Strategic Cancer Vaccine Program Director

Foundation-For-the-Ni

North Bethesda (MD)

Hybrid

USD 150,000 - 225,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Foundation for the NIH (FNIH) seeks an accomplished scientific and program leader to direct the Cancer Vaccines Initiative and future programs. You will shape strategy, oversee trials, manufacturing, data & AI integration, and regulatory engagement while guiding cross‑institutional teams.

This hybrid role requires regular visits to Bethesda, MD and occasional travel. MD or PhD with 7+ years in oncology drug development is preferred.

Qualifications

MD, PhD, or equivalent in oncology, immunology, or related biomedical field.
Proven ability to lead complex, multi-institutional or public–private partnerships.

Responsibilities

Lead the overall scientific and operational partnership strategy for the Cancer Vaccines Initiative and eventually other projects.
Facilitate the definition and prioritization of high-impact use cases, including rapid “quick win” demonstration trials in MRD+ cancer settings.
Ensure alignment of the groups working on antigen discovery, preclinical development, vaccine platforms, manufacturing, and clinical design and execution.
Lead collaborative processes to identify and prioritize candidate antigens, vaccine constructs, and combination strategies.
Establish criteria for advancement, down-selection, and portfolio evolution.
Represent the initiative in scientific, clinical, and policy forums.
Contribute to publications, presentations, and strategic communications.