Associate Director, Proteomics

Scorpion Therapeutics; Tennessee; On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Scorpion Therapeutics in the United States seeks an Associate Director, Proteomics to lead proteomics strategy across biomarker discovery and translational pharmacology within drug development programs.

The role shapes scientific vision, guides assay design, and leads a team of scientists. You will collaborate with sponsors and internal teams to embed proteomic insights into decision-making and influence high-level scientific discussions.

Qualifications

• PhD required in a relevant discipline.
• Extensive proteomics experience including bioanalytical assay development.
• Proven leadership of scientific teams.

Responsibilities

• Set scientific vision for integrated proteomics.
• Guide assay design and development.
• Lead a team of scientists.
• Be primary scientific contact for proteomics studies.
• Collaborate with sponsors and internal teams to embed insights.
• Translate complex data into actionable decisions.

Skills

Proteomics expertise

Bioanalytical assays

Translational sciences

Leadership

Education

PhD in relevant discipline

Job description

Role

Associate Director, Proteomics - a scientific leadership position overseeing proteomic strategies to advance biomarker discovery and translational pharmacology within drug development programs.

Responsibilities

• set scientific vision for integrated proteomics approaches
• guide assay design and development
• lead a team of scientists
• act as the primary scientific contact for proteomics studies
• Collaborate with sponsors and internal teams to embed proteomic insights into decision-making processes
• influence high-level scientific discussions and translate complex data into actionable insights

Requirements

• PhD in a relevant discipline
• extensive experience in proteomics, bioanalytical assay development, and translational sciences
• leadership experience managing scientific teams

High-Value

• expertise in global and targeted proteomics, biomarker discovery, translational pharmacology, molecular pathology
• experience supporting drug discovery in complex therapeutic areas
• proven ability to influence across functional teams and with external sponsors

Work Setup

role may involve cross-functional collaboration and presentation to sponsor leadership.