Associate Director, Clinical Biomarker & Translational Medicine for Oncology (Solid Tumor Portfolio, GI franchise)

BeOne continues to grow at a rapid pace with challenging and exciting opportunities for experienced professionals. When considering candidates, we look for scientific and business professionals who are highly motivated, collaborative, and most importantly, share our passionate interest in fighting cancer.

We are seeking an Associate Director of Clinical Biomarker & Translational Medicine for Oncology (Solid Tumor Portfolio, GI franchise) to provide strategic, scientific, and operational leadership across our clinical biomarker initiatives for solid tumor oncology programs. This role is pivotal in driving the development and execution of innovative biomarker strategies that accelerate our clinical trials and pipeline advancement.

Essential Functions of the Job:

• Lead global clinical biomarker strategy for solid tumor oncology, in partnership with cross-functional teams, ensuring effective design and implementation of biomarker and companion diagnostic initiatives throughout the drug development continuum.

• Oversee biomarker assay development and validation, including scientific input on assay design, proficiency testing, and analytical/clinical validation, ensuring readiness for regulatory and clinical decision points.

• Direct the comprehensive analysis and interpretation of biomarker data to inform go/no-go decisions and trial advancement.

• Effectively communicate with internal and external stakeholders, translating biomarker data into tangible insights and strategy recommendations.

• Serve as scientific leader and subject matter expert, actively contributing to scientific discussions, program strategy, and the advancement of clinical stage projects.

• Drive and manage external partnerships with academic institutions, CROs, and industry partners to enhance biomarker discovery and development efforts.

• Contribute to regulatory submissions related to biomarker strategies and companion diagnostics.

• Champion biomarker-related publications, driving thought leadership and innovation in oncology drug development.

Supervisory Responsibilities:  

• Not required

Requirements:   

• PhD or MD/PhD in a relevant scientific discipline, with 4+ years’ experience in pharmaceutical or biotechnology settings, focusing on biomarker science in oncology.

• Deep expertise in biomarker discovery, clinical assay development, and validation (including proficiency in designing and analyzing biomarker-driven clinical trials). Strong experience in all aspects of pe-clinical oncology research.

• Demonstrated leadership in translational medicine, with a track record of successful biomarker strategies leading to regulatory submissions, approvals, or high-impact publications.

• Experience managing cross-functional and cross-institutional teams.

• Excellent communication, reporting, and presentation skills.

• Proven ability to thrive in dynamic, fast-paced environments and to mentor junior scientists and project teams.

• Strong publication record and/or regulatory contributions in oncology clinical development.

• Mandarin language proficiency is preferred but not required.

Education Required:

• PhD or MD/PhD in a relevant scientific discipline

Travel: 

• Not required

BeOne Global Competencies

When we exhibit our values of Patients First, Collaborative Spirit, Bold Ingenuity and Driving Excellence, through our twelve global competencies below, we help get more affordable medicines to more patients around the world.

• Fosters Teamwork

• Provides and Solicits Honest and Actionable Feedback

• Self-Awareness

• Acts Inclusively

• Demonstrates Initiative

• Entrepreneurial Mindset

• Continuous Learning

• Embraces Change

• Results-Oriented

• Analytical Thinking/Data Analysis

• Financial Excellence

• Communicates with Clarity

Global Competencies

When we exhibit our values of Patients First, Driving Excellence, Bold Ingenuity and Collaborative Spirit, through our twelve global competencies below, we help get more affordable medicines to more patients around the world.

• Fosters Teamwork
• Provides and Solicits Honest and Actionable Feedback
• Self-Awareness
• Acts Inclusively
• Demonstrates Initiative
• Entrepreneurial Mindset
• Continuous Learning
• Embraces Change
• Results-Oriented
• Analytical Thinking/Data Analysis
• Financial Excellence
• Communicates with Clarity

Salary Range: $147,100.00 - $197,100.00 annually

BeOne is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. Actual compensation packages are determined by several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to job-related skills, depth of experience, certifications, relevant education or training, and specific work location. Packages may vary by location due to differences in the cost of labor. The recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for a preferred location during the hiring process.  Please note that the listed range reflects the base salary or hourly range only. Non-Commercial roles are eligible to participate in the annual bonus plan, and Commercial roles are eligible to participate in an incentive compensation plan. All Company employees have the opportunity to own shares of BeOne Medicines Ltd. stock because all employees are eligible for discretionary equity awards and to voluntarily participate in the Employee Stock Purchase Plan. The Company has a comprehensive benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), FSA/HSA, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, and Wellness.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. BeOne does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974, Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, and any other applicable federal, state or local laws, applicants who require reasonable accommodation in the job application process may contact accommodationsus@beonemed.com.