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Full-Time

Associate Director

Cancer Pharmacology

Posted on 8/8/2024

Revolution Medicines

Revolution Medicines

201-500 employees

Develops targeted therapies for RAS cancers

Hardware
Biotechnology
Healthcare

Compensation Overview

$160k - $200kAnnually

+ Equity Awards + Benefits + Learning and Development Opportunities

Senior, Expert

San Carlos, CA, USA

Category
Computational Biology
Biology Lab & Research
Biology & Biotech
Requirements
  • Ph.D. in pharmacology, oncology, cell biology or a related discipline, with 2-5 years of post-doctoral and at least 5 years of relevant industry experience in cancer drug discovery and development.
  • Strategic thinker with proven leadership skills, prior project team leadership roles would be an advantage.
  • Deep expertise in cancer pharmacology and oncogenic signaling pathways desired.
  • Rigorous, quantitative and detail-oriented experimentalist.
  • Demonstrated ability to multi-task, prioritize options, anticipate challenges, and execute on goals as a member of an interdisciplinary team is extremely important.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Thrives in a collaborative team setting and is driven by a desire to be innovative in a high energy, small company environment.
Responsibilities
  • Be a critical contributor and provide strong strategic and technical leadership in translation research group and multi-disciplinary research and development project teams with a focus on preclinical modeling of novel combinations and resistance with an indication lens.
  • Coordinate internal efforts and external contract research organization to execute translational studies for cross-functional teams; manage priorities and timelines in a fast-paced research environment.
  • Take a leadership role across different projects in a matrix environment, have the ability to serve as a functional rep in key project teams.
  • Manage and analyze experimental data and present results at internal meetings and scientific conferences.
  • Develop high-quality protocols and outputs and maintain detailed documentation of procedures and data to comply with internal standard operating procedures and other quality criteria, where necessary.

Revolution Medicines develops targeted treatments for cancers caused by RAS gene mutations, which are common in difficult-to-treat cancers like pancreatic, colorectal, and lung cancers. Their main products are RASON Inhibitors, designed to inhibit the activity of RAS proteins that promote cancer growth. The company uses a Tri Complex Inhibitor platform to create these specialized therapies. Unlike many competitors, Revolution Medicines focuses specifically on RAS-driven cancers, allowing them to carve out a niche in the oncology market. Their goal is to transform cancer treatment by providing effective therapies for patients suffering from these challenging conditions.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$1.3B

Headquarters

Redwood City, California

Founded

2014

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

12%

1 year growth

40%

2 year growth

111%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • The acquisition of EQRx is expected to add over $1 billion in net cash, significantly bolstering Revolution Medicines' financial position.
  • Successful public offerings and underwriters' full exercise of options have brought substantial capital, indicating strong investor confidence.
  • The company's innovative RASON Inhibitors and Tri Complex Inhibitor platform have the potential to revolutionize treatment for RAS-driven cancers, offering significant clinical impact.

What critics are saying

  • The highly specialized focus on RAS-driven cancers may limit market size and revenue potential compared to broader oncology companies.
  • Integration challenges from the acquisition of EQRx could divert focus and resources, potentially impacting ongoing projects.

What makes Revolution Medicines unique

  • Revolution Medicines focuses exclusively on RAS-driven cancers, a niche but critical area in oncology, unlike broader-spectrum oncology companies.
  • Their Tri Complex Inhibitor platform allows for highly specialized treatments, setting them apart from competitors with more generalized approaches.
  • The company's revenue model, which includes licensing, co-development partnerships, and direct sales, provides multiple revenue streams, enhancing financial stability.
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