Director, Translational Neurology & Biomarkers

Eisai US; Nutley (NJ); Hybrid; USD 204,000 - 268,000; Full time

Job summary

Eisai US is seeking a Director of Translational Science (Neurology) to drive translational strategies across neurology programs from discovery to early clinical development. The role focuses on linking disease biology, biomarkers, and outcomes to enable data-driven decisions, complementing Alzheimer’s focus with non-Alzheimer’s neurodegenerative expertise.

The candidate will lead biomarker strategy, data interpretation, and cross-functional collaboration, mentored by senior leadership and

Qualifications

• PhD, MD, or equivalent in Neuroscience, Pharmacology, Molecular Biology, or related field.
• 8–10 years of relevant pharma/biotech drug development experience.
• Hands-on experience with biomarkers (fluid, imaging, and/or digital).
• Ability to design translational strategies and biomarker programs.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to and drive execution of translational strategies across neurology programs.
• Design and implement multi-modal biomarker approaches (biofluid, imaging, digital biomarkers).
• Help define data-driven decision frameworks with translational and clinical leadership.
• Translate disease biology into testable clinical hypotheses and biomarker strategies.
• Lead translational components from study design through data analysis and interpretation.
• Interpret biomarker and clinical data to inform program decisions and development strategy.
• Bridge preclinical findings and clinical development with mechanistic insights.
• Present findings internally and externally; contribute to publications and congresses.

Skills

Translational science

Biomarker development

Data interpretation

Cross-functional collaboration

Strong communication

Education

PhD/MD or equivalent in Neuroscience or related field

Job description

Eisai US is seeking a Director of Translational Science (Neurology) to drive translational strategies across neurology programs from discovery to early clinical development. The role focuses on linking disease biology, biomarkers, and outcomes to enable data-driven decisions, complementing Alzheimer’s focus with non-Alzheimer’s neurodegenerative expertise.

The candidate will lead biomarker strategy, data interpretation, and cross-functional collaboration, mentored by senior leadership and