Chemical Analysis Researcher

New York, United States Full-time

Role Summary
Creative Biolabs is committed to accelerating the discovery, research, development, and manufacturing of gene therapies. We are looking for an expert in preclinical R&D strategy to manage and coordinate our internal and external preclinical gene therapy development efforts, partner with other members of the leadership team to leverage our gene therapy platforms, and build and grow the company’s therapeutic portfolio.

Responsibilities
Build, lead, manage and mentor a team of scientists and infrastructure to support preclinical discovery across a portfolio of gene therapy projects. Guide and lead the teams to execute plans to deliver novel targets for drug discovery into the early-stage portfolio. Establish and maintain functionally integrated project schedules to enable accurate project analysis, identification of critical path activities and areas of resource constraint. Lead, facilitate and document project team meetings, cross-functional communication and decision making, and ensure the alignment with internal functional groups and leadership. Oversee project management activities, scenario planning, identify and manage project objectives, work plans, timelines, budgets, and provide formal and informal status updates to stakeholders as needed. Interface with senior management on project requirements, status review, and key development decisions. Contribution to preclinical strategy, vision, and operation.

Qualifications
Advanced degree in synthetic biology, cell biology, genetics, molecular biology, biochemistry, systems biology, immunology, or related fields. Deep knowledge of, and demonstrated experience in leading/advancing discovery projects to clinical development. 5+ years of industry experience in gene therapy from design to preclinical testing. A passion for discovering new therapies to address severe life-limiting diseases with significant unmet needs. Extensive experience in establishing and managing successful relationships with internal and external collaborators. Extensive experience in drafting detailed experimental plans Experience in developing high-quality models for establishing proof-of-concept.