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 CapEx/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. Qualifications 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. Skills/Traits 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. Compensation/Benefits (as stated) Pay range: $268,000–$402,000; eligible for annual bonus and annual equity awards. Flex/Work Location (as stated) On‑site designated: five days per week on‑site with ad hoc flexibility. #J-18808-Ljbffr Scorpion Therapeutics