Associate Director, Haematology Translational Research Lead

About This Role

Lead the design and execution of translational research in haematology within the Oncology R&D department. The role focuses on identifying biomarkers and predicting therapeutic susceptibilities for patient risk stratification in haematology.

Responsibilities

• Utilise haematology expertise to lead translational research in cross-functional matrix environments
• Design and execute translational research plans for preclinical haematology assets, focusing on mechanisms, biomarkers, and expansion opportunities
• Advise preclinical project teams on biomarker discovery, indication selection, differentiation, and clinical transition planning
• Build relationships and collaborate with internal teams, external healthcare professionals, and global investigators to advance translational research and clinical profiling efforts
• Communicate research progress and outcomes to stakeholders through reports and presentations
• Oversee multiple projects and workstreams, manage resources effectively, and maintain up-to-date knowledge in clinical and translational research

Requirements

• PhD or equivalent in a relevant biological science or medicine field
• Considerable experience in translational research
• Experience in leading haematology/immunology research in a biotech or pharma setting
• Demonstrated ability to identify key translational questions and create/implement project plans
• Experience of contributing to translational research in a matrix team environment, with exposure to industry drug discovery and clinical development teams
• Demonstrated cross-functional knowledge of cancer biomarker discovery with experience in non-clinical translational experimental approaches and reverse translation activities
• Proven leadership potential with experience in managing and developing scientific teams

Qualifications

• PhD or equivalent in a relevant biological science or medicine field
• Considerable experience in translational research, with experience in leading haematology/immunology research in a biotech or pharma setting.

Nice to Have

• Excellent project management skills
• Demonstrated scientific excellence and understanding of myeloma
• Experience in molecular and genomic assay technologies and with clinical assay development (e.g. flow cytometry, immunohistochemistry, immunoassays)
• Excellent problem-solving, organisational and analytical skills
• Strong collaboration and partnership skills, with a preference for experience in managing research collaborations
• Demonstrates flexibility and ability to work well with ambiguity and in intense situations

Skills

* Required skills

Benefits