Prime objective of the R&D group is to provide best-in-class ADC technologies, spanning from development of conjugation technologies to linkers and payloads. Main focus currently is on cytotoxic ADCs, however next-generation technologies for application immune-oncology and targeted gene therapy are an important company ambition. The associate director organic chemistry plays an active role in shaping and defining the company’s R&D agenda and ensuring successful execution thereof.
Job Description
- Identifies key growth areas in the field of conjugation chemistries and translates these into new R&D projects
- Recognizes trends/opportunities in potential growth fields
- Analyzes strengths and weaknesses of technologies of key competitors
- Engages with internal and external IP-counsels to support and strengthen patent portfolio
- Chairs internal organic chemistry work-meetings and discussions
- Coordinates project management in multi disciplinary teams, related to project definition, budgeting and project execution
- Supports business development team in partnering discussions and strategy
- Scouts and performs or delegates auxiliary tasks
- Ensures operational excellence within the chemistry group related to laboratory and equipment maintenance and EHS matter.
- Organizes in-house trainings/conferences
- Coaches and inspires organic chemistry R&D staff (direct & indirect reports)
- Perform other duties as assigned
Skills
- Analysis and mapping of early technology development trends in targeted therapies
- Lab work related: able to interpret NMR, RP-HPLC, TLC, IR
- Strong scientific background with proven track record in the field of organic chemistry
- Ability to solve complex chemical problems
- Experience with in project drafting and budgeting
- People management
- Strong organizational skills
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https://lonza.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/Lonza_Careers/job/NL—Oss/Director-Organic-Chemistry_R58456-1
