Chief Research Officer

Page Executive; United Kingdom; Remote; Confidential; Full time

Job summary

A multi-national life science organization seeks a Chief Research Officer to drive global research strategy in oncology and immunology. This role requires 15+ years in bio-pharmaceuticals, focusing on antibody drug development. Leadership in diverse, global teams and fluency in Mandarin are essential. A competitive salary of $300,000 to $350,000 is offered with opportunities for growth and a collaborative culture.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Opportunities for professional growth

Comprehensive benefits package

Collaborative company culture

Qualifications

• 15+ years of research leadership in bio-pharmaceutical or biotech environments.
• Proven track record in biologics drug discovery.
• Strong leadership experience in managing geographically distributed R&D teams.

Responsibilities

• Set and drive the global research strategy in oncology and immunology.
• Lead discovery efforts leveraging proprietary antibody technologies.
• Build and lead a world-class research team across global sites.

Skills

Leadership in bio-pharmaceuticals

Deep scientific expertise in antibody-based drug development

Collaboration in diverse cultures

Fluent in Mandarin

English proficiency

Education

Ph.D., M.D., or M.D./Ph.D. in Immunology, Oncology, or life sciences

Job description

Overview

• This is a listed multinational bio-pharma
• The role should shape the company's scientific vision and pipeline

About Our Client

This organization operates within the life science industry and is recognized for its focus on cutting-edge research and innovation. As a mid-sized company, it offers a collaborative environment that supports impact scientific discoveries and advancements.

Job Description

• Set and drive the global research strategy in oncology and immunology, ensuring alignment with company goals and clinical development needs.
• Lead discovery efforts from target identification through IND-enabling studies, leveraging proprietary antibody technologies, including monoclonal antibodies, bispecifics, ADCs, and other innovative formats.
• Foster seamless collaboration between China-based discovery teams and international stakeholders, aligning global R&D execution and strategic direction.
• Build and lead a world-class research team across Shanghai and global sites; attract, develop, and retain top scientific talent in a high-performance culture.
• Represent the company at major scientific forums and with key opinion leaders, academic collaborators, and industry partners worldwide.
• Support external innovation efforts, including scientific due diligence, alliance evaluation, and research-stage partnership opportunities.

EEO Statement

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class otherwise protected under applicable human rights legislation. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

Qualifications:

• Ph.D., M.D., or M.D./Ph.D. in Immunology, Oncology, or a life science related discipline.
• 15+ years of research leadership in bio-pharmaceutical or biotech environments, with demonstrated success in biologics drug discovery and antibody platform innovation.
• Deep scientific expertise in antibody-based drug development, particularly in oncology and/or immunology.
• Strong leadership experience in managing geographically distributed R&D teams and global collaboration models.
• Proven track record in progressing programs from discovery through IND submission.
• Prior experience in a publicly listed biopharma company or high-growth biotech is preferred.
• Fluent in Mandarin (spoken and written) is required.
• English proficiency is highly desirable to support global collaboration and communication.
• Willingness to travel extensively and work across international time zones, based in Boston or/and Shanghai

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary range of $300000 to $350000, based on experience and qualifications.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development within the life science industry.
• Comprehensive benefits package to be determined upon offer.
• Collaborative company culture that values innovation and scientific excellence.
• Potential to make a significant impact on advancements in research and development.

Take the next step in your career by applying for this exciting Chief Research Officer opportunity today!