CHIEF SCIENTIFIC OFFICER

Full Time On-Site/Hybrid Medical Affairs CSO Chief Scientific Officer Apply for this Job About the Role

Cancer doesn’t care how it disrupts the course of lives. We do. Since our founding, we have pursued one goal: develop targeted cancer therapies to improve outcomes for cancer patients. This singular focus has positioned us as a leader in the expanding field of antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs) for the treatment of cancer. At ImmunoGen, each of us is driven by a shared conviction that by advancing precise, targeted cancer therapies, we have the power to offer more good days to patients and their families ― now. It is why we come to work each and every day, and it is what will continue to motivate and energize us in the years to come.

Reporting to the Executive Vice President, and Head, Research, Development and Medical Affairs (RDMA), ImmunoGen is currently looking for a Chief Scientific Officer. This individual will lead the vision, strategic development and day-to-day operations of ImmunoGen’s research, late preclinical and early clinical development organization. As a key member, the new CSO will work with the RDMA leadership team to ensure that investments and portfolio decisions surrounding science and technology align with the company’s long-term vision and strategic plan.

Responsibilities

• Establishing the Company’s strategic Research roadmap and providing exemplary scientific input into the Company’s research and development initiatives and programs in order to support the overall corporate strategy set by the CEO and the Board of Directors.
• Lead and mentor our scientists to facilitate their best efforts to successfully advance our research programs and promote individual professional development.
• Advocating for investment in emerging scientific/platform/asset opportunities aligned with the Research strategy with the RDMA leadership team and driving iteration of that strategy based on research insights, both within and outside of Immunogen.
• Provide regular presentations in various company forums including company, Board of Directors meetings and external business and scientific discussions.
• Establishing and maintaining the highest quality and scientific rigor reflected in the scientific foundations of the Company’s drug discovery, translational, and early development processes and work product (including adherence to GLP where appropriate).
• Managing research and early development efforts such that budgetary, technical, and human resources are allocated properly for the achievement of business objectives.
• Recruiting, leading, managing, developing, and retaining outstanding scientific talent.
• Representing the Company at relevant scientific gatherings, symposia, and conferences, and in other venues such as those related to business development opportunities, policy, trade, or platform forums, thereby building its relationships and reputation with other global scientific leaders, key opinion leaders and other important influencers.
• Directing the discovery and early development research programs through:
• Providing exemplary overall scientific leadership in identifying and evaluating drug discovery opportunities and drug candidates, advancing them into IND-enabling studies and ultimately proof of concept early clinical development.
• Advancing the Company’s scientific leadership in ADCs in particular and oncology generally.
• Seeking and initiating partnerships with academic investigators/institutions and biopharmaceutical company partners, and others as appropriate.
• Directing research that develops and builds upon and expands the Company’s intellectual property.
• Supporting the clinical development of the Company’s new product pipeline by evaluating and identifying complementary technologies, translational science, and companion diagnostic development with the intention of accelerating pipeline advancement and new product commercialization.

Life at ImmunoGen

At ImmunoGen, we are looking for forward-thinking talent with diverse experiences and a track record of success, leadership skills, a demonstrated ability to take initiative, and a passion for improving the lives of those living with cancer. To succeed here is to care ― care about what we do, why we do it, and each other. We are working hard to bring hope to our patients and their families, which inspires our teams to aim high and honor our commitment to continuous improvement.

At ImmunoGen, collaboration is not a construct. It is at the core of everything we do and shows up in how we work every day. Here, your ideas and experience matter. We value driven individuals who thrive in a fast-paced environment; who can think about our future and see the promise before us; who anticipate risks and opportunities; who are willing to learn and adapt to change; who are inclusive and eager.

Together, we rise to the challenge before us, advancing our programs on the strength of our deep scientific and commercial expertise and energized by the opportunity to change long-standing treatment paradigms. We pride ourselves on the work that we do, and know that it is a privilege to work in the oncology space and to dedicate our days to helping patients.

