Biomarker Project Lead, Cardiovascular and Renal Diseases

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Biomarker Project Lead, Cardiovascular and Renal Diseases 

The Biomarker Project Lead will set the vision and strategic direction for assigned programs, responsible for state-of-the-art precision medicine, including proof of mechanism, patients’ selection or differentiation. This role demands a comprehensive understanding of translational science and biomarker strategy, enabling informed decision-making and accelerating clinical development.

YOUR TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The primary responsibilities of this role, Biomarker Project Lead Cardiovascular and Renal Diseases are to: 

• Develop and direct integrated translational sciences strategies for Cardiovascular & Renal programs, ensuring high-quality and timely deliverables that drive sustained value creation for patients and the business;
• Lead biomarker discovery, development and deployment activities, collaborating with preclinical and clinical project teams to implement precision medicine approaches;
• Design and coordinate all aspects of biomarker delivery, including molecular and digital biomarkers and companion diagnostics;
• Guide preclinical asset development, enabling informed clinical development and go/no-go decision-making based on clinically relevant translational science criteria;
• Contribute to and review key study documents, ensuring comprehensive knowledge of the scientific, development, and regulatory landscape. Ensure compliance of biomarker activities with regulatory requirements and drive biomarker qualification processes;
• Maintain effective internal and external networks, representing the organization in discussions with health authorities, ethics committees, and key opinion leaders;
• Act as a key consultant to other functions, organizing cross-functional resources for biomarker activities;
• Evaluate, interpret, and present results from biomarker analyses to support decision-making.

WHO YOU ARE

Bayer seeks an incumbent who possesses the following:

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• University degree (MD, PharmD, PhD) in Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Genetics, or a related field;  
• Demonstrated leadership in drug development, particularly in CVR indications;
• Strong scientific laboratory skills with a profound knowledge of experimental systems and technologies for molecular biomarker identification;
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills;
• Ability to prioritize effectively, seize strategic opportunities, and adhere to high standards;
• Strong team player, assertive yet open to the views of others;
• Mentor and coach team members, promoting a culture of creativity, innovation, and continuous learning.

 PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• 10+ years of industry experience with a proven track record in biomarkers and precision medicine;

This posting will be available for application until at least 5-23-2025. 

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