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Vice President, Translational Biology

Flagship Pioneering
September 29, 2026
Full-time
Remote friendly (Watertown, MA)
Worldwide
Clinical Research and Development
Role: Head of Translational Biology leading research on nucleic acid delivery for genomic medicines at Mirai Bio. Primary objectives include developing innovative non-viral vectors with tissue-specific tropism and functional delivery enhancements. Responsibilities: oversee in vitro and in vivo proof-of-concept studies, design troubleshooting experiments, establish industry collaborations, manage project timelines, and lead a team of scientists and research associates. Qualifications: Ph.D. in Immunology, Biochemistry, Pharmacology, or related field; 8+ years of relevant in vivo delivery research experience, with expertise in pharmacology, immunology, and biodistribution studies; prior management experience mandatory. High-Value: focus on nucleic acid therapeutics, non-viral delivery modalities, preclinical models, and cross-functional collaboration in a biotech setting. Work setup: not specified, but involves leadership and strategic oversight.