CSO/VP of R&D

About the Company

Shennon Bio is a well-funded biotech company redefining drug discovery through a fully integrated platform. By combining ultra-high-throughput microfluidics, computational engineering, and translational immunology, the company enables faster iteration and deeper biological insight to develop safer, more precise therapeutics.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the CEO and advisors to scale and refine the pipeline for external partnerships and in-house programs
• Lead the R&D team to refine the pipeline and drive lead candidates forward
• Establish a strategic roadmap and present data-driven insights to the CEO and the board
• Lead efforts to scale the organization regarding scientific talent and capital equipment
• Establish and maintain relationships with external collaborators, including clinicians, biotech/pharma leadership, and key opinion leaders
• Organize strategic communications tailored to the company's growth strategy
• Promote scientific excellence and foster a culture of innovation and rigor

Requirements

• Ph.D. in a field related to immuno-oncology
• 10+ years of industry experience in designing, managing, and leading R&D programs
• Domain expertise in immuno-oncology and T-cell engagers (TCEs)
• Deep expertise in directing TCE programs into the clinic
• Proven ability in directing pre-clinical assets to successful IND and clinical trials
• Pre-established relationships with pharma companies and partners
• Experience scaling a pre-clinical company to commercial success with capital efficiency
• Strong communication and leadership skills suitable for executive and board-level interaction