VP of Neuroscience

Translational Neuroscience           ·           New York City, New York          ·       Full time

Who is BlueRock?

BlueRock Therapeutics, a wholly-owned and independently operated subsidiary of Bayer AG, is a leading engineered cell therapy company using its unique cell+gene platform to direct cellular differentiation and genetically engineer cells to create a new generation of cellular medicines that address large patient populations suffering from neurological, cardiovascular, and immunology diseases.

The convergence of cell biology and genetic engineering is creating fundamental new ways to impact disease. Founded in 2016 to capitalize on these technological breakthroughs, we are advancing our novel cell+gene platform to develop, manufacture, and deliver an entirely new generation of authentic and engineered cell therapies across three therapeutic areas: neurology, cardiology, and immunology.

What Are We Doing?

Our foundational science harnesses the ability to create and then direct the differentiation of universal pluripotent stem cells into authentic, functional cells that can be used as allogeneic cellular therapies to treat a broad array of diseases. We can also further engineer these cells, enabling them to produce enzymes, antibodies, and other proteins for additional therapeutic benefit.

We are passionate about delivering on the promise of cellular and gene therapy, shaping the future of cellular medicine, and delivering new therapies to millions of patients with treatment options.

We are seeking individuals who are collaborative, thrive in a fun and dynamic culture, and are steadfast in the commitment to advance cutting-edge cellular therapies to impact patients’ lives.

The candidate will be an essential member of the Research Leadership team; where he/she, together with the heads of Immunology and Platform Technologies will execute on BlueRock’s mission to create authentic cellular medicines to reverse devastating diseases, with the vision of improving the human condition. He/She will oversee BlueRock’s internal and external neuroscience research programs, including our dopamine, glial and retinal cell programs. He/She will provide strategic input and manage a team of Director-level individuals. The ideal candidate will have a very strong scientific track record and experience in a fast-paced, biotech environment. He/She is not afraid to make decisions and shows a can-do-attitude. This is an outstanding opportunity for an experienced neuroscientist with a clear, therapeutic focus to bring a new class of medicines to patients and gain valuable career experience in cell therapy. Collaboration with a highly-motivated, world-class team of scientists, manufacturers and development functions promises an exciting and engaging work environment for motivated, self-starting candidates.

Description:

• Drives execution of BlueRock’s neuroscience pipeline from concept, through feasibility to animal proof of concept.
• Works with direct reports on scientific direction, hiring and budget.
• Provides scientific input into the research direction of Neuroscience cell programs.
• Strategic evaluation of cell:disease pairings and integration into a research plan
• Mentor direct reports, and promote BlueRock’s values of urgency, integrity, community, and courage
• Establish, grow, and maintain key relationships with leaders in Neuroscience, cell and gene therapy, and translational medicine fields, including BlueRock Advisory Boards.
• Participate in establishment of efficient processes, standards, and SOPs
• Consult with and support other functions including Development and Technical Operations.

Minimum Requirements:

• PhD in Biomedical Sciences, Molecular Biology, Neuroscience, Stem Cell Biology or M.D. with a minimum of 12+ years of relevant, full-time Industry or Academic lab experience.
• Pharmaceutical/biotechnology experience with a demonstrated track record in scientific excellence
• Deep knowledge of developmental neuroscience and pluripotent stem cell biology.
• Expertise and/or knowledge in the following areas: neurological disease, regenerative medicine, assay development, biomarkers, CMC and regulatory.
• Very strong written, analytical and verbal communications skills.
• Proven ability to lead by example within a collaborative, dynamic, high growth culture, championing and advancing novel concepts within cross-functional matrixed teams
• An innovative, results-oriented, solutions focus and critical thinking skills
• Fully vaccinated against COVID-19, as per CDC guideline

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BlueRock Therapeutics Company Culture Highlights

• Winner of Comparably’s Award for Best Company for Diversity 2022
• Winner of Comparably’s Award for Best Company for Women 2022
• Winner of Comparably’s Award for Best CEO 2022
• BlueRock Therapeutics is ranked in the top 5% of companies for Overall Culture on Comparably.
• Engineering Department is ranked in the top 5% of companies for Overall Culture on Comparably.

Check us out on Comparably: https://www.comparably.com/companies/bluerock-therapeutics

Equal Opportunity Workplace: At BlueRock, we welcome and support differences and diversity and we are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.  Please let us know if you require disability-related accommodation or other grounds protected by human rights legislation during the recruitment process so that we can work with you to meet your needs.

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