Associate Group Leader - Associate Director in AI-Based Antibody Drug Discovery

BeOne continues to grow at a rapid pace with challenging and exciting opportunities for experienced professionals. When considering candidates, we look for scientific and business professionals who are highly motivated, collaborative, and most importantly, share our passionate interest in fighting cancer.

General Description:

At BeOne Institute, we extend BeOne’s execution strength with a dedicated innovation engine, bringing agility and scientific depth to transform uncertainty into actionable and high-impact therapeutic opportunities.  We operate according to three core principles:

1. Bold Exploration: we pursue novel and high-potential ideas through rapid,

iterative innovation cycles.
2. Strategic Alignment: we prioritize disease areas that align closely with

BeOne’s R&D priorities and long-term vision.

3. Pipeline Impact: we translate insights into tangible assets and advance

emerging platforms into impactful programs.

As an Associate Group Leader at BeOne Institute, you will help lead a high-performing research team to advance breakthrough discoveries. You will set and execute a forward-looking research strategy aligned with our mission, foster a collaborative environment where innovative ideas are translated into transformative medicines.

Essential Functions of the Job:

Job Responsibilities

• Drive scientific excellence and delivery by establishing clear program goals and milestones.
• Communicate progress through regular updates while proactively identifying challenges and proposing solutions.
• Support the Group Leader, BeOne Institute and build and develop a high performing team and foster team members professional growth, technical expertise and scientific expertise. Lead cross-disciplinary or cross-functional collaborations and drive innovation within and beyond the Institute.
• Contribute to the development of research strategy and ensure effective execution within defined therapeutic area or technology space
• Provide scientific guidance and influence decision-making within own research group, while contributing to broader discussions across the organization

Requirements

• Ph.D., M.D., or equivalent advanced degree with deep expertise in one or more of the following areas: cancer biology, cancer immunology, immunology, protein engineering, AI-driven protein design, or a related life sciences discipline.
• 8+ years of relevant post-degree experience, including postdoctoral and/or industry research experience, with a strong track record of contributions to antibody drug discovery or impactful scientific achievements.
• Experience/deep knowledge with AI based antibody discovery preferred. 
• Experience with antibody design and generation.
• Ability to operate effectively in a highly collaborative, fast-paced, and interdisciplinary research environment, and to integrate multi-disciplinary approaches to solve complex biological problems.
• Demonstrated scientific leadership and potential to lead a research group, with ability to influence cross-functional collaborations
• Experience providing guidance and mentorship, supporting development of team members.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to clearly articulate complex scientific concepts to diverse audiences.

Supervisory Responsibilities:  

• General Description: At BeOne Institute, we extend BeOne’s execution strength with a dedicated innovation engine, bringing agility and scientific depth to transform uncertainty into actionable and high-impact therapeutic opportunities.  We operate according to three core principles:
  1. Bold Exploration: we pursue novel and high-potential ideas through rapid, iterative innovation cycles.
  2. Strategic Alignment: we prioritize disease areas that align closely with BeOne’s R&D priorities and long-term vision.
  3. Pipeline Impact: we translate insights into tangible assets and advance emerging platforms into impactful programs. As an Associate Group Leader at BeOne Institute, you will help lead a high-performing research team to advance breakthrough discoveries. You will set and execute a forward-looking research strategy aligned with our mission, foster a collaborative environment where innovative ideas are translated into transformative medicines.

Essential Functions of the Job:

Job Responsibilities

• undefined
• Drive scientific excellence and delivery by establishing clear program goals and milestones.
• Communicate progress through regular updates while proactively identifying challenges and proposing solutions.
• Support the Group Leader, BeOne Institute and build and develop a high performing team and foster team members professional growth, technical expertise and scientific expertise. Lead cross-disciplinary or cross-functional collaborations and drive innovation within and beyond the Institute.
• Contribute to the development of research strategy and ensure effective execution within defined therapeutic area or technology space
• Provide scientific guidance and influence decision-making within own research group, while contributing to broader discussions across the organization

Requirements

• Ph.D., M.D., or equivalent advanced degree with deep expertise in one or more of the following areas: cancer biology, cancer immunology, immunology, protein engineering, AI-driven protein design, or a related life sciences discipline.
• 8+ years of relevant post-degree experience, including postdoctoral and/or industry research experience, with a strong track record of contributions to antibody drug discovery or impactful scientific achievements.
• Experience/deep knowledge with AI based antibody discovery preferred. 
• Experience with antibody design and generation.
• Ability to operate effectively in a highly collaborative, fast-paced, and interdisciplinary research environment, and to integrate multi-disciplinary approaches to solve complex biological problems.
• Demonstrated scientific leadership and potential to lead a research group, with ability to influence cross-functional collaborations
• Experience providing guidance and mentorship, supporting development of team members.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to clearly articulate complex scientific concepts to diverse audiences.
  

Supervisory Responsibilities:  

• Build and manage a team of scientists and/or lead project based teams.

Global Competencies

When we exhibit our values of Patients First, Driving Excellence, Bold Ingenuity and Collaborative Spirit, through our twelve global competencies below, we help get more affordable medicines to more patients around the world.

• Fosters Teamwork
• Provides and Solicits Honest and Actionable Feedback
• Self-Awareness
• Acts Inclusively
• Demonstrates Initiative
• Entrepreneurial Mindset
• Continuous Learning
• Embraces Change
• Results-Oriented
• Analytical Thinking/Data Analysis
• Financial Excellence
• Communicates with Clarity

Salary Range: $200,000.00 - $250,000.00 annually

BeOne is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. Actual compensation packages are determined by several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to job-related skills, depth of experience, certifications, relevant education or training, and specific work location. Packages may vary by location due to differences in the cost of labor. The recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for a preferred location during the hiring process.  Please note that the listed range reflects the base salary or hourly range only. Non-Commercial roles are eligible to participate in the annual bonus plan, and Commercial roles are eligible to participate in an incentive compensation plan. All Company employees have the opportunity to own shares of BeOne Medicines Ltd. stock because all employees are eligible for discretionary equity awards and to voluntarily participate in the Employee Stock Purchase Plan. The Company has a comprehensive benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), FSA/HSA, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, and Wellness.

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