Our Unique Opportunity

It’s an exciting time for our organization. The US FDA recently granted accelerated approval for ELAHERE™ (mirvetuximab soravtansine-gynx) for the treatment of folate receptor alpha (FRα)-positive, platinum-resistant ovarian cancer, marking our transition into a fully-integrated oncology company. This is just the beginning, as we embark on an exciting new chapter as a leader in the development and commercialization of innovative oncology products.

Joining ImmunoGen now will give you the unique opportunity to create a lasting impact ― to make your mark on the work that we are doing by leveraging your experience to shape our first commercial launch and the go-forward organization.

Qualifications

• The ideal candidate will have an outstanding track record of success in discovering, developing, and/or identifying biopharmaceutical drugs in the field of oncology which address unmet medical needs and which reach the marketplace.
• A PhD in Biochemistry, Biology, Chemistry, or a closely related/relevant field.
• A highly recognized and respected global scientific leader with executive presence and 15+ years of post-doctoral and industry experience focused in biologics and Oncology.
• Proven track record of success in creating and articulating a scientific vision and then successfully designing and leading an organization to achieve it.
• The interpersonal maturity to achieve results through leading a matrixed, collaborative team of other highly credentialed, senior scientific executive leaders.
• Demonstrated capacity to mentor and develop next-generation leadership talent.
• Possessing a high degree of familiarity with the validation of drug targets and the exploratory biopharmaceutical drug discovery and development processes.
• Experience in entering into and managing collaborative relationships and strategic alliances with pharmaceutical companies, academic institutions, and other relevant partners.
• High awareness of current, overarching scientific trends that are driving innovative drug discovery pathways and novel approaches to Oncology drug discovery and development.
• Consistent publication record in international, peer-reviewed journals across therapeutic areas, with particular prominence in Oncology. Deep relationships and networking skills with experts in academia & industry, including a solid record of maintaining and developing these relationships with key opinion leaders and investigators in various areas of Oncology.
• Skilled in multi-tasking and simultaneously driving multiple programs and portfolios in various stages of drug discovery.
• Excellent conceptual thinking, imagination, innovative skills and the ability to integrate and synthesize information and data from diverse fields of research and drug development.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.
• Creative – able to identify and pursue new opportunities.
• Strong oral and written communications skills as well as public presentation experience and skills which convey a high intellect, seniority and stature.
• Overall business judgment and understanding which includes experience in protecting intellectual property, conducting due diligence, and participating in business development and technology/product licensing processes.
• Fiscal responsibility, including the ability to achieve commercial return from research and development investments.
• Lead and mentor our scientists to facilitate their best efforts to successfully advance our research programs and promote individual professional development.
• Provide regular presentations in various company forums including company, Board of Directors meetings and external business and scientific discussions.

Our Benefits

We believe in the potential of our people and foster a supportive environment that develops our folks, rewards performance, and incentivizes long-term success. From excellent benefits and competitive compensation to ownership in the company, we want to inspire our employees.

Our benefits include, but are not limited to:

• Competitive salary and bonus plans
• Top-tier health, vision, dental, and life insurance
• Generous paid holidays, time off, and parental leave
• Comprehensive package of benefits plans
• 401K Retirement Savings plan offering a company matching contribution
• New hire and annual restricted stock unit and stock option awards for all employees
• Tuition reimbursement
• 3:2 office workday for flexible working arrangements
• Stipends for learning opportunities

About ImmunoGen

ImmunoGen is developing the next generation of antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs) to improve outcomes for cancer patients. By generating targeted therapies with enhanced anti-tumor activity and favorable tolerability profiles, we aim to disrupt the progression of cancer and offer our patients more good days. We call this our commitment to TARGET A BETTER NOW™. Learn more about who we are, what we do, and how we do it at www.immunogen.com.

At ImmunoGen, targeting a better life for people with cancer is what we do, and we believe that a diverse and inclusive team is essential to achieving this. We strive to create a workplace that reflects the communities we serve and where everyone feels empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work. There is work to be done and with the help of our entire team — our employees, customers, partners, and community — we can deliver more good days to those who need them most.

ImmunoGen is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, protected veteran status, religion, physical or mental disability, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.