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Vice President of Immunology Research

Confidential · Daly City, CA

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FULL-TIME Posted Nov 5, 2026

Job Description

Vice President of Immunology Research

About the Company

Respected biotechnology (BioTech) company developing innovative treatments

Industry
Biotechnology

Type
Privately Held, Private Equity-backed

Founded
1976

Employees
10,001+

Categories
• Biotechnology
• Biopharmaceuticals
• Biotechnology and Pharmaceuticals
• Pharmaceuticals
• Life Science
• Manufacturing

Specialties
• oncology
• immunology
• disorders of tissue growth and repair
• neuroscience and infectious disease
• metabolism
• and ophthalmology

Business Classifications
• B2B
• B2C

About the Role

The Company is seeking a VP of Immunology Research to lead a large team of researchers in the pursuit of groundbreaking discoveries in the field of immunology. The successful candidate will be responsible for shaping and executing the immunology research strategy, fostering an innovative and intellectually rigorous environment, and driving cross-disciplinary research at the interface of immunology and inflammation across various therapeutic areas. This includes a focus on neuroimmune strategies in neuroscience, leveraging immune mechanisms in oncology, and discovering novel therapies targeting the immune system in cardiovascular, renal, and metabolic diseases. The role also involves partnering with corporate business development, translational medicine, and the center of excellence in computational sciences to advance the discovery and development of novel therapeutics.
Applicants for the VP of Immunology Research position at the company should hold a PhD, MD, MD/PhD, or an equivalent advanced degree, with a proven track record of scientific accomplishments and a minimum of 10 years of experience in the field. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in immunology, be a critical thinker, and possess excellent communication and collaboration skills. Leadership experience, including a record of developing and mentoring scientific leaders, is essential. The role requires a strategic thinker who can partner with the business, act as a subject matter expert, and demonstrate the potential for high levels of critical thinking and emotional intelligence. The VP will be expected to manage budgets, resources, and timelines effectively, and ensure that all research activities comply with regulatory requirements and ethical standards.

Hiring Manager Title
Senior Vice President, Research-Biology

Functions
• Strategy
• Business Development

Additional Details

City
Daly City
State
California
Country
US
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