This position is 5 days in office in the SF East Bay.
This role provides scientific and strategic leadership for antibody–drug conjugate (ADC) discovery and early development within a research-driven oncology organization. The position plays a key role in advancing ADC programs from target validation through lead selection, leveraging deep expertise in chemistry, bioconjugation, and emerging ADC technologies.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and execute ADC discovery programs, including antibody conjugation chemistry.
Serve as the ADC chemistry subject‑matter expert, driving innovation in linkers, payloads, and conjugation methods.
Collaborate cross‑functionally and with external partners to advance ADC research and early development.
Oversee in vitro biofunctional assays to support candidate screening and selection.
Manage and mentor laboratory‑based scientific staff while ensuring scientific rigor, data quality, and compliance.
Qualifications
PhD or advanced degree in chemistry, biochemistry, or related field with 8+ years of relevant experience.
Strong track record in ADC discovery, from screening to development candidate nomination.
Hands‑on expertise with ADC conjugation, analytics, and characterization.
Demonstrated leadership, problem‑solving ability, and excellent communication skills.
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This role provides scientific and strategic leadership for antibody–drug conjugate (ADC) discovery and early development within a research-driven oncology organization. The position plays a key role in advancing ADC programs from target validation through lead selection, leveraging deep expertise in chemistry, bioconjugation, and emerging ADC technologies.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and execute ADC discovery programs, including antibody conjugation chemistry.
Serve as the ADC chemistry subject‑matter expert, driving innovation in linkers, payloads, and conjugation methods.
Collaborate cross‑functionally and with external partners to advance ADC research and early development.
Oversee in vitro biofunctional assays to support candidate screening and selection.
Manage and mentor laboratory‑based scientific staff while ensuring scientific rigor, data quality, and compliance.
Qualifications
PhD or advanced degree in chemistry, biochemistry, or related field with 8+ years of relevant experience.
Strong track record in ADC discovery, from screening to development candidate nomination.
Hands‑on expertise with ADC conjugation, analytics, and characterization.
Demonstrated leadership, problem‑solving ability, and excellent communication skills.
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