[Hiring] VP Head of Biologics Innovation Research Institute @Morunda K.K.

Role Description

We are seeking a senior scientific leader to lead the company’s biologics R&D strategy and execution, with a strong focus on tumor immunology and innovative biologics development. The successful candidate will guide a large multidisciplinary R&D organization across discovery, process development, and preclinical evaluation, with the goal of developing globally competitive, differentiated biologics with strong clinical and commercial potential.

Key Responsibilities

• Pipeline Strategy & Portfolio Planning
  • Develop biologics pipeline strategies based on unmet clinical needs, scientific advances, competitive landscapes, and industry trends.
  • Identify and evaluate opportunities for new project initiation across tumor immunology and immune-related diseases.
  • Guide portfolio priorities toward differentiated, globally competitive programs.
• Biologics Innovation & Project Development
  • Provide scientific leadership across key technology areas including:
    • Next-generation PD-1 combination therapies
    • T-cell engager (TCE) bispecific and multispecific antibodies
    • Antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs)
    • Other innovative immune-related biologics
  • Guide technical innovation, scientific problem-solving, and project progression from discovery through development.
  • Evaluate and introduce emerging platform technologies to strengthen the R&D pipeline.
• Clinical & Translational Strategy
  • Ensure R&D programs remain closely aligned with clinical needs and potential differentiation.
  • Contribute to early clinical development strategies and demonstrate an understanding of clinical trial design.
  • Strengthen the translation of preclinical findings into clinical development programs.
• Team Leadership & R&D Organization
  • Lead and oversee biologics R&D teams across:
    • Early Discovery
    • Process Development
    • Preclinical Evaluation
  • Build a collaborative and high-performing R&D organization.
  • Recruit, develop, and retain high-caliber scientific talent.
  • Establish effective cross-functional processes and organizational capabilities to support continued growth.
• External Partnerships & Business Development
  • Act as a senior scientific representative in business development evaluations.
  • Provide scientific and clinical assessments of potential licensing and partnership opportunities.
  • Support evaluation of in-licensing and out-licensing opportunities from a scientific and development perspective.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Immunology, Tumor Biology, or a related life science discipline.
• Strong immunology background preferred.

Requirements

• 10+ years of biologics R&D experience within biotechnology companies or multinational pharmaceutical companies.
• 5+ years of team management experience at Director level or above.
• Proven experience advancing biologics programs from target discovery through IND filing, with strong translational research experience.
• Extensive experience in tumor immunology, particularly PD-1 and/or TCE mechanisms, and/or ADC development.
• Experience advancing programs into mid-to-late clinical stages or successfully supporting out-licensing activities is highly preferred.
• Strong scientific insight, analytical thinking, and ability to evaluate complex scientific and competitive information.
• Ability to identify differentiated opportunities and translate scientific insights into actionable R&D strategies.
• Deep understanding of unmet clinical needs and a strong clinical-development mindset.
• Ability to work backward from clinical and commercial objectives when shaping R&D programs.
• Strong combination of strategic vision, scientific rigor, and practical execution.
• Excellent cross-functional communication, collaboration, and leadership skills.
• Highly proactive, self-driven, and willing to challenge established approaches.

Benefits

• Remote work flexibility
• Accommodation: Family-suitable apartment provided by the company.
• Transportation: Company-assigned car provided.