Vice President, Translational Biology

Flagship Pioneering, Inc.; Watertown (MA); On-site; USD 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

Mirai Bio is seeking a Head of Translational Biology to lead research on nucleic acid delivery for genomic medicines. The role focuses on developing non-viral vectors with tissue-specific tropism and advancing functional delivery methods.

You will oversee in vitro and in vivo proof-of-concept studies, design troubleshooting experiments, and establish industry collaborations while managing project timelines and guiding a team of scientists and research associates toward strategic objectives.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Immunology, Biochemistry, Pharmacology, or related field.
• 8+ years of in vivo delivery research experience with pharmacology, immunology, and biodistribution expertise.
• Prior management experience mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Oversee in vitro and in vivo proof-of-concept studies.
• Design troubleshooting experiments.
• Establish industry collaborations.
• Manage project timelines.
• Lead a team of scientists and research associates.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Project management

In vivo delivery research

Education

PhD in Immunology/Biochemistry/Pharmacology or related field

Job description

Role

Head of Translational Biology leading research on nucleic acid delivery for genomic medicines at Mirai Bio.

Primary objectives

Developing innovative non-viral vectors with tissue-specific tropism and functional delivery enhancements.

Responsibilities

Oversee in vitro and in vivo proof-of-concept studies, design troubleshooting experiments, establish industry collaborations, manage project timelines, and lead a team of scientists and research associates.

Qualifications

Ph.D. in Immunology, Biochemistry, Pharmacology, or related field; 8+ years of relevant in vivo delivery research experience, with expertise in pharmacology, immunology, and biodistribution studies; prior management experience mandatory.

High-Value

focus on nucleic acid therapeutics, non-viral delivery modalities, preclinical models, and cross-functional collaboration in a biotech setting.

Work setup

not specified, but involves leadership and strategic oversight.