Institute Group Leader, Drug Discovery Biology

2 weeks ago

Houston, United States MD Anderson Cancer Center Full time

KEY FUNCTIONS
- Lead drug discovery biology teams in support of TDD's drug discovery and development programs.
- Implement comprehensive oncology target discovery and validation platforms to enable systematic investigation into mechanisms of tumorigenesis and identify/evaluate new drug targets.
- Interface with matrixed functional group leadership to establish strategy and align on research activities to guide project advancement.
- Facilitate interaction and collaboration to best leverage MD Anderson Cancer Center clinical departments to drive integration and advancement of portfolio programs.
- Stay abreast and implement as appropriate new technologies and processes to enable more rapid advancement of drug discovery and development programs.
- Build and manage strong collaborative relationships with internal and, importantly, external groups, effectively identify and utilize expertise and innovation.
- Deploy new technologies to enhance translational research capabilities.
- Recruit and retain a top-notch collaborative and innovative team.

CORE COMPETENCIES
- Oral Communication (Administrative/Operations Management): Express ideas clearly and concisely in groups and one-to-one conversations; create an environment with open channels of communication.
- Share information with a group in a logical, concise manner. Generate opportunities for information flow among others. Coach others in effective communication skills.
- Foster a climate that encourages clear, direct, open and accurate information. Communicate information through presentations or speeches. Encourage expression of alternate perspectives.
- Analytical Thinking (Transitional): Gather relevant information systematically; break down problems into simple components; makes sound decisions.
- Identify relationships among a few parts of a problem. Scan own knowledge and experience base to determine potential solutions.
- See multiple relationships among several parts of a problem. Recognize likely causes of events or consequences of actions. Use data from multiple sources to support assumptions.
- Provide Direction (Administrative/Operations Management): Provide clear direction and priorities toward a common vision; clarify roles and responsibilities for employees; promote empowerment.
- Determine priorities and communicate to the team. Redirect operations as necessary to achieve objectives. Clarify roles and responsibilities of team.
- Scan internal and external environments to determine unit direction. Set vision and direction for unit.
- Strategic Thinking (Administrative/Operations Management): Define strategic goals and issues clearly; applies broad knowledge and experience when addressing strategic issues; foresee obstacles and opportunities relating to change or improvement.
- Define problems from the perspective of the stakeholders. Understand how the work of the team relates to the overall institutional strategy.
- Align unit strategically with institution. Be aware of latest industry trends as they affect unit strategies.
- Innovative Thinking (Strategic Leader): Approach problems with curiosity and open-mindedness; offer new ideas, solutions and/or options.
- Generate new ideas and solutions by utilizing multiple resources. Challenge others in a group to identify creative approaches.
- Use group problem-solving skills to approach problems. Create or sponsor processes that promote change. Enlist others to pursue new initiatives.
- Identify new opportunities and practices for the institution. Champion unique solutions by removing barriers to implementation.
- Global Perspective (Administrative/Operations Management): Understand the position of the institution within the industry; anticipate the impact of technological, social, and economic trends on the institution.
- Use available information on industry trends to direct unit activities.
- Understand the impact of internal and external environments on the institution. Commit significant resources or time to pursue information regarding industry trends.
- Provide Direction (Transitional): Provide clear direction and priorities toward a common vision; clarify roles and responsibilities for employees; promote empowerment.
- Provide expert technical guidance to others on project/task groups.
- Determine priorities and communicate to the team. Redirect operations as necessary to achieve objectives. Clarify roles and responsibilities of team.
- Team with Others (Administrative/Operations Management): Encourage collaboration and input from all team members; value the contributions of all team members; balance individual and team goals.
- Actively promote a spirit of cooperation and teamwork. Solicit opinions from team members. Coach others in developing teamwork skills.
- Promote cooperation between teams within the institution. Act as an advisor/liaison for building team cohesiveness.
- Technical/Functional Expertise (Administrative/Operations Management): Demonstrate technical proficiency requir

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