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29.07
2024

Biomarkers Lead

HAYA Therapeutics is a precision medicines company developing RNA-guided programmable therapeutics targeting the regulatory genome for serious health conditions including cardiovascular disease and cancer. The company is using its innovative cell-state modifying platform to gain novel insights into the biology of long non-coding RNAs (lncRNAs), - the ‘dark genomes’ information processing features and ‘source code’.

Position

As the Biomarker Lead, you will play a crucial role in developing and implementing biomarker strategies across HAYA's pipeline, with a focus on our RNA-targeted therapeutics. Working with cross-functional teams, you will identify, validate, and implement biomarkers that support our drug development programs from preclinical development through clinical trials and validation.




Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute biomarker strategies in line with HAYA's therapeutic development focus on long non-coding RNAs & the regulatory genome.

  • Identify, develop, and validate biomarkers for target engagement, pharmacodynamics, and patient selection. Provide leadership as necessary to promptly implement these new technologies in clinical practice.

  • Design and oversee biomarker-related studies in preclinical models and clinical trials. Collaborate with internal teams (R&D, Clinical Development, Regulatory Affairs) and external partners incorporating biomarker data into drug development decision-making.

  • Keep updated on the latest technological advances in biomarkers and the relevant regulatory legislation for RNA therapeutics and fibrotic diseases.

  • Manage biomarker data analysis and interpretation, presenting findings to internal and external stakeholders.

  • Prepare regulatory submissions and participate in biomarker strategy interactions.

  • Lead the strategy for identifying and developing genetics and genomics-based biomarkers leveraging HAYA’s data science and functional genomics platform capabilities.


Qualifications

  • PhD/MD with experience in molecular biology, biochemistry, or a similar field, and over 5 years of experience in the industry developing and translating biomarkers to clinic. The incumbent should preferably have experience in RNA therapeutic development and/or fibrotic disease-related applications, but the ability to work across other different therapeutic areas will also be considered

  • Proficient in RNA biology, gene regulation, and fibrosis mechanisms

  • Expertise in multiple modalities of biomarkers: e.g., circulating fluid biomarkers (RNAs, proteins, and metabolites), imaging biomarkers, and digital biomarkers, as well as the analytical skills required for their application

  • Have previously worked on biomarker design and use in clinical trials, and be familiar with regulatory requirements

  • Outstanding project management and communications skills

  • Effective in a high-intensity, dynamic, and collaborative team environment


Please send your CV and Cover Letter to jobs@hayatx.com. Please specify the position you are applying for and use the “BL-PM” identifier in your cover letter and email subject line.