Global Director, Biological Mass Spec
GSKAbout the role
The Global Head of Biological Mass Spectrometry at GSK will play a pivotal role in advancing our small molecule drug discovery initiatives at GSK. This role involves spearheading innovative approaches and driving the future of mass spectrometry in the pharmaceutical industry. You will lead a dynamic team of scientists focused on identifying small molecule drug candidates and understanding their biological impact through cutting-edge mass spectrometry technologies.
This role will provide YOU the opportunity to lead key activities to progress YOUR career. These responsibilities include some of the following:
- Strategic Leadership: Lead and inspire a global team in the innovative application of mass spectrometry technologies, including proteomics, lipidomics, metabolomics, affinity selection mass spectrometry (ASMS) screening, and other high-throughput techniques.
- Strategy Development: Develop and implement forward-thinking mass spectrometry strategies for various modalities such as conventional reversible NCEs, covalent fragments, bifunctional degraders (ProTACs), molecular glues, and oligonucleotides.
- Foster Innovation: Promote a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement within the organization.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with teams in Research Technologies and Therapeutic Areas to design experiments, analyze data, and provide critical insights for drug discovery programs.
- Technical Expertise: Continuously monitor the latest advancements in mass spectrometry to ensure GSK remains at the forefront of scientific discovery.
- Resource Management: Manage budgets, resources, and timelines efficiently to maximize the team's impact.
- Team Development: Build and nurture a high-performing team, fostering professional growth and development.
- Encourage Excellence: Cultivate an environment that encourages creativity and scientific excellence.
Why you?
Basic Qualifications:
We are looking for professionals with these required skills to achieve our goals:
- Ph.D. in a relevant scientific discipline (e.g., biochemistry, cell biology, analytical chemistry) with a focus on mass spectrometry or Bachelors or master's with 10+ Yrs of relevant experience.
- 5+ years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry, applying mass spectrometry to biochemistry and cell biology, including direct portfolio support and capability development.
- Experience with leading and managing a team in scientific research or drug discovery
Preferred Qualifications:
If you have the following characteristics, it would be a plus:
- Extensive knowledge and expertise in mass spectrometry technologies, including omics platforms and mass spectrometry-based screening and profiling.
- Comprehensive knowledge of small molecule drug discovery processes and the role of mass spectrometry.
- Strong understanding of cell biology, biochemistry, and biophysics in small molecule drug discovery.
- Exceptional problem-solving, analytical, and critical thinking skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and presenting findings to both technical and non-technical audiences
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Why GSK?
Uniting science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together.
GSK is a global biopharma company with a special purpose – to unite science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together – so we can positively impact the health of billions of people and deliver stronger, more sustainable shareholder returns – as an organisation where people can thrive. We prevent and treat disease with vaccines, specialty and general medicines. We focus on the science of the immune system and the use of new platform and data technologies, investing in four core therapeutic areas (infectious diseases, HIV, respiratory/ immunology and oncology).
Our success absolutely depends on our people. While getting ahead of disease together is about our ambition for patients and shareholders, it’s also about making GSK a place where people can thrive. We want GSK to be a place where people feel inspired, encouraged and challenged to be the best they can be. A place where they can be themselves – feeling welcome, valued, and included. Where they can keep growing and look after their wellbeing. So, if you share ou
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