Director, Preclinical Operations (Biologics) — Remote

Evozyne; United States; Remote; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Scorpion Therapeutics is seeking a Lead for preclinical program operations, driving candidate nomination through IND clearance for biologics and protein therapeutics in an AI-driven biotech setting. The role demands overseeing cross-functional workflows, budgets, and external collaborations in a remote setup.

The ideal leader will possess an advanced degree (PhD preferred) with 8+ years (or 12+ years for MS) of industry experience, a proven track record managing IND programs with CRO/CDMO

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in biochemistry, pharmacology, toxicology, or related field.
• 8+ years (Ph.D.) or 12+ years (Master's) industry experience.
• Proven success managing multiple IND programs with CRO/CDMO vendors.
• Deep understanding of drug development, GxP, ICH, and FDA preclinical guidelines.
• Strong stakeholder influence skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage cross-functional workflows, timelines, budgets, and dependencies;
• Oversee external CRO/CDMO collaborations;
• Develop and maintain integrated development plans;
• Design and review study protocols;
• Establish scalable operational processes.

Skills

IND program management

CRO/CDMO management

GxP/ICH/FDA preclinical knowledge

Stakeholder influence

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

PhD in Biochemistry/Pharmacology/Toxicology

MS in related field

Job description

Scorpion Therapeutics is seeking a Lead for preclinical program operations, driving candidate nomination through IND clearance for biologics and protein therapeutics in an AI-driven biotech setting. The role demands overseeing cross-functional workflows, budgets, and external collaborations in a remote setup.

The ideal leader will possess an advanced degree (PhD preferred) with 8+ years (or 12+ years for MS) of industry experience, a proven track record managing IND programs with CRO/CDMO