Scientific Director

Role: Senior scientific leader serving as a Scientific Director in Diabetes Research, focusing on disease biology insights and portfolio strategy. Responsibilities: influence target discovery, advance novel mechanisms for diabetes and comorbidities, integrate human data and biomarkers, support translational science, and collaborate with external partners; represent scientific expertise internally and externally to shape research and innovation. Requirements: PhD or MD with 7+ years (PhD) or 3+ years (MD) industry experience; deep expertise in diabetes drug discovery, particularly in small molecules; strong understanding of translational challenges in T1D, with a track record of stakeholder influence and cross-functional leadership. High-value details: emphasis on human biology-driven target validation, external collaboration with academia and industry, and global strategic impact. Work setup: physical presence in the US with 10-20% overnight travel; role involves scientific leadership, external networking, and internal strategic alignment.