Head of Oncology
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Description
Head of Oncology
Responsibilities:
- Strategic development of oncology applications within the organization
- Advancement of core technology related to ex-vivo compound screening (both scientific and business aspects)
- Establishment and growth of multi-omics in oncology as a viable business model
- Establishing and fostering collaborations with leading clinical and research institutions
- Oversight of budget management, including profit and loss accountability
- Planning and executing HR and investment strategies within the scope of the approved budget
- Planning, regular evaluation, and implementation of long-term business strategies aligned with the organization's goals (scientific focus on developing products and services for patient care and treatment)
- Entrepreneurial leadership by guiding projects toward achieving scientific objectives and adhering to financial budgets
- Coordinating corrective actions with project leads in response to significant deviations from the agreed-upon project plan
- Initiating and overseeing dissemination activities in collaboration with customers
- Promoting and managing internal collaborations (meetings, strategic discussions)
- Serving as the primary contact for all staff working on relevant projects
- Facilitating, supporting, and mediating communication between executive leadership (CEOs, Management Board) and all employees
- Independently planning and executing all tasks mentioned above in consultation with the CEOs
Requirements:
- Experience in industry roles or significant collaboration with industrial partners
- PhD (or equivalent) in basic natural sciences or MD
- Strong scientific track record, including:
- Publication of original research in high-impact journals
- Proven success in securing third-party funding
- Proven experience in establishing and managing research groups or teams
- Clinical experience is a plus
Personal Attributes:
- Strong leadership, guidance, and delegation skills
- Proven experience in leading teams
- Expertise in executing formally structured projects, including managing financial aspects
Interpersonal Skills:
- Fluent communication in both German and English
- Strong empathy and interpersonal skills
- High sense of responsibility