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Senior Director, Immunology

Vertex Pharmaceuticals
August 28, 2026
Full-time
Remote friendly (Boston, MA)
Worldwide
Clinical Research and Development
Role: Senior Director of Immunology leading research and development efforts for Vertex's cell and genetic therapy portfolio, focusing on immunomodulatory approaches for allogeneic transplantation and T1D. Responsibilities: oversee multiple research programs, develop and execute immunology strategies, lead cross-functional teams in target and candidate identification, and foster collaborations internally and externally. Provide scientific leadership, resource management, and mentorship to high-performing teams. Requirements: PhD/MD in immunology, molecular biology, or related field; 12+ years industry experience in immunology; proven capability in advancing therapies across modalities including cell and genetic therapies; expertise in immunological models and advanced cellular/molecular techniques. HighValue: immunology-driven drug discovery, allogeneic transplantation, Type 1 Diabetes, cell/genetic therapies, translational science, preclinical to IND stages. WorkSetup: On-site Boston, full-time, with possible ad hoc flexibility.