Save Job Back to Search Job Description Summary Similar Jobs Build a discovery platform with strong scientific ownership Shape the future R&D pipeline and scientific strategy About Our Client An established pharmaceutical company expanding its innovative drug R&D capabilities, with a growing focus on biologics and emerging modalities. Job Description Develop and drive the early-stage drug discovery strategy and build innovative R&D capabilities across bispecific/multispecific antibodies, ADCs, nucleic acid therapeutics and other emerging modalities. Lead innovative programs end-to-end, from disease biology, target identification and validation, molecule design and optimization through PCC selection and IND-enabling development. Build and strengthen an integrated discovery platform covering biology, antibody engineering, pharmacology, translational research and computational sciences. Drive the application of AI and computational technologies in drug discovery, including target discovery, molecule design, optimization and scientific decision-making. Evaluate new targets and project opportunities based on scientific rationale, unmet medical needs, technical feasibility, competitive landscape and translational potential. Build and lead a multidisciplinary R&D team, fostering a highly collaborative and innovation-driven scientific culture. Collaborate closely with preclinical, CMC, translational medicine and clinical teams to ensure smooth progression from Discovery to PCC, IND and clinical development. Develop external collaborations with academic institutions, biotech companies and technology partners to access emerging science and innovation opportunities. The Successful Applicant PhD in Biology, Immunology, Biochemistry, Pharmacology, Medicine or a related discipline. Strong experience in innovative drug discovery within pharmaceutical, biotech or related R&D organizations. Proven track record of substantially contributing to drug discovery programs from target/project initiation through PCC and IND or clinical development. Strong expertise in one or more areas including bispecific/multispecific antibodies, ADCs, antibody discovery and engineering, nucleic acid therapeutics, emerging modalities or AI-enabled drug discovery. Strong scientific judgment with the ability to assess targets, molecules and new project opportunities from both scientific and development perspectives. Experience in building discovery platforms, managing scientific teams or developing R&D capabilities is highly preferred for senior-level candidates. Strong cross-functional leadership and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively across multiple R&D disciplines. Good command of both English and Chinese, with the ability to engage with international scientific and industry partners. Innovative, entrepreneurial and results-oriented mindset, with strong scientific curiosity and ownership. What's on Offer An opportunity for an experienced discovery scientist or R&D head to build innovative drug discovery capabilities, drive programs from target to PCC/IND, explore AI-enabled discovery and emerging modalities, and directly shape the future R&D pipeline. 把这段中的lead Contact Helen He Quote job ref JN-092026-7107623 Phone number +86 10 6168 7548 Job summary Function Life Sciences Specialisation Research & Development What is your area of specialisation? Healthcare / Pharmaceutical Location Hangzhou Contract type Permanent Consultant name Helen He Consultant phone +86 10 6168 7548 Job Reference JN-092026-7107623
