Ex Vivo Pharmacology Lead — Precision Cell Therapies

Arda Therapeutics; Kentucky; In loco; USD 110.000 - 170.000; Tempo pieno

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Equity

Comprehensive benefits

Flexible time-off policy

Descrizione del lavoro

Arda Therapeutics is seeking an experienced scientist to lead the Ex Vivo Pharmacology team in Kentucky. This role focuses on developing ex vivo models, with emphasis on multispecific immune cell engagers, to advance our inflammatory and fibrotic programs.

You will mentor scientists, coordinate cross-functional efforts, and contribute to publications and presentations in a fast-paced, inclusive team dedicated to scientific excellence and innovation.

Competenze

• PhD in Pharmacology, Immunology, or a related biological science, with a minimum of 4 years of industry experience in ex vivo pharmacology.
• Experience developing and utilizing lung, liver, and/or gastrointestinal ex vivo models, particularly precision cut tissue slice models.
• Strong background in immunology and/or fibrosis research.
• Proven experience managing and mentoring scientists.
• Track record of leading programs from discovery through IND submission.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams.
• Hands-on approach with willingness to engage in both experimental design and execution.

Mansioni

• Lead the Ex Vivo Pharmacology team in designing, developing, and executing ex vivo models to evaluate the efficacy of therapeutic candidates, with a focus on multispecific immune cell engagers.
• Develop and refine ex vivo models for programs targeting immunological and fibrotic diseases
• Evaluate and prioritize pipeline candidates based on preclinical data and strategic objectives, contributing to portfolio management decisions
• Coordinate cross-functional efforts with in vivo pharmacology, in vitro pharmacology, protein science, and discovery teams to drive programs from discovery through IND submission.
• Manage and mentor a team of scientists, fostering a culture of scientific rigor and innovation.
• Engage with external collaborators and CROs to augment ex vivo capabilities and ensure timely study execution.
• Lead and contribute to publications and presentations at industry conferences and/or business meetings; actively support a culture of innovation, learning, respect, and trust.

Conoscenze

Ex vivo pharmacology

Immunology

Program leadership

Mentoring

Cross-functional collaboration

Lung/Liver/GI models

Publications & presentations

Experimental design

Formazione

PhD in Pharmacology/Immunology

Descrizione del lavoro

Arda Therapeutics is seeking an experienced scientist to lead the Ex Vivo Pharmacology team in Kentucky. This role focuses on developing ex vivo models, with emphasis on multispecific immune cell engagers, to advance our inflammatory and fibrotic programs.

You will mentor scientists, coordinate cross-functional efforts, and contribute to publications and presentations in a fast-paced, inclusive team dedicated to scientific excellence and innovation.