Biotherapeutics Lead, Large Molecule Innovation

PowerToFly; Oxford; On-site; GBP 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

AbbVie Oxford, UK seeks an Associate Director/Director to lead an integrated Biotherapeutics team focused on advancing large molecules from early exploration to IND. Strong Immunology background and proven cross-functional leadership are essential to drive portfolio assets to the clinic.

The role involves coordinating resources, partnering with Immunology colleagues, and delivering clinical candidates with a high level of scientific excellence.

Qualifications

• Solid foundation in Immunology with track record in large molecule programs.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams to advance biologics to clinic.
• Ability to interpret complex data for portfolio decisions.

Responsibilities

• Lead Biotherapeutics efforts across multiple projects and partners.
• Coordinate resources and fill technology/capacity gaps.
• Translate insights from literature and conferences into strategy.
• Manage senior scientists and review technical reports.
• Collaborate with Legal and Business Development on external opportunities.

Skills

Immunology expertise

Cross-functional leadership

Biotherapeutics discovery

Antibody engineering

Education

PhD or MS in Immunology

Tools

Biophysics assays

Developability screening

Job description

AbbVie Oxford, UK seeks an Associate Director/Director to lead an integrated Biotherapeutics team focused on advancing large molecules from early exploration to IND. Strong Immunology background and proven cross-functional leadership are essential to drive portfolio assets to the clinic.

The role involves coordinating resources, partnering with Immunology colleagues, and delivering clinical candidates with a high level of scientific excellence.