Senior Director of Immunology & Cell Therapy Strategy

Vertex Pharmaceuticals LLC

Boston, Northern (MA, KY)

Hybrid

USD 238,000 - 357,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Vertex Pharmaceuticals LLC seeks a Senior Director, Immunology in Boston to oversee multiple immunology programs supporting cell and genetic therapy pipelines. You will lead development of novel immunomodulatory strategies, guide cross-functional teams, and influence critical investment decisions with deep scientific expertise.

This on-site role requires PhD/MD with 12+ years in industry, strong leadership, and a track record of advancing programs from discovery to IND and PoC, plus exemplary

Qualifications

PhD/MD (or equivalent) in immunology or related discipline with 12+ years in industry.
Experience leading cross-functional teams and contributing to IND, FIM and PoC processes.
Proven ability to drive immunology research strategies and guide investment decisions.

Responsibilities

Serve as Research Program Lead for 2+ programs with cross-functional alignment.
Develop strategy to advance next-gen drug discovery in immunology.
Lead immunology research and translational immunology programs for cell and genetic therapies.
Drive identification and advancement of therapeutic targets from discovery to development.

Skills

Immunology expertise

Strategic leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Scientific influence

Mentoring

Education

PhD/MD in immunology or related

Tools

Flow cytometry

RNA-seq

Immunohistochemistry

Cell sorting

Job description

This on-site role requires PhD/MD with 12+ years in industry, strong leadership, and a track record of advancing programs from discovery to IND and PoC, plus exemplary

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