Director, Translational Imaging Lead

Director, Translational Imaging Lead

The Director, Translation Imaging Lead independently drives the development of strategic guidance for biomarker imaging on one or more program(s) and works towards drug development deliverables.

In this role, you will primarily focus on ensuring that oncology programs are using appropriate imaging techniques from early clinical through registration phases of development, which entails directly working with cross functional teams within the drug development process.

The Director of Translation Imaging will enable preclinical and clinical teams by scouting and incorporating state-of-the-art imaging strategies and suggesting (emerging) imaging approaches and techniques that will aid the development of new drugs, with a particular focus on radioligand therapies.

YOUR TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The primary responsibilities of the Director, Translational Imaging Lead are to:

• Drive the development of strategic guidance for biomarker imaging, ensuring oncology programs utilize appropriate imaging techniques throughout the drug development process;
• Advise on the use of imaging biomarkers and techniques in clinical trials, focusing on radiopharmaceuticals in collaboration with Radiology and external imaging CROs;
• Participate in Program Teams, providing oncology expertise to develop translation and imaging strategies;
• Direct the global oncology Radiomics approach, providing expertise and leadership across the portfolio;
• Coordinate all aspects of imaging delivery in synchronization with the drug R&D process, informed by a deep understanding of clinical development in oncology and state-of-the-art imaging strategies;
• Develop imaging tools to measure drug response/effectiveness through internal and external collaborations;
• Ensure regulatory compliance of imaging activities and drive qualification processes;
• Evaluate, interpret, and present results from imaging analyses to support decision-making;
• Identify new collaboration opportunities and manage relationships with partners to drive imaging excellence;
• Contribute to self-empowered matrix teams, fostering a culture of creativity and innovation, and promoting a high-performance environment.

WHO YOU ARE

Bayer seeks an incumbent who possesses the following:

Required qualifications:

• Medical Doctor (MD or MD/PhD) or imaging scientist (PhD) trained in radiology, nuclear medicine, imaging physics or image analysis including some industry experience, OR b) a Master’s degree trained in radiology, nuclear medicine, imaging physics or image analysis including industry experience in Clinical Imaging OR c) a Bachelor’s degree trained in radiology, nuclear medicine, imaging physics or image analysis including significant industry experience;
• Proven track record of research and/or development (including oncology applications with emphasis on radiological and /or PET/SPECT imaging and biomarker use) with a focus on radiopharmaceuticals;
• Experience with clinical and preclinical imaging in oncology drug development (PET, SPECT, CT, bioluminescence, MRI…);
• Thorough understanding of imaging and clinical development in oncology; including experience with regulatory framework for biomarkers, and use of imaging for registration of Oncology products. Experience managing imaging CROs;
• Outstanding scientific reputation as evidenced by multiple publications in peer-reviewed journals and as speaker of conferences and strong network in the academic and clinical community of imaging specialties (mandatory) and of Oncology (preferred);
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Preferred qualifications:

• Medical doctor (MD or MD/PhD) or imaging scientist (PhD) trained in radiology, nuclear medicine, imaging physics or image analysis including a minimum of 7 years industry experience, OR a Master’s degree trained in radiology, nuclear medicine, imaging physics or image analysis including a minimum of 9 years industry experience OR a Bachelor’s degree trained in radiology, nuclear medicine, imaging physics or image analysis including a minimum of 11 years industry experience

Employees can expect to be paid a salary between $169,680.00 - $254,520.00. Additional compensation may include a bonus or commission (if relevant). Additional benefits include health care, vision, dental, retirement, PTO, sick leave, etc.

This salary range is merely an estimate and may vary based on an applicant’s location, market data/ranges, an applicant’s skills and prior relevant experience, certain degrees and certifications, and other relevant factors.

This posting will be available for application until at least 02/06/2026

YOUR APPLICATION

Bayer offers a wide variety of competitive compensation and benefits programs. If you meet the requirements of this unique opportunity, and want to impact our mission Science for a better life, we encourage you to apply now. Be part of something bigger. Be you. Be Bayer.

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Bayer is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans

Bayer is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodations in its application process for individuals with disabilities and encourages applicants with disabilities to request any needed accommodation(s) using the contact information below.

Bayer is an E-Verify Employer.

Location: United States : Massachusetts : Cambridge

Division: Pharmaceuticals

Reference Code: 847921

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