Associate Director, Innovation Lab

Role: Associate Director of Innovation Lab at Tarsus overseeing early-stage pipeline programs in eye care, driving innovation, and partnering with cross-functional teams and external collaborators. Responsibilities: define target product profiles, develop project plans with milestones and budgets, manage internal lab growth and external relationships, support IP strategy, and foster a culture of innovation. Requirements: Bachelor's in life sciences (biochemistry, immunology) with 8+ years (PhD/MD), 10+ years (Master’s), or 12+ years (Bachelor’s) in biotech/pharma innovation; proven leadership in early drug discovery and development; strong collaboration skills; strategic and tactical acumen. HighValue: early-stage biotech/pharma innovation, ophthalmology/eye care, cross-functional leadership, external partnership cultivation, and clinical translation support. WorkSetup: hybrid Irvine, CA; up to 20% travel.