Associate Director, Clinical Biomarker

Jobtailor; Deutschland; Remote; EUR 120.000 - 180.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Jobtailor seeks a senior biomarker leader to drive clinical biomarker strategy for solid tumors, overseeing assay development and regulatory submissions across the drug development continuum. The role requires translating complex biomarker data into strategic recommendations and leading cross-functional teams with external partners.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in pharma/biotech biomarker science, Mandarin proficiency, and a track record of translational medicine leadership in oncology.

Qualifikationen

• PhD or MD/PhD in a relevant scientific discipline.
• 5+ years’ experience in pharmaceutical or biotechnology settings, focusing on biomarker science in oncology.
• Deep expertise in biomarker discovery, clinical assay development, and validation.
• Experience designing and analyzing biomarker-driven clinical trials.
• Strong experience in pre-clinical oncology research and drug discovery.
• Demonstrated leadership in translational medicine.
• Track record of successful biomarker strategies leading to regulatory submissions, approvals, or high-impact publications.
• Experience managing cross-functional and cross-institutional teams.
• Mandarin language proficiency is required.

Aufgaben

• Lead global clinical biomarker strategy for solid tumor oncology in partnership with cross-functional teams.
• Design and implement biomarker and companion diagnostic initiatives throughout the drug development continuum.
• Oversee biomarker assay development and validation, including assay design, proficiency testing, and analytical/clinical validation.
• Direct analysis and interpretation of biomarker data to inform go/no-go decisions and trial advancement.
• Communicate with internal and external stakeholders and translate biomarker data into strategy recommendations.
• Serve as scientific leader and subject matter expert in discussions, program strategy, and clinical-stage projects.
• Manage external partnerships with academic institutions, CROs, and industry partners.
• Contribute to regulatory submissions related to biomarker strategies and companion diagnostics.
• Champion biomarker-related publications and thought leadership in oncology drug development.

Kenntnisse

Biomarker Strategy Development

Assay Design and Validation

Biomarker Data Analysis

Clinical Trial Design

Regulatory Submissions

Translational Medicine Leadership

Biomarker-Driven Clinical Trials

Proficiency Testing

Analytical Validation

Companion Diagnostics

Ausbildung

PhD or MD/PhD in a relevant scientific discipline

Jobbeschreibung

• Lead global clinical biomarker strategy for solid tumor oncology in partnership with cross-functional teams
• Design and implement biomarker and companion diagnostic initiatives throughout the drug development continuum
• Oversee biomarker assay development and validation, including assay design, proficiency testing, and analytical/clinical validation
• Direct analysis and interpretation of biomarker data to inform go/no-go decisions and trial advancement
• Communicate with internal and external stakeholders and translate biomarker data into strategy recommendations
• Serve as scientific leader and subject matter expert in scientific discussions, program strategy, and clinical-stage projects
• Manage external partnerships with academic institutions, CROs, and industry partners
• Contribute to regulatory submissions related to biomarker strategies and companion diagnostics
• Champion biomarker-related publications and thought leadership in oncology drug development

Requirements

• PhD or MD/PhD in a relevant scientific discipline
• 5+ years’ experience in pharmaceutical or biotechnology settings, focusing on biomarker science in oncology
• Deep expertise in biomarker discovery, clinical assay development, and validation
• Experience designing and analyzing biomarker-driven clinical trials
• Strong experience in pre-clinical oncology research and drug discovery
• Demonstrated leadership in translational medicine
• Track record of successful biomarker strategies leading to regulatory submissions, approvals, or high-impact publications
• Experience managing cross-functional and cross-institutional teams
• Excellent communication, reporting, and presentation skills
• Ability to thrive in dynamic, fast-paced environments
• Ability to mentor junior scientists and project teams
• Strong publication record and/or regulatory contributions in oncology clinical development
• Mandarin language proficiency is required

Core Competencies

Expertise in leading clinical biomarker strategy and assay development in oncology, with a strong focus on regulatory submissions and cross-functional collaboration. Proven ability to analyze biomarker data and communicate strategic recommendations effectively.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• PhD Or MD/PhD In Relevant Scientific Discipline
• 5+ Years Experience In Pharmaceutical Or Biotechnology Settings
• Deep Expertise In Biomarker Discovery And Clinical Assay Development
• Strong Experience In Pre-Clinical Oncology Research And Drug Discovery
• Mandarin Language Proficiency

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• Biomarker Strategy Development
• Assay Design And Validation
• Biomarker Data Analysis
• Clinical Trial Design
• Regulatory Submissions
• Translational Medicine Leadership
• Biomarker-Driven Clinical Trials
• Proficiency Testing
• Analytical Validation
• Companion Diagnostics

Soft Skills

• Excellent Communication Skills
• Leadership And Mentoring
• Collaboration With Cross-Functional Teams
• Presentation Skills
• Ability To Thrive In Fast-Paced Environments

Industry Keywords

• Oncology
• Biomarker Science
• Drug Development
• Clinical Research
• CRO Management
• Thought Leadership
• Publications In Oncology
• Regulatory Approvals
• Academic Partnerships
• Clinical-Stage Projects