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Vice President Discovery – Schlieren | JobRevolt

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DISCO Pharmaceuticals is an emerging biotechnology company with operations in Cologne, Germany, and Schlieren, Switzerland. We leverage a proprietary mass spectrometry-based technology platform to decode the molecular architecture of the cancer cell surface. By integrating expertise in cell biology, biochemistry, and computational analytics, we identify functionally relevant protein communities and novel therapeutic targets.

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Leading and driving DISCO's discovery portfolio and scientific teams, with responsibility for portfolio execution, scientific strategy, prioritization, and delivery of key milestones across multispecific and logic-gated TCE/ADC programs
Providing scientific and organizational leadership to multidisciplinary project teams, fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment while supporting the development of future scientific leaders
Partnering closely with DISCO's executive leadership team to shape and execute scientific and portfolio strategy, ensuring alignment between corporate goals, resource allocation, and program progression
Providing strategic guidance to Research Project Teams and Project Leads, supporting data-driven decision making, milestone planning, risk management, and portfolio prioritization
Working closely with cross-functional teams, including Antibody Engineering, Technology and CompBio, Translational Sciences, CMC, and Early Development functions, ensuring seamless advancement of programs across the organization
Communicating portfolio progress, opportunities, and risks to senior leadership, providing clear recommendations to support strategic decision-making and portfolio management
Supporting business development and external innovation activities, including scientific due diligence, strategic collaborations, partnership opportunities, and evaluation of emerging technologies
Representing DISCO externally through scientific collaborations, conference participation, publications, and interactions with key opinion leaders and potential partners

Profil

PhD in Immunology, Oncology, Molecular Biology, or a related life science discipline
More than 14 years of relevant experience in biotechnology or pharmaceutical drug discovery and development, including senior scientific and organizational leadership responsibilities
Proven track record of advancing innovative oncology programs from discovery through development candidate nomination
Deep expertise in multispecific biologics and T-cell engager platforms
Proven track record of leading multiple preclinical drug discovery programs, including target validation, lead identification, candidate optimization, and advancement to IND-enabling activities
Extensive expertise in multispecific biologics and T-cell engager platforms, ideally within immuno-oncology and oncology-focused therapeutic areas
Experience developing and executing translational and preclinical strategies, including proof-of-concept, mechanism-of-action, and biomarker studies
Demonstrated success leading multidisciplinary teams and complex portfolios within matrix organizations across Discovery, Technology, and Early Development
Strong portfolio, project, and resource management capabilities, with the ability to prioritize and deliver across multiple programs simultaneously
Experience supporting business development activities, including scientific due diligence, external partnerships, licensing opportunities, and strategic collaborations
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with experience interacting with executive leadership and external partners
Proactive, strategic, and solution-oriented mindset, combined with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced and innovation-driven environment

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Location: Schlieren, ZH, with occasional business travel
Applications only via online application tool

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Long-term career prospects through a permanent employment contract with a future-oriented company
Competitive compensation and attractive employment conditions
30 days of annual leave as well as a work environment that supports professional development
Exciting responsibilities at the interface of research and laboratory practice, offering a high degree of autonomy and opportunities to make an impact
Collaborative, international corporate culture with flat hierarchies, short decision-making processes, and regular team activities

Vice President Discovery

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