Executive Director, Research Therapeutic Area Lead, Immunology/Transplant and Vaccines (Waltham)

Executive Director, Research Therapeutic Area Lead, Immunology/Transplant and Vaccines

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As a member of the R&D Executive Leadership Team, this role holds a key leadership position within the R&D organizations of the CSL Enterprise. In this leadership role you will develop, implement, and maintain a forward-thinking Research Immunology/Transplant strategy and Vaccines strategy, in alignment with the overarching Therapeutic Leadership Teams for T&I and Vaccines.
Main Responsibilities

• Develop strategies to mitigate disruptive innovation for the plasma-derived Ig product portfolio
• Proactively contribute to all 5 TA strategies where immunology is a key driver
• Drive generation of scientific insights using internal and external expertise to progress projects and life cycle management goals in support of R&D and commercial products across the company
• Oversee CSL’s interactions with multi-national government authorities key for developing and maintaining a vaccines product portfolio
  

Strategic Leadership

• Accountable for the Immunology & Transplant project portfolio and its turnover and maturation in alignment with the overall CSL therapeutic strategy
• Oversee new Research projects from target/pathway identification through to lead discovery and IND enabling studies
• Provide expert scientific leadership and advice to Immunology/Transplant TALT and cross TA opportunities based on related pathomechanisms
• Drive CSL’s drug discovery to ensure development of a commercial portfolio that contributes to the company’s vision of being a leading plasma biotech company
  

Team Management

• Lead a team of scientific SMEs: Research Product Leads & Disease Area experts to develop strategy and manage internal and external projects
• Leadership in a matrix working environment with relevant heads of drug development functions to ensure project delivery
  

Research And Development

• Drive scientific innovation by identifying novel targets, pathways, and therapeutic approaches in Immunology & Transplantation
• Ensure robust experimental design, data integrity, and scientific rigor across all research programs
• Foster a culture of scientific excellence and continuous learning within the team
• Translate scientific discoveries into viable therapeutic candidates aligned with unmet medical needs
  

External Engagement

• Leverage existing external network to build and maintain strong relationships with academic institutions, biotech partners, CROs, and key opinion leaders
• Represent the organization at scientific conferences, advisory boards, and in external collaborations
• Identify and evaluate external innovation opportunities, including licensing, partnerships, and acquisitions
• Serve as a scientific ambassador for the company’s Immunology/Transplant research strategy
  

Regulatory Compliance And Quality Assurance

• Ensure all research activities comply with internal policies, ethical standards, and regulatory requirements
• Partner with Quality Assurance and Regulatory teams to support IND submissions and regulatory interactions
• Maintain accurate and auditable documentation of research activities and decisions
• Promote a culture of compliance, safety, and continuous improvement
  

Innovation And Technology

• Champion the adoption of cutting-edge technologies, platforms, and methodologies to enhance research capabilities
• Evaluate and implement digital tools, AI/ML, and high-throughput systems to accelerate discovery
• Encourage a forward-looking mindset that embraces scientific and technological advancements
• Lead initiatives to explore emerging trends and disruptive innovations in Immunology & Transplantation
  

Required Qualifications

• Advanced degree (Ph.D. or equivalent) in a relevant scientific discipline (e.g., pharmacology, biochemistry, molecular biology)
• Significant international experience (>15 years) and a proven track record in senior R&D leadership positions in the Pharma/Biotech industry with at least 10 years in a leadership or managerial role
• Demonstration of creating and executing on strategic initiatives
• Direct experience of end-to-end R&D development from project initiation through to launch
• Strong external network with academic institutions, biotech partners, CROs, and key opinion leaders (KOLs)
  

Travel Requirements

• This role will require 25% to 30% travel across various locations.
  

Our Benefits
We encourage you to make your well-being a priority. It’s important and so are you. Learn more about how we care at CSL.
About CSL
CSL is a leading global biotechnology company with a dynamic portfolio of life-saving medicines, including those that treat haemophilia and immune deficiencies, as well as vaccines to prevent influenza. Since our start in 1916, we have been driven by our promise to save lives through innovation. Learn more about CSL.
We want CSL to reflect the world around us
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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Research, Analyst, and Information Technology

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