Eikon Therapeutics is a new biopharmaceutical company employing revolutionary technology at the intersection of chemistry, engineering, computation, and biology to discover novel treatments for life-threatening diseases. Eikon’s discovery platform is built on groundbreaking innovations from its founders (Nobel Prize, 2014), culminating in the creation of microscopes which enable real time, molecular-resolution measurements of protein movement in living cells, thereby unlocking otherwise intractable classes of proteins as drug targets.

Position

We are seeking an accomplished and visionary Vice President of Therapeutic and Computational Biology to provide strategic leadership and shape transformative projects that leverage the synergy between biology and technology. In this pivotal role, you will drive therapeutic biology drug discovery, lead cross-functional collaborations, and guide the development of innovative solutions by transforming our research approach from traditional target nomination to a novel, data-centric method using in-house findings. You will leverage your strong computational background to manipulate and analyze complex biological data, conduct rigorous research, and set the strategic direction for new target identification. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of integrating computational biology with experimental research to drive innovation and achieve significant scientific breakthroughs, making substantial contributions to our mission.

About You

The unique candidate for this role is an exceptional scientific leader with a proven track record in drug discovery and computational biology to drive target identification and translational biology. This candidate has broad leadership experience in drug discovery with demonstrated ability to conceive, lead and execute experiments at the intersection of biology and technology. They demonstrate proficiency in advanced computational tools and technologies relevant to cutting-edge biological research. Their exceptional analytical skills enable them to interpret and communicate intricate scientific insights effectively, and they have outstanding communication skills, allowing for the clear conveyance of complex scientific concepts to diverse audiences. Proven leadership capabilities are evident through effective development and communication of their vision and strategy, management and collaboration within interdisciplinary teams, and proactive, adaptable, and responsive approach to evolving research priorities and challenges.

What You’ll Do

Lead a group of diverse disease area biologists focused on target identification and drug discovery efforts from screening to candidate nomination
Provide strategic leadership in designing and executing complex experiments at the intersection of biology and technology.
Guide the strategy in building out a disease, target and therapeutic pipeline and lead team biologists investigating disease biology.
Apply advanced scientific methodologies and computational tools to interpret and analyze intricate experimental data from proprietary single molecule tracking tools.
Develop strategies to explore disease insights from human datasets to generate and inform therapeutic hypotheses.
Drive the translation of scientific target discoveries into actionable insights, driving our programs towards the clinic while collaborating closely with chemistry, non-clinical sciences and quantitative biology teams.
Lead and collaborate with cross-functional teams, including bioinformatics, data science, and experimental biology, to integrate computational and experimental research efforts.
Mentor and develop researchers at all levels, fostering a collaborative and innovative scientific environment.
Shape and drive overarching research strategies, oversee project execution, and ensure alignment with organizational goals.
Stay current with scientific advancements and industry trends, integrating relevant knowledge into research strategies.
Present research findings and strategic recommendations to senior leadership and stakeholders, and drive publication in high-impact peer-reviewed journals.
Prepare comprehensive and precise documentation of research findings, contributing to internal reports, presentations, and potential intellectual property.

Qualifications

PhD in Biology or related field with significant experience in drug discovery across multiple disease areas.
Ability to translate leading edge technology into drug discovery.
Strong record of drug discovery success; a mixture of Biotechnology and Pharma experience preferred.
Demonstrated ability to collaborate across the organization while still being decisive and able to drive the research vision, strategy, and execution to deliver results aligned with the company’s objectives.
Able to build, lead and inspire teams.
Exceptional team player attitude and values-based leader who demonstrates the highest level of integrity, authenticity and transparency.
Intellectually curious; culture carrier who can bring along teams through significant stages of growth and development at the company.
Agile with the ability to deliver in a high-growth environment.
Able to attract and retain top talent.

At Eikon, employee compensation also includes bonus and equity compensation, in addition to several generous benefit programs, including:

401k plan with company matching
Medical (premiums covered by Eikon at 95%), dental and vision insurance (premiums covered by Eikon at 100%)
Mental health and wellness benefits
Weeklong summer and winter holiday shutdowns
Generous paid time off and holiday policies
Life/AD&D Insurance (premiums covered by Eikon at 100%) and optional supplemental employee-paid life/AD&D policies
Enhanced parental leave benefit
Daily subsidized lunch program when on-site

The expected salary range for this role is $278,000 to $304,000 depending on skills, competency, and the market demand for your expertise.

Eikon is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment.

In accordance with the Company’s duty to provide and maintain a safe workplace, the Company requires all employees to be Fully Vaccinated with one of the FDA approved COVID-19 vaccines, which includes those vaccines that have received the FDA’s emergency use authorization. You will be expected to be Fully Vaccinated as of your Start Date. If you believe that you are exempt from this requirement under an applicable law or regulations, including Americans with Disabilities Act and California’s Fair Employment and Housing Act, you will need to contact the Company’s Human Resources group. For purposes of this section, Fully Vaccinated means (i) the completion of the vaccination regimen as approved by the FDA (by way of example, 2 doses of the Pfizer or Moderna vaccine and 1 dose of the Johnson and Johnson vaccine), and (ii) timely receiving booster vaccination, as recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

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