VP of Antibody Development

[Employer hidden — view at passion-project.co.uk]

Engineering the future of antibody drug development to change the course of people’s lives!

Do you want to be part of an ambitious techbio start-up successfully tackling an issue nobody thought possible?

[Employer hidden] is seeking a VP of Antibody Development to lead the progression of [Employer hidden]’s internal and partnered programmes from discovery into in vivo validation and beyond.

This role will ensure that our antibody programmes are translated into robust, well-designed in vivo studies and ultimately into high-quality, partner-ready assets. For the right candidate, this role has a clear path to Chief Scientific Officer, expanding into broader scientific strategy and team leadership.

Join us to grow and evolve with a company transforming drug discovery!

Culture and Values

People first

We work to make things better for everyone: both on a societal level and a personal level. We will thrive, as a team, as a company and as a society by combining smartness with thoughtfulness across everything we do.

Rigour & agility

We move fast and innovate in our thinking, yet combine this agility with utter rigour and robustness. We are dedicated to delivering rock-solid solutions.

Interdisciplinarity

Our interdisciplinary approach goes deeper than our science. We believe that the best ideas and the most interesting conversations often come from synthesising diverse expertise and experiences.

Dignity & nurture

We fundamentally believe in the value of each individual and the worth of their contribution regardless of the outcome. We believe that we all thrive best in a nurturing environment, and everything in our power is committed to building this supportive culture.

Go where there's a need

We have the potential to transform lives. We will not let ourselves be sidetracked in this calling. We will not fail those whose future we can save.

Role

This role will ensure that our antibody programmes are translated into robust, well-designed in vivo studies and ultimately into high-quality, partner-ready assets.

• Own progression of internal and partnered programmes from hit to in vivo validation; define and prioritise pipeline strategy; ensure data-driven decision making.
• Design and oversee in vivo studies; work closely with CROs; translate in vitro findings into in vivo hypotheses.
• Guide optimisation and ensure candidates are suitable for downstream development and partnering.
• Oversee CROs; manage timelines, budgets, and quality; interface with partners.
• Contribute to overall strategy; support hiring; evolve into CSO role.
• Act as a primary external face of [Employer hidden]’s science; communicate with partners and investors; build and leverage a strong network; represent the company externally.
• Budgeting and cost consciousness
• 12–20+ years in antibody therapeutics/biologics R&D
• PhD in a related subject area
• Proven track record advancing programmes
• Experience managing CROs
• Comfortable in a fast-paced environment

Benefits

• Competitive base salary - DOE
• Stock Options
• 25 days + public holidays
• 3 Summer Fridays
• Private medical insurance
• Flexible working hours
• Leadership Training and Coaching
• Modern office and lab space in the middle of Cardiff
• Allowances for equipment both for home and office
• Discounted Gym and Pool membership
• Referral Bonus

No recruiters, please.