Assistant Director, Scientific Development In Vivo

Come join a global leader in drug development and take your career to the next level as an Assistant Director - Scientific Development at Labcorp supporting our teams in Ann Arbor, MI and Greenfield, IN. This is a US remote based position and must have ability to travel on occasion to conferences or face to face (F2F) client meetings in the US.

Labcorp's work in developing new pharmaceutical solutions has an incredible impact on the lives of millions worldwide. Be a part of this life-saving work.

What we're looking for in you:

• PhD in cell biology, cancer biology, or equivalent degree. Relevant in vivo pharmacology oncology experience may be substituted for PhD education
• Possess a working knowledge of the Discovery Oncology (Disc Onc) services and limitations; specifically, using in vivo tumor models in drug development and oncology pharmacology offered at the Ann Arbor, MI site. In-depth understanding of the operational limitations will be essential in effective communication of site capabilities to the client.
• Ability to effectively guide the client from basic scientific concept to overall program completion
• Ability to successfully collaborate with the clients, providing program/protocol suggestions based on internal data and relevant literature
• CRO experience preferred
• Client facing experience
• Excellent communication skills

Essential Duties:

• Following training become completely autonomous in the use of the site bidding and protocol designing tool. All protocols/quotes will capture all cost and execution details accurately. This document is client facing and directly feeds into the operational LIMS data collection tool.
• Independently engage in scientific discussions with clients. Successfully collaborate with the clients, providing program/protocol suggestions based on internal data and relevant literature. Effectively be able to guide the client from basic scientific concept to overall program completion.
• Present the full Discovery Oncology company overview along with all data driven slide decks to clients. These meetings will be both virtual and F2F.
• Manage 4 (at most) Scientific Development direct reports (Scientist/Sr. Scientist level). Provide the guidance to allow them to develop a working knowledge of the preclinical oncology models that Discovery Oncology offers; this includes in vivo, in vitro and imaging services. Provide opportunity for client facing growth via client engagement and protocol design collaboration.
• Compile and translate protocol information to proposal team to allow pricing and proposal generation in the bid tool system. Collaborate with proposal team to ensure that the protocol is execution ready and has been costed accurately (i.e. formal statement of work (SOW). Once completed, deliver the finalized protocol and project price to the appropriate Business Development Director (BDD) for delivery to the client.
• Develop independent Research and Development and external projects that provide growth to the Scientific Development team and Discovery Oncology services. These opportunities will be presented and approved by Scientific Development/Discovery Oncology leadership. Assess the ROI and make a business and scientific justification for the project. Have direct responsibility for the successful completion, providing timely updates and development and distribution of collateral.
• Support the continued development of scientific and/or technical marketing materials for commercial use, which may take the form of white papers, data sets, presentations (oral and poster), or website content.
• Maintain general currency in scientific areas in which the Discovery Oncology site is engaged and be viewed as a subject matter expert.
• In a public environment, e.g. meeting with clients, potential clients and at any conferences or other scientific meetings, act appropriately and effectively to support Labcorp's image as a mature and experienced scientific collaborator.

Application Window open through: 01/15/2025

Pay Range: $115,000 - $140,000 annually (USD)

All job offers will be based on a candidate's skills and prior relevant experience, applicable degrees/certifications, as well as internal equity and market data. The position is also eligible for an annual bonus under the Labcorp Bonus Plan. Bonuses are payable based on corporate and/or business segment performance and are subject to individual performance modifiers.

Benefits: Employees regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week are eligible for comprehensive benefits including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD/LTD, 401(k), Paid Time Off (PTO) or Flexible Time Off (FTO), Tuition Reimbursement and Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Casual, PRN & Part Time employees regularly scheduled to work less than 20 hours are eligible to participate in the 401(k) Plan only. For more detailed information, please click here.

Why People choose to work at Labcorp:

At Labcorp, it is our people that make us great - it is what our clients, our partners and, most importantly, what our employees say. Here, you will have the opportunity to collaborate with extraordinary people with diverse viewpoints. You will discover your own outstanding potential as we build an even stronger organization with industry leaders from early development to the clinic and beyond. We help our clients develop medicines that improve health and improve lives of their family and friends.

Labcorp is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer:

As an EOE/AA employer, Labcorp strives for diversity and inclusion in the workforce and does not tolerate harassment or discrimination of any kind. We make employment decisions based on the needs of our business and the qualifications of the individual and do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy or other medical conditions/needs), family or parental status, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, personal appearance, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristic. Additionally, all qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable law.

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