About this role
Job title: Seattle Research Site Head (Immunology)
About the Role Vertex is seeking an experienced, innovative, passionate and inspirational senior scientific leader to join our research organization as the Seattle Research Site Head (Immunology). The successful candidate will be a well-recognized leader in immunology research and will have the ability to drive execution of high impact, high visibility projects thereby transforming our ability to reach more patients with a growing pipeline of lifechanging medicines. This essential hire reports to the SVP, Boston Research and will lead immunology programs at the Seattle site and collaborate with global research leadership.
What You'll Do
- Lead immunology research at the Seattle site and shape program strategy.
- Drive execution of high-impact, high-visibility projects to expand patient reach through Vertex's growing pipeline.
- Collaborate with global research leadership and cross-functional teams to accelerate discovery and translation.
What We're Looking For
- Well-recognized leader in immunology research.
- Demonstrated ability to drive execution of high-impact, high-visibility projects.
- Experience leading a research organization or function and partnering with senior leadership.
- Strategic, inspirational leadership capable of transforming drug development.