Vice President, Global Head of Neuroscience
United States
Job Description
Overview
Responsibilities
Qualifications
- To provide strategic leadership and oversight of neuroscience research programs, focusing on neurological disorders such as epilepsy and Parkinson's disease.
- Drive innovative drug discovery efforts from early research through IND applications, ensuring alignment with global regulatory requirements and market trends.
Responsibilities
- Provide leadership and coordination across a matrixed, multi-disciplinary team (Strategy & AI/DT Center, Preclinical Research, Regulatory, Clinical, Medical, and external collaborators) in the design, execution, and advancement of neurology-focused drug discovery programs, aligning objectives and operational activities without directly managing each functional team.
- Collaborate with project management and relevant stakeholders to ensure alignment of research priorities, timelines, and resource allocation across programs.
- Drive efficient execution of IND-enabling studies, leveraging prior experience and organizational capabilities to support successful regulatory submissions.
- Accountable for identifying and implementing innovative technologies and methodologies, including AI/DT, to accelerate drug discovery and improve R&D efficiency.
- Provide leadership in translating preclinical and clinical data into actionable insights to advance development programs.
- Oversee external collaborations and partnerships to integrate cutting-edge scientific approaches and expand research capabilities.
- May lead internal and external research team meetings, manage collaborations, and evaluate new opportunities for partnerships and innovation.
- Provide oversight with SMEs for the design and progression of research programs, ensuring scientific rigor and alignment with development goals.
- Contribute to the development and review of regulatory documents related to IND filings and ensure alignment with FDA and global regulatory requirements.
- Participate in due diligence activities, evaluating early-stage assets and research opportunities within the neuroscience space.
- Ensure all research activities are conducted in compliance with applicable regulatory guidelines, including FDA requirements and global standards.
- Develop and implement best practices and continuous improvement processes within research and development functions.
- Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to ensure quality, compliance, and efficiency across all research activities.
- Provide leadership and mentorship to research teams, fostering a culture of scientific excellence, innovation, and collaboration.
- Supervision Exercised: Supervisory responsibility for neuroscience research teams and cross-functional collaboration groups, including approximately 1-4 direct reports:
- Associate Director / Senior Scientists
- Research Scientists
- Project Leads
- Cross-functional team members
Qualifications
- Ph.D. in Neurology or a related field (MBA or equivalent business experience preferred)
- 15+ years of experience in drug discovery and development, with strong expertise in CNS therapeutics and IND filings
- Ability to multitask
- Adaptability to changing priorities
- Maintain composure under pressure
- Strong leadership and team motivation skills
- Effective verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to quickly grasp complex scientific information
- Strong attention to detail
- Requires international travel
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