About Panther Panther is unlocking the power of the skin, the body's largest, most responsive, and universally accessible immune organ, to deliver better health for all. Panther's proprietary dissolvable microneedle array patch (MAP) technology delivers minute doses of thermostabilized treatments to precise locations below the skin's surface. There, the skin's rich immune network activates systemic responses with improved efficacy and fewer side effects than current treatments. Panther's solid-state treatments eliminate cold chain and sharps cost and complexity and its user-centric engineering enables direct patient and clinician interactions.
Panther Life Sciences Corporation is applying the skin's unique immune properties and advanced engineering to deliver shelf-stable, patient-centric, data-centric treatments to any/all consumers globally. Akin to Netflix in the media/content sector, Panther is partnering with and making its platform available to Pharma, Biotech, Cosmetics, and other firms to deliver a comprehensive pipeline of treatments in Panther's microarray patch (MAP) application format.
Job Summary: As Chief Scientific Officer for Panther Life Sciences, you will play a critical role in shaping the company's research and development efforts, with a strong focus on immunology. You will be responsible for leading and overseeing collaborations with academic institutions, pharmaceuticals, and industry partners across Panther's biology and engineering platforms. The ideal candidate will drive Panther's therapeutic research efforts, focusing on cutting-edge developments in areas such as inflammation, cancer, and vaccines. This position requires a balance of strategic vision, leadership, and deep scientific expertise, especially in drug development and clinical studies.
The CSO will work closely with the head of business development to build partnerships and collaborations that support Panther's strategic goals. You will lead the internal R&D team, focusing on translational research, preclinical proof-of-concept studies, and the advancement of Panther's therapeutic pipeline.
Responsibilities: Research Leadership & Strategy: Develop, design, and execute a robust research strategy focused on Panther's microneedle patch technology, leading efforts in immunology and systemic response therapies.
Drive R&D efforts, particularly around drug formulation and delivery, ensuring that Panther remains at the forefront of skin-mediated drug development.
Team Leadership: Build and manage a high-performing team of scientists and researchers, ensuring alignment with Panther's goals and timelines.
Lead internal R&D efforts, providing mentorship and guidance to a cross-functional team, including pharmacologists, immunologists, and formulation scientists.
Work with regulatory teams to ensure that Panther's products are compliant with the relevant medical and pharmaceutical standards.
Commercialization & Strategic Planning: Conduct thorough market research to identify target markets, competitive landscape, and regulatory requirements.
Work on the commercial strategy for Panther's microneedle array products, with a focus on ensuring a smooth transition from R&D to market.
Oversee the commercialization budget and ensure efficient resource allocation.
Develop strategies for obtaining non-dilutive funding, aligning with Panther's long-term business objectives to help offset development costs.
Partnership Development: Collaborate closely with business development on strategic partnerships with pharmaceutical companies, leveraging Panther's microneedle patch technology for broader clinical and commercial applications.
Engage key opinion leaders (KOLs) in the field to inform Panther's R&D strategy and stay abreast of emerging trends in immunology and therapeutics.
Product & Therapeutic Development: Lead efforts to develop Panther's therapeutic portfolio, particularly focusing on diseases with immune-mediated responses such as inflammation, cancer, and vaccine-related therapies.
Drive research into skin-based drug delivery mechanisms, improving efficacy while reducing side effects and costs.
Translational Development: Oversee the translation of laboratory research into clinical applications, with a strong focus on immunological pathways, therapeutic delivery, and vaccine development.
Manage preclinical research and proof-of-concept studies to ensure successful progression into clinical trials.
Qualifications: PhD in Immunology, Chemistry, Biology, Biochemistry, or a related field. A strong background in immunology is essential, ideally combined with experience in inflammation, cancer, or vaccine development.
Proven track record in drug development and successfully launching therapeutic products in a pharma or biotech environment.
Experience leading R&D teams in a fast-paced, discovery-driven biotech company or large pharma.
Deep understanding of the regulatory landscape for medical devices, biologics, and combination products.
Previous experience working closely with business development teams on partnerships and collaborations.
Strong leadership skills with a proven ability to manage high-performing teams, align R&D efforts with strategic goals, and drive scientific discovery into commercial success.
Strong network of experts in fields such as immunology, pharmacology, and vaccine development.
Passionate about the potential of skin-mediated drug delivery to revolutionize treatments and reduce costs.
Excellent communication skills, able to convey complex scientific concepts clearly and concisely.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment while managing multiple projects simultaneously.
Benefits Health Insurance includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance
Significant Equity in Panther Life Sciences
Some roles allow for remote work and some roles require working in a lab/office 90% of the time but will have the flexibility occasionally to work from home. Our primary office location is NYC.
In-person company meetups
Some travel may be required
Virtual and In-person events
Working with a world-class team in technology and healthcare on the most innovative solutions
Unlimited PTO and Holidays
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