Vice President, Research (Neuroscience)

Role Summary

Seeking experienced, rigorous, and innovative leader to direct Regeneron’s Neuroscience research team, consisting of approximately 50 dynamic researchers currently focusing on development of therapeutics against neurodegenerative diseases, motor neuron disease, chronic pain, and neuropsychiatric disorders, utilizing biologics and genetic medicines. Successful candidate would direct and inspire Neuroscience’s preclinical team by using their deep and broad expertise to set strategic vision, suggest novel technological approaches, and critically evaluate data and projects. Candidate would be expected to participate in translational activities, progressing drug targets along the pipeline from early research through clinical development. Candidate would also participate in Regeneron’s broader scientific community, participating actively in cross-functional meetings and representing Regeneron’s Neuroscience vision to Senior Leadership and external collaborators.

Responsibilities

• Directly supervise Regeneron’s senior Neuroscience leadership team and manage the broader group, providing vision, inspiration, and both short-term and long-term goals. Communicate priorities, policies, and goals of Regeneron Senior Leadership to the broader Neuroscience group.
• Identify new strategies or technologies, including genetic medicines, for pursuing novel targets and approaches.
• Set priorities and ensure progression of, or go/no-go decisions for, targets and projects. Be familiar with processes and procedures for moving targets from preclinical research through the development pipeline.
• Actively participate in departmental, cross-functional, senior leadership, and external meetings to contribute neuroscience expertise and to represent the goals and vision of the Neuroscience group.
• Interact broadly and collaboratively with other therapeutic focus areas and technology groups within the company, forging relationships and active collaborations, as well as leveraging technologies to advance neuroscience research as a systems-level endeavor.
• Identify and mentor the Neuroscience group, providing opportunities, visibility, and challenge in order to develop all group members to their maximum scientific and professional potential.
• Conduct or oversee review of neuroscience-related documents, including regulatory submissions, manuscripts, contracts, etc.

Qualifications

• Required: Both deep and broad expertise in Neuroscience.
• Required: Familiarity with cutting edge technology, including genetics medicines, and proven experience applying technology to neuroscience-related questions.
• Required: Strong written and oral communication skills with the ability to communicate both science and vision.
• Required: Strong leadership skills with managerial and mentorship experience and excellence.
• Required: Experience with administratively directing a group (managing budget and organization, etc.).
• Preferred: Exposure to drug development or similar regulated activities.
• Preferred: Broad network of colleagues and collaborators, strong publication record, and national/international reputation.
• Required: At least 10 years experience after PhD; minimum 5 years in an industry or translational setting.
• Preferred: 20+ years of experience.

Education

• PhD in Neuroscience or a related field.