
We’re striving to build a strong culture of inclusivity, transparency and collaboration at Empirico, where our diverse and equitable workforce is empowered to contribute to our mission. We always seek the best candidate for the position and encourage you to apply even if your experience or qualifications don’t match up exactly with the job description. Empirico is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
To All Agencies: Please do not contact any employee of Empirico about this position. All resumes submitted by agencies to any employee of Empirico via-email or in any form and by any method will be deemed the sole property of Empirico, unless such agencies were engaged by Empirico for this position and a valid agreement is in place.
