Location
Seattle, WA
Compensation
$268k–$402k USD
Market range · company + function + seniority
p25 · target · p75 · n=16
Posted $402k · well above market
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Job Description
General Summary:
Vertex is seeking an experienced, innovative, passionate and inspirational senior scientific leader to join our research organization as the Seattle Research Site Head (Immunology).The successful candidate will be a well-recognized leader in immunology research and will have the ability to drive execution of high impact, high visibility projects thereby transforming our ability to reach more patients with a growing pipeline of lifechanging medicines.
This is an essential hire for the company. Reporting to the SVP, Boston Research, this individual will be a critical leader in advancing the company’s research pipeline across biologic, immunology and autoimmune therapies. The successful candidate will oversee a growing scientific department and provide scientific, managerial and leadership expertise to discovery, translational, and early clinical programs across the Seattle organization. As a lead immunologist within Vertex, the individual will also have a critical role to play in shaping, implementing, and executing Vertex’s broader strategy in immunology and will partner closely with the senior leaders to advance Vertex’s portfolio in this area.
As Site Head for Seattle, the individual will oversee all aspects of running the research site, including expanding the laboratory space for Seattle Research As a core member of the immunology leadership team the individual will also contribute to the overall strategic direction of research at the company and will play a key role in research governance, portfolio prioritization, people development, as well as serving as a “scientific voice,” internally and externally, on behalf of the company.
Research
Site Head
Leadership
Knowledge and Skills:
Combines outstanding strategic and interpersonal leadership with the highest levels of scientific rigor and an open and creative approach to scientific problem solving.
Deeply collaborative in approach with the ability to align and execute.
Proven leadership in a biotech/pharmaceutical firm or major academic research institution including leading successful teams involved in drug discovery or biomedical research.
Ability to recruit, develop and cultivate a high achieving, inclusive organization.
Ability to anticipate future consequences and trends.
Ability to gracefully succeed in a fast-paced, highly collaborative, and results oriented environment.
Compelling and authentic communicator.
Ability to innovate and influence, lead change, and manage resistance to change.
Demonstrated track record of managing and influencing at the senior level
Education and Experience:
MD/PhD or PhD in immunology or related scientific field.
Typically requires 15 years of experience in life sciences or academia and 7+ years of supervisory/management experience or the equivalent combination of education and experience .
Demonstrated rigor and scientific leadership as an immunologist within the pharma/biotech industry or leading academic medical research institute.
Demonstratable drug- and target hunter experience, with deep disease and human biology understanding.
Track record of advancing a discovery pipeline of high-quality approaches with potential for transformative impact.
Broad understanding of the drug discovery and development continuum.#LI-KM4
Pay Range:
$268,000 - $402,000Disclosure Statement:
The range provided is based on what we believe is a reasonable estimate for the base salary pay range for this job at the time of posting. This role is eligible for an annual bonus and annual equity awards. Some roles may also be eligible for overtime pay, in accordance with federal and state requirements. Actual base salary pay will be based on a number of factors, including skills, competencies, experience, and other job-related factors permitted by law.
At Vertex, our Total Rewards offerings also include inclusive market-leading benefits to meet our employees wherever they are in their career, financial, family and wellbeing journey while providing flexibility and resources to support their growth and aspirations. From medical, dental and vision benefits to generous paid time off (including a week-long company shutdown in the Summer and the Winter), educational assistance programs including student loan repayment, a generous commuting subsidy, matching charitable donations, 401(k) and so much more.
Flex Designation:
On-Site DesignatedFlex Eligibility Status:
In this On-Site designated role, you will work five days per week on-site with ad hoc flexibility.
Note: The Flex status for this position is subject to Vertex’s Policy on Flex @ Vertex Program and may be changed at any time.
#LI-Onsite
Company Information
Vertex is a global biotechnology company that invests in scientific innovation.
Vertex is committed to equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to a person's race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, or any characteristic protected under applicable law. Vertex is an E-Verify Employer in the United States. Vertex will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities, in accordance with applicable law.
Any applicant requiring an accommodation in connection with the hiring process and/or to perform the essential functions of the position for which the applicant has applied should make a request to the recruiter or hiring manager, or contact Talent Acquisition at ApplicationAssistance@vrtx.com
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