Assoc Dir Oncology Biomarkers

Company: Labcorp
Location: Indianapolis
Posted on: November 26, 2022

Job Description:

Associate Director Oncology Biomarkers, Biomarker Solution CenterThe Biomarker Solution Center at LabCorp Drug Development is seeking a highly motivated Associate Director to develop biomarker strategies for our programs in oncology, at the preclinical and clinical level, applying innovative vision to offer cutting edge solutions to our clients. The successful candidate is expected to work cross-functionally within LabCorp teams, interacting closely with different groups involved in clinical development and laboratory testing, to provide timely responses to our clients' needs.The position will require previous experience developing biomarker strategies for clinical programs in a pharmaceutical setting: This includes experience with a variety of indications in oncology at the clinical stage (preferable both, solid tumors and hematological malignancies), experience/knowledge of the MoA of different therapy modalities, and knowledge of main signaling pathways and targets currently the focus of state of the art therapies in oncology. The successful candidate will have a demonstrated track of developing and implementing biomarker strategies in clinical oncology to inform the mechanism of action, response, prognostic, pharmacodynamic, and resistance mechanisms, as well as to identify factors to guide patient stratification supporting CDx development.The candidate is expected to work in a highly collaborative environment, good communication, attention to detail, and personable skills are required. This position may be associated with some traveling, once COVID subsides.Preferred Qualifications

• MD/PhD with 5+ years of industry experience in oncology developing cutting edge biomarker strategies
• Strong background in tumor biology and genomics
• Knowledge of oncology biomarkers in a clinical setting
• Experience in multiple oncology indications and a variety of therapies
• Knowledge of a broad spectrum of platforms to address biomarkers
• Current awareness of scientific literature
• Experience in CDx development and regulations are preferred but not required
• Good written and oral communication skills
• Highly organized and motivated individual with strong work ethic, flexibility and can-do attitude
• Successful demonstrated ability to work independently under minimal supervision
• Team member able to collaborate and interact with a variety of different groups in a cordial environmentLabcorp is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer:As an EOE/AA employer, the organization will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant's race, age, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status.For more information about how we collect and store your personal data, please see our -Privacy Statement. -

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