Senior Director, Immunology Translational Medicine

CSL Behring seeks a Senior Director, Immunology and Translation in Scientific Research & Development to lead a portfolio of innovative immunology programs from discovery through early clinical translation. Reporting into R&D leadership, this role defines scientific strategy, guides target selection and biomarker plans, and ensures robust translational packages for rare and serious immune-mediated diseases. The Senior Director will build and mentor high-performing teams, foster cross-functional collaboration, and integrate cutting-edge immunology, bioanalytics, and translational medicine to advance lifesaving therapies in a patient-focused, science-driven culture. Define and lead immunology and translational strategy for key R&D programs from target validation through early clinical development. Oversee design and execution of preclinical and translational studies, including mechanism-of-action, PK/PD, and biomarker strategies. Partner with clinical development, regulatory, and commercial teams to shape development plans and decision points. Manage and mentor multidisciplinary scientific teams, fostering a high-performance, collaborative culture. Evaluate and integrate emerging science, platforms, and external partnerships in immunology and translational medicine. Ensure scientific quality, data integrity, and compliance with relevant regulatory and ethical standards. Communicate program status, risk, and scientific rationale to senior leadership and governance bodies. Contribute to portfolio prioritization, resource allocation, and long-range R&D strategy for immunology. Represent CSL Behring in external collaborations, consortia, and at key scientific meetings. Drive a patient-focused mindset, aligning translational plans with unmet medical needs in rare and serious diseases. Immunology and immune-mediated disease biology Translational medicine and biomarker strategy Preclinical study design and interpretation PK/PD and quantitative pharmacology fundamentals Clinical development interfaces and trial endpoint strategy Regulatory expectations for translational packages (e.g., FDA/EMA) Leadership and people management in scientific organizations Cross-functional portfolio and project management Data analysis and interpretation (omics, flow cytometry, bioanalytics) Strategic planning and scientific communication to executives Medical Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Life Insurance 401k Ph.D. in Immunology, Immunology-related Biomedical Science, or M.D./Ph.D. with strong immunology focus Demonstrated track record of leading translational immunology programs into or through early clinical development Strong publication and/or patent record in immunology or related translational research Experience interacting with regulatory agencies on translational or early development packages Leadership experience managing senior scientists and cross-functional program teams