Head/Scientific Director of ADC Discovery(J23581)

Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced Head/Scientific Director of ADC Discovery to lead our ADC technology platform team in a leading CRO. This role focuses on building, optimizing and expanding our ADC discovery platform, delivering high-quality customizable services to global clients, and acting as the key technical liaison between the team and clients. As a core R&D leadership member, you will drive platform innovation, ensure service alignment with client needs, and strengthen our competitive edge in the ADC CRO market. Deep ADC expertise, platform development experience, excellent client communication and CRO team leadership track record are required.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the ADC platform team to build a client-focused, high-performing culture, drive technical excellence and ensure efficient service delivery.
• Develop, optimize and expand the ADC discovery platform (antibody engineering, linker-payload design, conjugation, efficacy evaluation, analytical methods) to enhance service capabilities and competitiveness.
• Serve as the primary technical liaison for key clients: understand needs, provide professional consulting, develop customized solutions and maintain long-term relationships.
• Oversee client project execution, ensuring on-time, on-budget delivery that meets client requirements and quality standards; proactively address technical inquiries and resolve issues.
• Stay updated on ADC technology and CRO industry trends, integrate cutting-edge methods to innovate and expand service offerings.
• Collaborate cross-functionally (project management, QA, business development) to align platform capabilities with client needs and support business growth.
• Manage platform budgets and resources, balancing innovation, cost-effectiveness and service efficiency.
• Mentor team members to enhance their technical and client service skills, building a strong, sustainable ADC platform team.

Education

• Ph.D. in Chemical Biology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Immunology, Pharmacology or related field. Master’s with extensive CRO experience considered in exceptional cases.

Professional Experience

• Minimum 10 years of ADC discovery/platform development experience, with at least 5 years leading technical teams in a CRO environment.
• Proven track record of leading ADC platform development and delivering high-quality client services.
• Deep ADC expertise (antibody engineering, linker-payload, conjugation, PK/PD, efficacy evaluation) with focus on platform standardization and customization for clients.
• Strong client-facing experience: ability to communicate technical information, understand needs and manage client relationships effectively.
• Familiarity with CRO business models, client service standards and cross-functional project management.

Core Competencies

• Strong leadership to drive team performance, client focus and balance innovation with service efficiency.
• Strategic thinking to align platform development with CRO business goals and market opportunities.
• Excellent client communication and relationship-building skills.
• Strong cross-functional collaboration and results-oriented mindset.
• Adaptability to thrive in a fast-paced, client-driven CRO environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with novel ADC technologies (site-specific conjugation, bispecific ADCs) and integrating them into CRO platforms.
• Publications/patents related to ADC technology or platform development.
• Experience with global clients and GLP/CRO quality standards.
• Experience supporting business development (client pitches, proposals).