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Director, Head of Protein Sciences

North Chicago, IL, us💼 Full-time🗓 2026-09-25 → 2026-09-29

Core

Define and execute Protein Sciences strategy to accelerate portfolio progression by delivering high-quality protein reagents, target-enabling solutions, and scientific insights for small molecule and peptide discovery programs.

Role type

Director, Head of Protein Sciences

Builds

Scalable, high-impact protein reagents and scientific data supporting small molecule drug discovery

Domain

Biopharmaceuticals / Protein Sciences / Small Molecule Discovery

Required skills

Strategic thinking, organizational leadership, protein expression, protein purification, protein engineering, protein characterization, cross-functional partnership, resource planning, external collaboration management, scientific innovation, talent development

Preferred skills

Managing external collaborations and CROs, building functional capabilities, developing scientific talent succession, awareness of emerging protein science methods

Technologies

AI/ML-enabled approaches, next-generation protein production platforms

Responsibilities

Define and execute Protein Sciences strategy; ensure overall performance and scientific excellence of the function; partner with cross-functional leaders to influence discovery strategies; drive adoption of emerging technologies; manage project intake and resource prioritization; manage external collaborations and CRO partnerships; build and lead a high-performing organization; develop future scientific leaders

Seniority

Director, functional leadership

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