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    Associate Director, Translational Medicine - Boston, United States - X4 Life Sciences

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    Job Title: Associate Director, Translational Medicine

    Company Overview: Join a dynamic and innovative clinical stage biotechnology company dedicated to developing novel small molecule therapeutics for oncology and immunology targets.

    Position Overview: We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Associate Director, Translational Medicine to lead translational research efforts supporting their oncology drug development programs. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in advancing the pipeline from preclinical stages through clinical development, leveraging their expertise in translational medicine, biomarker development, and oncology/immunology.

    Key Responsibilities:

    1. Translational Strategy Development: Develop and execute translational medicine strategies aligned with overall drug development goals, integrating preclinical and clinical data to inform decision-making.
    2. Biomarker Discovery and Development: Lead biomarker discovery efforts to identify and validate predictive and pharmacodynamic biomarkers, facilitating patient stratification and treatment response monitoring.
    3. Clinical Trial Support: Provide translational medicine expertise to clinical development teams, contributing to study design, protocol development, and biomarker-driven patient selection strategies.
    4. Collaboration: Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including Research, Clinical Development, Biomarker Discovery, and External Partners to drive translational research initiatives and ensure seamless transition from preclinical to clinical stages.
    5. Data Analysis and Interpretation: Analyze and interpret complex translational data sets, generating actionable insights to guide therapeutic development decisions.
    6. External Engagement: Represent the company externally, fostering collaborations with academic institutions, contract research organizations (CROs), and key opinion leaders to advance translational research goals.

    Qualifications:

    • Ph.D. or M.D. with significant industry experience in translational medicine, oncology, or related field.
    • Demonstrated track record of success in leading translational research efforts within the biopharmaceutical industry, with specific experience in small molecule drug development for oncology/immunology.
    • Expertise in biomarker discovery and development, including proficiency in molecular and cellular techniques, genomics, and bioinformatics.
    • Strong understanding of clinical trial design and execution, with experience in biomarker-driven clinical development strategies.
    • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to critically evaluate complex scientific data and draw meaningful conclusions.
    • Proven ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, with strong communication and leadership skills.
    • Prior experience in a leadership or supervisory role is preferred.

    Location: This position is based in Boston, MA and will require 2-3 days a week on-site.



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