Associate Scientific Director, Research Open Innovation

About This Role:We are seeking an experienced and strategic Associate Director to lead internal innovation initiatives and cultivate high-impact external collaborations in immunology. This role will drive scientific advancements by identifying and managing novel research opportunities, fostering cross-functional innovation, and developing strategic partnerships with academic institutions and research organizations, and industry collaborators. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in immunology, research strategy, and partnership development, with the ability to navigate both internal and external stakeholder relationships effectively.What You’ll Do:Leverage expertise in immunology, inflammation, and autoimmune diseases to lead and oversee internal and external discovery projects, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and strategic prioritiesDevelop and execute innovation strategies to advance immunology research and therapeutic discoveryEstablish processes for evaluating and prioritizing innovative concepts, ensuring alignment with company objectivesIdentify, establish, and manage strategic partnerships with academic institutions, research organizations, and other external collaboratorsMonitor and evaluate the progress of external collaborations, ensuring successful outcomes and integration with prioritized internal programsCollaborate with internal R&D, translational, and clinical teams to identify and support novel scientific opportunitiesDrive a culture of scientific excellence and innovation by fostering collaboration across disciplines