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Sr Director of Peptide Therapeutics

3 months ago


San Francisco, United States United Staff Source Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description

About Us:

Our mission is to make long-term care for chronic conditions accessible and affordable for everyone, regardless of their budget. We help our customers save significantly compared to traditional healthcare systems.

Enjoy a casual culture, remote-first workplace, and generous PTO/benefits

Position Overview:

We are seeking an experienced Senior Director of Therapeutics to join our dynamic telehealth start-up. You will play a crucial role in leading and executing early-stage drug discovery and therapeutics development initiatives. Your expertise in drug discovery, especially in peptides, will help us develop affordable next-generation GLP-1 drugs for all Americans.

This is a unique opportunity to impact millions of Americans who need access to affordable medications.

Who You Are:

  • You will build a team of scientists to develop new peptide-based therapeutics in categories like GLP-1, GIP, PYY, Amylin, and Glucagon agonists.

  • You will lead internal peptide therapeutics development projects from drug discovery to Phase-2 clinical trials.

  • You will collaborate with internal and external partners in drug discovery, technology, and biotechnology finance.

  • You will represent our company in research publications and conferences.

Managerial Responsibilities:

  • Build: Develop the Department of Peptide Therapeutics in collaboration with our People & Talent Team, and establish the facility.

  • Grow: Oversee early-stage drug discovery projects and review potential licensing & acquisition options.

  • Lead: Guide your team in developing novel peptide therapeutics.

  • Oversee your department budget and resource needs in collaboration with our FP&A team.

  • Manage relationships with external partners in drug discovery & development, CDMOs, and CROs.

  • Contribute to making next-generation peptide therapeutics affordable and accessible.

Qualifications:

  • Leading expert in peptide drug discovery and development with a strong record of prior discoveries and/or peer-reviewed publications.

  • PhD, MD, DO, DVM, or equivalent in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Medicinal Chemistry, or related field.

  • 7+ years of experience in drug discovery and development, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.

  • Hands-on approach, capable of doing lab work alongside your team.

  • High emotional intelligence and collaboration skills, able to explain complex concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

  • Experience in building a team and facility from the ground up.

  • Documented evidence as an expert in peptide therapeutics development.

Company Offers:

  • Platinum PPO Healthcare + Vision & Dental (covers 99% for employees and 50% for qualified dependents).

  • 401k with matching contributions from day one.

  • Unlimited PTO.

  • Remote work with potential onsite/hybrid expectations when a facility is established.

  • Impactful, rewarding work as part of a fast-growing brand helping thousands of people every day.