Associate Director, Cell Biology and Analytical Pathology Functional Team Lead; Enzymes and Met[...]

BioMarin Pharmaceutical Inc.; San Rafael (CA); On-site; USD 150,400 - 206,800; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary annual bonus

Stock-based long-term incentives

Paid time off

Company-sponsored insurance plans

Job summary

A global biotechnology company is seeking an Associate Director for their Enzymes and Metabolic Research group in San Rafael, California. The ideal candidate will have a PhD and over 10 years of experience in analytical pathology and related fields. This role involves leading a team, designing experiments, and overseeing research to develop therapeutics for rare genetic diseases. Compensation includes a salary range of $150,400 to $206,800 along with benefits such as medical and dental insurance.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in related fields required.
• Preferred experience with enzyme replacement therapies and lysosomal storage disorders.
• Strong leadership and resource allocation abilities are necessary.

Responsibilities

• Set strategy and serve as subject matter expert.
• Lead a high functioning team in advanced analytical pathology.
• Design experiments and develop methods for research.
• Optimize team resources for project needs.
• Provide career development guidance for team members.
• Review and approve scientific reports and regulatory submissions.

Skills

Analytical pathology

Image analysis platforms

Cell biology

Leadership skills

Project management

Communication skills

Education

PhD

Tools

Histological techniques

Database management

Job description

Overview

Who We Are BioMarin is a global biotechnology company that relentlessly pursues bold science to translate genetic discoveries into new medicines that advance the future of human health. Since our founding in 1997, we have applied our scientific expertise in understanding the underlying causes of genetic conditions to create transformative medicines, using a number of treatment modalities. Using our unparalleled expertise in genetics and molecular biology, we develop medicines for patients with significant unmet medical need. We enlist the best of the best - people with the right technical expertise and a relentless drive to solve real problems - and create an environment that empowers our teams to pursue bold, innovative science. With this distinctive approach to drug discovery, we\'ve produced a diverse pipeline of commercial, clinical and preclinical candidates that have well-understood biology and provide an opportunity to be first-to-market or offer a substantial benefit over existing therapeutic options.

About Worldwide Research and Development From research and discovery to post-market clinical development, our WWRD engine involves all bench and clinical research and the associated groups that support those endeavors. Our teams work on developing first-in-class and best-in-class therapeutics that provide meaningful advances to patients who live with genetic diseases.

Role Description

The Enzymes and Metabolic Research group is seeking a highly motivated Associate Director with a strong background in pathology, image analysis, developing cellular models of disease and conducting preclinical translational research evaluating potential therapeutics for severe rare genetic diseases with unmet medical needs. Applicants should have a strong background in inborn errors of metabolism and/or lysosomal storage disorders with advanced experience in analytical pathology and cell biology. The Functional Team Lead manages day-to-day responsibilities of the team, including resource planning, assignments, logistics, performance management, and career development planning. This role oversees and supports Scientists, Research Associates and Project Team Leads in the defining of project strategies, experiment planning, laboratory operations, and execution of research study activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Set strategy and serve as the subject matter expert in analytical pathology and cell biology for the Enzymes and Metabolic Research unit.
• Lead and inspire a high functioning team specialized in advanced analytical pathology techniques and developing cellular models of human disease to screen therapeutic compounds, evaluate mechanisms of action and identify therapeutic leads.
• Oversee and guide the design of experiments including the development of methods, assays, processes and procedures.
• Optimize the allocation of team resources across the assigned projects and activities to meet the needs of a growing pipeline of products as well as critical non-program strategies and initiatives.
• Provide career development guidance to ensure that team members have access to necessary training and tools to develop necessary competencies.
• Review and approve scientific, technical reports, SOPs and contributions to regulatory submissions.
• Act as a thought leader within the scientific area of inborn errors of metabolism and lysosomal storage disorders.

Education

• PhD with a minimum of 10+ years related experience
• Background in enzyme replacement therapies, lysosomal storage disorders or rare genetic metabolic disease is preferred.

Skills and Expertise

• Strong background in analytical pathology, histological techniques, database management and image analysis platforms.
• Advanced knowledge in developing cellular models of human genetic diseases.
• Knowledge of project management tools, methodologies and best practices.
• Excellent leadership, budgeting and resource allocation skills.
• Ability to interact successfully with team members from a wide variety of functional areas and all levels of contribution and expertise.
• Strong communication (verbal and written) skills.

Note: This description is not intended to be all-inclusive, or a limitation of the duties of the position. It is intended to describe the general nature of the job that may include other duties as assumed or assigned.

An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

The salary range for this position is: $150,400 to $206,800. BioMarin considers a variety of factors when determining base compensation, including experience, qualifications, and geographic location. These considerations mean actual compensation will vary. This position may also be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus, discretionary stock-based long-term incentives (eligibility may vary based on role), paid time off, and a benefits package. Benefits include company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans.

For additional benefits information, visit: https://careers.biomarin.com/benefits.

• Eligible employees may participate in benefit plans, subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans.