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Position Summary

The Director of Biopharma Solutions is key in supporting Caris’ biopharma partnerships across their lifecycle and will ensure the longevity of the partnerships. The Director of Biopharma Solutions will liaise across various teams at Caris (bioinformatics, translational and clinical research, product development, etc.) to serve as ambassadors of Caris’ assays and real-world data (RWD) capabilities, product development initiatives, and oncology subject matter expertise.

This role will focus on clinico-genomic data, real-world data, analytics and research collaboration, supporting a variety of partnerships. This role maintains a deep knowledge of databases at Caris for all product offerings and can articulate the value and nuances of Caris data and thus supporting feasibility of its use.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as SME for Caris’ assays and data.

• Inform, design and execute database queries to support feasibility assessments for fit-for-purpose partnership scopes – both for Caris’ core biopharma solutions, and the Strategic Data business unit.

• Support the development and execution on account plans and strategy for engaging accounts across the product lifecycle, including preparing content and supporting meetings for high quality external interactions.

• Lead Caris’ biopharma projects by working closely with cross-functional teams internally or externally, including but not limited to Clinical Research Operations, Cognitive Computing, Medical Affairs, Bioinformatics, Molecular Science Liaison, Molecular Genetics, Pathology, etc.

• Lead, manage and execute biopharma partners RWD research projects assigned by team leadership by serving as the primary data analyst and/or collaborating with a team of data scientists to deliver aggregated insights to support partners’ clinical programs; Apply knowledge of cancer biology, molecular genetics, and clinical oncology to ensure the quality of the projects.

• Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders including biopharma partners and/or Caris leadership to formulate and refine research ideas, project scope and partnership proposals to maximize impact to advancing precision oncology.

• Contribute as a member of the cross-functional and heavily matrixed Strategic Data Business Unit (SDBU) organization.

Required Qualifications

• A minimum of 8 years of relevant professional work or training experience.

• PhD or equivalent advanced biomedical professional degree in biological sciences related to cancer biology, biochemistry, molecular and cellular biology, biostatistics/epidemiology.

• Demonstrate self-starter attitude and ability to work and lead collaboratively.

• Knowledge in cancer biology, deep understanding of molecular genetics, and familiarity with targeted and immune therapies in cancer treatment are required.

• Ability to understand biological/pathological questions and interpret complex data. Previous research experience with evidence of data mining and analysis.

• Capable of performing basic data queries and preparing data presentation slides for various audiences.

• Project management experience related to external partnerships; strong management and communications skills.

• Knowledge of the research and development business processes within biopharma.

• Exceptional interpersonal skills, and entrepreneurial orientation characterized by pragmatism, independence, self-determination, and an agile, flexible behavior style.

• Ability to prepare clear materials such as documents, presentations, and other communication tools for both internal and external facing activities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with molecular genetics data and/or multimodal real-world data (RWD).

• Hands-on experience (data organization, utilization and/or analytics) in clinical oncology data (EMR, oncology clinical trial dataset, and/or cancer registry dataset, etc.) is highly desirable.

• Proficiency in at least one general-purpose programming language for large dataset analytics (Python, R, Java, C/C++) is a plus. Python and/or R is preferred; must show evidence of the ability to perform large dataset and statistical analytics.

Physical Demands

• Will work at a computer most of the time, with some time spent collaborating with subject matter experts and business group leaders either in person or through remote conferencing.

• Visual acuity and analytical skill to distinguish fine detail.

• Must possess ability to sit and/or stand for long periods of time.

Training

• All job specific, safety, and compliance training are assigned based on the job functions associated with this employee.

Other

• This position requires periodic travel (up to 20%) and some evenings, weekends and/or holidays.

• Job may require after-hours response to emergency issues.

Annual Hiring Range

$170,000 - $195,000

Actual compensation offer to candidate may vary from posted hiring range based upon geographic location, work experience, education, and/or skill level. The pay ratio between base pay and target incentive (if applicable) will be finalized at offer.

Description of Benefits

• Highly competitive and inclusive medical, dental and vision coverage options

• Health Savings Account for medical expenses and dependent care expenses

• Flexible Spending Account to pay for certain out-of-pocket expenses

• Paid time off, including: vacation, sick time and holidays

• 401k match and Financial Planning tools

• LTD and STD insurance coverages, as well as voluntary benefit options

• Employee Assistance Program

• Pet Insurance

• Legal Assistance

• Tuition Assistance

Conditions of Employment: Individual must successfully complete pre-employment process, which includes criminal background check, drug screening, credit check ( applicable for certain positions) and reference verification.

This job description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Caris Life Sciences is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.