Vice President, Research and Development

A Forbion portfolio company is seeking an accomplished scientific leader to join its R&D organisation as VP/SVP Research & Development.

The company is a science-led European biotech developing differentiated biologic medicines for serious diseases. It is advancing an innovative portfolio toward the clinic and is looking for a development-led leader who can connect strong science with rigorous translational strategy and execution.

This is not a conventional Head of Research role. The successful candidate will bring deep immunology expertise alongside substantial experience advancing assets from discovery and candidate selection through preclinical development and IND-enabling activities.

Working closely with the CSO and Discovery leadership, they will create a highly effective bridge between research and development. They will ensure programmes are scientifically differentiated, translationally credible, operationally disciplined and focused on the experiments that inform the most important decisions.

The role also offers the opportunity to shape how the organisation operates: developing scientific talent, raising the quality of programme discussions and acting as a trusted strategic partner to the CSO.