Sr Director of Peptide Therapeutics

About Us:

Our mission is to make long-term care for chronic conditions accessible and affordable for everyone, regardless of their budget. We help our customers save significantly compared to traditional healthcare systems.

Enjoy a casual culture, remote-first workplace, and generous PTO/benefits!

Position Overview:

We are seeking an experienced Senior Director of Therapeutics to join our dynamic telehealth start-up. You will play a crucial role in leading and executing early-stage drug discovery and therapeutics development initiatives. Your expertise in drug discovery, especially in peptides, will help us develop affordable next-generation GLP-1 drugs for all Americans.

This is a unique opportunity to impact millions of Americans who need access to affordable medications.

Who You Are:

• You will build a team of scientists to develop new peptide-based therapeutics in categories like GLP-1, GIP, PYY, Amylin, and Glucagon agonists.

• You will lead internal peptide therapeutics development projects from drug discovery to Phase-2 clinical trials.

• You will collaborate with internal and external partners in drug discovery, technology, and biotechnology finance.

• You will represent our company in research publications and conferences.

Managerial Responsibilities:

• Build: Develop the Department of Peptide Therapeutics in collaboration with our People & Talent Team, and establish the facility.

• Grow: Oversee early-stage drug discovery projects and review potential licensing & acquisition options.

• Lead: Guide your team in developing novel peptide therapeutics.

• Oversee your department budget and resource needs in collaboration with our FP&A team.

• Manage relationships with external partners in drug discovery & development, CDMOs, and CROs.

• Contribute to making next-generation peptide therapeutics affordable and accessible.

Qualifications:

• Leading expert in peptide drug discovery and development with a strong record of prior discoveries and/or peer-reviewed publications.

• PhD, MD, DO, DVM, or equivalent in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Medicinal Chemistry, or related field.

• 7+ years of experience in drug discovery and development, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.

• Hands-on approach, capable of doing lab work alongside your team.

• High emotional intelligence and collaboration skills, able to explain complex concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

• Experience in building a team and facility from the ground up.

• Documented evidence as an expert in peptide therapeutics development.

Company Offers:

• Platinum PPO Healthcare + Vision & Dental (covers 99% for employees and 50% for qualified dependents).

• 401k with matching contributions from day one.

• Unlimited PTO.

• Remote work with potential onsite/hybrid expectations when a facility is established.

• Impactful, rewarding work as part of a fast-growing brand helping thousands of people every day.