DescriptionCelgene is a global biopharmaceutical company leading the way in medical innovation to help patients live longer, better lives. Our purpose as a company is to discover and develop therapies that will change the course of human health. We value our passion for patients, quest for innovation, spirit of independence and love of challenge. With a presence in more than 70 countries - and growing - we look for talented people to grow our business, advance our science and contribute to our unique culture.Summary: The Immuno-Oncology (IO) Research Pipeline Leader is a critical role in the Immuno-Oncology Thematic Center of Excellence (IO TCoE) organization that has a significant impact on the I-O discovery pipeline, translational development capabilities, management of key alliances, and provides strategic support of the IO (TCoE). He/she is responsible for development of the IO TCoE strategy in collaboration with I-O TCoE leadership and late stage franchise stakeholders and for maintaining IO cutting edge translational development capabilities. The IO Research Pipeline Leader is accountable to IO TCoE leadership and R&ED management.In addition, Research Pipeline leader will lead the establishment and execution of integrated strategies for the key discovery-stage strategic alliances and internal programs. In this capacity, he/she will serve as a cross-functional team leader for research programs through discovery to development candidate endorsement. He/she partners with IO TCoE and functional area leaders to ensure that the team has necessary resources and capabilities to execute on projects and platform development efforts. Roles and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:Along with I-O TCoE leadership, define areas of priority for immuno-oncology research, development, and business development, including preparing for portfolio reviews and resourcing.Aid TCoE heads in development and implementation of the Immuno-Oncology strategy, working across functions and with the Hematology/Oncology and Inflammation and Immunology Franchises.Collaborate with I-O discovery team leaders, Alliance Management, Global Project Leadership organization to monitor and report on the I-O pipeline on behalf of the TCoE, ensuring resources to deliver on pre-DC projects.Subject matter expert for BD evaluations for the I-O portfolio.Serve as a voting member on the Joint Research Steering Committees for discovery stage I-O alliances.Serve as a Translational Development Leader on the Joint Development Committees for key IO alliances.Creating and implementing IO translational development platforms and research capabilities.Mobilize and align the IO TCoE organization, including driving decision making, to execute on the approved I-O portfolio and program strategy through DC.Collaborate with GPTs, DSTs, etc to ensure timely development of the translational development and target discovery platforms to support development assets and disease strategy as well as new target identification.Lead cross functional discovery projects teams through Drug Candidate (DC) nomination; develop program strategy (including risks and mitigation plans that may be needed prior to DC), ensure preparation of the data package for DC nomination, identify potential issues and elevate to appropriate stakeholders in a timely manner; collaborate with Global development Project Leader in preparation for DC nomination.Leads research project team to devise project goals and objectives.Drives implementation and development of translational development strategies for the key development stage alliance projects.Partner with relevant functions to develop effective working relationships both internally and with key external stakeholders (e.g., development organization partners, key opinion leaders and academic experts).May directly manage Project Managers.Monitor pre-DC research project progress, cost, resource allocation, timelines and develop corrective actions if deviations occur. QualificationsSkills/Knowledge/Competencies Required:PhD, MD or relevant advanced degree in a scientific discipline with 10 years of multi-disciplinary experience, or Bachelor's degree with 14 years of experience, in pharma or biotech research and development In depth knowledge of Immuno-OncologyPrior hands on discovery and early development experience and awareness of cross-functional issuesSuperior cross-functional and cross-company collaboration skillsHighly effective influencing skills and the ability to operate across multiple geographiesStrong track record of delivering results through effective team and peer leadershipProven experience as a successful, decisive leader in a strategic multi-functional environmentProven ability to collaborate and work effectively with alliances and partnersAbility to manage complex projects with ambitious milestones in high pressure circumstancesAbility to influence members of the team without direct managerial authority Has the skills to facilitate group process and manage issues of diverse teamsAble to deal with ambiguity and act without complete informationCan facilitate a sense of diversity, interdependence and accountability among team membersAbility to effectively manage conflicts and negotiations while providing impact and influenceCelgene is committed to equal opportunity in the terms and conditions of employment for all employees and job applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity or gender expression, national origin, disability or veteran status.Celgene complies with all applicable national, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment as well as employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration and Nationality Act. All applicants must have authorization to work for Celgene in the U.S.#LI-POST

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