Editas Medicine Cambridge , MA 02238
Posted 1 week ago
At Editas, we’re driven by a collective purpose, to bring transformative and life changing therapies to people living with serious diseases with the greatest unmet needs. This fuels our drive to excel in scientific innovation, allowing us to harness the power and potential of CRISPR/Cas9 and CRISPR/Cpf1 (Cas12a) gene editing.
We believe our people are at the core of everything we do, and we’re committed to cultivating a culture where every individual feels valued and included. To do this, we strive to integrate belonging, inclusivity, diversity, and equity into every aspect of our organization.
Together, we are leading the way towards a healthier and more equitable future.
Position Summary
Editas Medicine is seeking a highly motivated and dynamic leader with proven translational research experience to direct the discovery and advancement of in vivo genome editing medicines for the treatment of serious genetic diseases. This individual will serve as a scientific advisor and lead teams of scientists in the design of project strategies and plans based on understanding of intended indications, patient populations, and endpoints, gleaned through cross-functional interactions with clinical, nonclinical, and translational collaborators. The successful candidate must have a proven track record in the discovery and development of drugs targeting diseases of non-CNS/peripheral tissues at least through IND, with more than one modality including biologics, small molecules, nucleic acid-based, or gene therapy products; and possess a solid understanding of FDA/EMA guidelines. This individual will be collaborative, with proven ability to manage and develop individuals and teams to meet goals, with sensitivity to timelines while maintaining high quality performance.
Key Responsibilities:
As the Senior Director, In Vivo Gene Editing Therapeutics, you will be responsible for:
Requirements
Required Qualifications:
The ideal candidate will possess:
Preferred Qualifications:
Additionally, candidates with the following attributes are preferred:
Benefits
Benefits Summary:
Editas provides a comprehensive array of benefits to all employees, including a Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO Medical Plan, a company-funded Health Savings Account, Dental and Vision Insurance, Life and Disability Insurance, Dependent Care Account, Tuition Reimbursement, 401(k) plan with company match, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Employee Assistance Plan, Wellness Programs, and a flexible Paid Time Off policy.
If you are a results-focused and collaborative professional with a passion for advancing transformative therapies, we invite you to apply. Join us at the forefront of genetic innovation and be a key contributor to Editas Medicine's mission of redefining healthcare through cutting-edge genetic technologies.
Fostering Belonging. Fueling Innovation. Transforming Lives.
Editas Medicine