Switzerland Job Openings

Molecular Partners AG

Head of Lead Generation – Pipeline Projects (100%)

Schlieren

FULL TIME

September 2, 2024

General information

Reference

2024-164

Information about Molecular Partners AG

Founded in 2004 by a group of Ph D students as a spin-off from the University of Zurich, Molecular Partners AG is a thriving and steadily growing clinical stage biotech company located in Zurich-Schlieren (Switzerland) with 200 highly qualified employees. In order to advance modern medicine and significantly improve the management of serious diseases, we have developed and successfully established a powerful new class of potent, specific and versatile small protein therapies, called DARPin therapeutics. The continuous development of a broad portfolio of therapeutic product candidates in oncology, virology and ophthalmology based on the company’s proprietary DARPin platform allowed a successful listing of the company on the SIX Swiss Exchange and Nasdaq (ticker: MOLN). Next to our own pipeline of drug candidates we have entered into collaborations with leading international pharmaceutical companies, including Abb Vie, Amgen and Novartis. The highly dedicated, multi-disciplined team at MP is committed to developing breakthrough medicines for serious diseases.

Position description

Position title

Head of Lead Generation – Pipeline Projects (100%)

Job description

The Head of Lead Generation (LG) – Pipeline Projects is a key role within Molecular Partners, responsible for leading the team that drives DARPin generation activities within our pipeline projects. This position is pivotal in advancing the technical aspects of pipeline projects from initiation to the selection of a therapeutic lead candidate for the IND-enabling phase. Scientific guidance and mentoring of LG project team members to continuously improve and achieve audacious goals will be a key aspect of this role. The role involves close collaboration with senior leadership, project leaders, function leaders and interdisciplinary teams to drive cutting-edge science, apply leading technologies, develop effective strategies for achieving project goals.

This challenging and diverse position will include the following tasks and responsibilities:

1. Strategic and Scientific Leadership

Provide content leadership and strategic guidance to continuously elevate the effectiveness, quality and innovation of LG activities across pipeline projects.
Define and execute a vision and strategy with the LG team, focusing on long-term improvements and evolution of LG activities within the pipeline projects.
Collaborate with senior leaders across all Rn D functions (e.g. In-Vitro Biology, In-Vivo Biology and Translational) for optimal alignment on experimental activities and timely project execution to drive projects to value inflection points.
Shape the vision and future of the LG department as a member of the LG leadership team.

2. People Leadership and Team Development

Foster a mindset and behavior of constant improvement, supporting effectiveness and quality through people and team development.
Lead, mentor, and support the development of a high performing team, fostering a culture of effective and lean execution to critical Go-No Go decision points with strong focus on collaboration, excellence and innovation.

3. Organizational Development

Develop and maintain structures, processes and systems to support the team in operational effectiveness and content quality through deep dives, reviews, mentoring, and training sessions.
Regularly review and address performance impediments in close collaboration with DARPin Platform & Engineering, DARPin Discovery, R&D Digitalization and Biology functions to resolve issues and enhance productivity.

4. Operational Leadership

Ensure optimal resource allocation of LG members and building of strong project teams through regular alignment with project leaders and other funtion leaders.
Ensure budgeting and long term resource planning matching company strategy in close collaboration with project leaders and research function leaders.

Requirements

For this position, we are looking for a highly motivated individual bringing along:

Ph.D. or equivalent in Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, or a related field.
Min. 10 years experience in preclinical research of protein therapeutics and protein engineering in an industry setting.
Experience in generation of targeted therapeutics such as antibody drug conjugates, radio ligand therapeutics or immune cell engagers is considered a plus.
Proven track record of leading and developing high-performing teams, with a focus on innovation, collaboration, and execution.
Strong tactical and scientific skills to develop smart lead generation approaches combined with organizational skills to drive complex drug discovery projects to successful outcomes.
Excellent interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills, with the ability to engage and inspire across all levels of the organization.

This position summary is not intended to be all inclusive. An employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Our offer

Partnership and collaboration are at the core of our company, our research activities and our product candidates. Molecular Partners offers an international working environment and the opportunity to collaborate with outstanding individuals from numerous disciplines, who contribute to our shared goals of scientific excellence, respectful teamwork and personal aspiration. We foster true innovation and creative thinking to advance our therapeutic product candidates and continue to be inspired by the difference we can make for our patients. At Molecular Partners you will discover a challenging job, inspiring colleagues and a true purpose. If you are interested in working at Molecular Partners, we are looking forward to hearing from you!
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Position location

Job location

Switzerland, Zürich, Schlieren

Preferred head hunter clause

Please note Molecular Partners AG operates a list of preferred recruitment partners. For those partners who have no valid, signed agreement in place with Molecular Partners AG, all unsolicited resumes, CVs, anonymous profiles, or any other candidate details submitted through our website or to personal e-mail accounts of employees of Molecular Partners AG (including any of its subsidiaries, affiliates or related companies) are not subject to payment of any form of introduction, placement or referral fees.

Molecular Partners AG, Wagistrasse 14, CH-8952 Zurich-Schlieren, Switzerland.
www.molecularpartners.com

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