Director, Translational Medicine

Responsibilities Develop and execute translational strategy to help advance Crescent’s clinical pipeline Provide oversight of the development, validation, and execution of fit-for-purpose clinical biomarker assays with external CROs and actively manage vendor relationships Drive clinical biomarker sample testing and data delivery in close collaboration with clinical development operations team Lead biomarker data analysis and contribute to clinical and scientific data deliverables Serve as the translational medicine lead in cross-functional program teams and support integrated program development plans Author translational medicine sections in IND modules, clinical protocols, IBs, ICFs, and other clinical documents and technical reports, and respond to regulatory inquiries related to translational medicine Provide translational input into novel target identification Education & Experience PhD/MD in Cancer Biology, Immuno-Oncology, Immunology, Molecular Biology, Pathology, or other scientifically related field required Minimum 8 years of industry experience in translational medicine and clinical biomarkers Experience in leading translational efforts to advance the IO and/or ADC programs from IND-enabling phase through early phase clinical development and/or from early phase clinical development through late phase Prior experience in CDx development is a plus Strong team player with the ability to work in cross-functional matrix Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills What We Offer Opportunity to join a mission-driven team where you'll contribute to impactful work, take on varied responsibilities, and grow quickly in a dynamic environment Competitive compensation, including base salary, performance bonus, and equity 100% employer-paid benefits package Flexible PTO; also, two, one-week company-wide shutdowns each year A commitment to your professional development, with access to resources, mentorship, and growth opportunities $230,000 - $255,000 a year #J-18808-Ljbffr