Associate Director, Group Leader, BeOne Institute, San Carlos, California

General Description

At BeOne Institute, we extend BeOne’s execution strength with a dedicated innovation engine, bringing agility and scientific depth to transform uncertainty into actionable and high‑impact therapeutic opportunities.

We operate according to three core principles:

• Bold Exploration: we pursue novel and high‑potential ideas through rapid, iterative innovation cycles.
• Strategic Alignment: we prioritize disease areas that align closely with BeOne’s R&D priorities and long‑term vision.
• Pipeline Impact: we translate insights into tangible assets and advance emerging platforms into impactful programs.

Location: Must be onsite in San Carlos, California.

Responsibilities

• Drive scientific excellence and delivery by establishing clear program goals and milestones.
• Communicate progress through regular updates while proactively identifying challenges and proposing solutions.
• Support the Group Leader, BeOne Institute and build and develop a high‑performing team; foster team members’ professional growth, technical expertise, and scientific expertise.
• Lead cross‑disciplinary or cross‑functional collaborations and drive innovation within and beyond the Institute.
• Contribute to the development of research strategy and ensure effective execution within a defined therapeutic area or technology space.
• Provide scientific guidance and influence decision‑making within own research group, while contributing to broader discussions across the organization.

Qualifications

• Ph.D., M.D., or equivalent advanced degree with deep expertise in cancer biology, cancer immunology, immunology, protein engineering, AI‑driven protein design, or a related life‑sciences discipline.
• 8+ years of relevant post‑degree experience, including postdoctoral and/or industry research experience, with a strong track record of contributions to drug discovery or impactful scientific achievements.
• Ability to operate effectively in a highly collaborative, fast‑paced, and interdisciplinary research environment and to integrate multi‑disciplinary approaches to solve complex biological problems.
• Demonstrated scientific leadership and potential to lead a research group, with ability to influence cross‑functional collaborations.
• Experience providing guidance and mentorship, supporting development of team members.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to clearly articulate complex scientific concepts to diverse audiences.

Supervisory Responsibilities

May supervise or mentor individual contributors and/or lead project‑based teams, depending on business needs.

Education Required

A Ph.D. or M.D., with 8+ years of experience or equivalent.

Salary & Benefits

Salary Range: $183,000.00 – $228,700.00 annually. BeOne is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. Actual compensation packages are determined by several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to job‑related skills, depth of experience, certifications, relevant education or training, and specific work location. Packages may vary by location due to differences in the cost of labor.

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401(k), FSA/HSA
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Wellness

Equal Opportunity Statement

BeOne is a proud equal‑opportunity employer. BeOne does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.

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