Seattle Research Site Head; Immunology

Responsibilities

• Provide scientific and translational immunology expertise to the biologics pipeline (including Povetacicept and early immune-mediated inflammatory disease programs).
• Shape, implement, and execute the global immunology research strategy in partnership with senior leaders.
• Lead, mentor, and build a focused research team; develop operational plans aligned with development and commercial goals.
• Oversee projects with scientific excellence, people management, and financial accountability; anticipate and communicate obstacles.
• Partner with R&D, New Product Planning, and Investor Relations to build tools and communication around drug candidates and patient benefit.
• Assess scientific partnerships, collaborations, and BD opportunities; represent the company externally.
• Provide leadership on collaborations/partnerships with public and private entities.
• Oversee daily site operations; align site initiatives with organizational goals.
• Support resource allocation and manage Cap Ex/OpEx in line with research objectives.
• Partner with HR on site people processes; support key communications (e.g., town halls) and portfolio management.
• Contribute to research governance, project endorsements, lead optimization transitions, candidate nominations, and technology investments.
• Lead key strategic initiatives and support talent/organizational development.

• MD/PhD or PhD in immunology (or related field).
• Typically 15 years life sciences/academia plus 7+ years supervisory/management experience.
• Demonstrated scientific leadership as an immunologist in pharma/biotech or leading academic medical research.
• Demonstratable drug‑ and target‑hunter experience with deep disease and human biology understanding.
• Track record advancing high‑quality discovery approaches; broad understanding of drug discovery/development continuum.

• Strategic, interpersonal leadership with high scientific rigor and creative problem‑solving; strong collaboration and ability to align/execute.
• Ability to recruit/develop an inclusive high‑performing organization; anticipate trends; lead change and manage resistance.
• Compelling, authentic communicator; proven senior‑level management and influence.

• Pay range: $268,000–$402,000; eligible for annual bonus and annual equity awards.

• On‑site designated: five days per week on‑site with ad hoc flexibility.