Director, Discovery Translational Medicine – MD

Job Description:At Wyeth, we have a vision of leading the way to a healthier world. We've committed ourselves to achieving this vision by making quality, integrity and excellence the hallmarks of our business. A Fortune 500 company and global leader in pharmaceuticals, consumer healthcare, and animal healthcare products, we know that our employees are who keep us on the cutting edge of innovative discoveries and superior customer service. To sustain and enhance our leadership position in the pharmaceutical industry, we continue to recruit, develop and motivate individuals whose skills, values, and work ethic will grow and improve our business.Job SummaryThe Director of Discovery Translational Medicine (DTM), Oncology, will conduct translational research in support of Discovery and Clinical Programs. The Director will work with the Head, DTM to form strategies in disease and compound biomarkers in the Oncology area.The incumbent for this position will identify the translational medicine needs of Wyeth programs in the assigned therapeutic area, formulate strategies and plans in support of the needs, and execute research towards identification, validation and application of biomarkers, disease models, and novel technologies. He/She will assess the potential utility of targets and compounds transitioning into Discovery in relation to the proposed disease indications. The incumbent will support TMRC Scotland and other Consortia via joint collaborations to deliver translational research with high impact on Wyeth Oncology programs. He/She will interact with scientists in Discovery, System Biology, Imaging and Biomarker Labs to develop novel biomarker assays and disease models, and participate in Learn Teams to advice on selection of clinical biomarkers and patient groups for early clinical development. The Director will provide resident expert opinion in Oncology and consult and support the Head, DTM in departmental global issues and across departmental engagements. He/She will organize and lead scientific workshops and represent DTM on Wyeth Research Committees. The incumbent will maintain comprehensive and updated knowledge in biomarkers sciences, Translational Medicine, technology, and competitors strategies and positions, as well as solid record of scientific publications and presentations in professional forums. He/She will be responsible for the managing and mentoring of reports and coaching of new employees. Requirements for consideration include: MD or MD/PhD (board certification or eligibility in Oncology highly preferred) At least 10-15 years of research experience obtained in academic or other leading institutions. At least 5+ years of independent research with demonstrated high productivity, as evidenced by leadership in funded grants, first or senior author in peer reviewed publications, training and supervision of staff, and increasing departmental responsibilities. Emerging National/International reputation as leader in specific research area. Translational Research experience and knowledge in advanced technologies (e.g, genomics, proteomics, imaging) highly preferred. Excellent presentation skills are required. References in support of incumbent independent work, innovation, work ethics and productivity from 2 direct mentors/scientific supervisors will be needed.Relocation is available for this position.Wyeth offers competitive compensation and benefits programs, including child-care subsidies, flex-time, business casual attire, educational assistance and professional development programs. For more information and to apply online, please visit us at: www.wyeth.com/careers Wyeth is an Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V. Search Firm Representatives: Please Read Carefully. Wyeth is not seeking assistance or accepting unsolicited resumes from search firms for this employment opportunity. Regardless of past practice, all resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at Wyeth via-email, the Internet or directly to hiring managers at Wyeth in any form without a valid written search agreement in place for that position will be deemed the sole property of Wyeth, and no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Wyeth as a result of the referral or through other means. Note: Any search agreement entered into with Wyeth prior to January 2004 is hereinafter void. Search firms are essential to the recruitment and staffing efforts at Wyeth and we value the partnerships we have built with our preferred vendors. For this reason, Wyeth has established and regularly maintains a preferred vendor list. Please note that even preferred vendors need to have a written search agreement signed by the Vice President, Strategic Staffing at Wyeth in place for the specific position in order for a fee to be paid for any candidate referrals.Job Experience:See above.Expected Travel Time: None       www.wyeth.com/careers Wyeth is an equal opportunity employer that shares the vision of a diverse workplace. Search Firm Representatives: Please Read Carefully. Wyeth is not seeking assistance or accepting unsolicited resumes from search firms for this employment opportunity. Regardless of past practice, all resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at Wyeth via-email, the Internet or directly to hiring managers at Wyeth in any form without a valid written search agreement in place for that position will be deemed the sole property of Wyeth, and no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Wyeth as a result of the referral or through other means. Note: Any search agreement entered into with Wyeth prior to January 2004 is hereinafter void.Search firms are essential to the recruitment and staffing efforts at Wyeth and we value the partnerships we have built with our preferred vendors. For this reason, Wyeth has established and regularly maintains a preferred vendor list. Please note that even preferred vendors need to have a written search agreement signed by the Vice President, Strategic Staffing at Wyeth in place for the specific position in order for a fee to be paid for any candidate referrals.