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Vice President, Clinical Development

Beam Therapeutics · Cambridge, MA · On-site

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About Beam Therapeutics

Backed by GV.

About the role

Beam Therapeutics is a biotechnology company committed to establishing the leading, fully integrated platform for precision genetic medicines. To achieve this vision, Beam has assembled a platform with integrated gene editing, delivery and internal manufacturing capabilities.

What they're looking for

  • MD, DO or equivalent ex-US medical degree with 15+ years’ experience, 10+ years clinical development experience in industry is a must. Final level and scope of role will be commensurate with experience
  • Clinical or drug development experience in metabolic diseases and/or rare disease is desirable
  • Must have previous patient care experience
  • Demonstrated ability to successfully execute clinical development projects across all phases of drug discovery
  • Proven track record of successful interactions with regulatory authorities
  • Demonstrated ability to lead and influence experienced professionals
More about this role

Beam Therapeutics is a biotechnology company committed to establishing the leading, fully integrated platform for precision genetic medicines. To achieve this vision, Beam has assembled a platform with integrated gene editing, delivery and internal manufacturing capabilities. Beam’s suite of gene editing technologies is anchored by base editing, a proprietary technology that is designed to enable precise, predictable and efficient single base changes, at targeted genomic sequences, without making double-stranded breaks in the DNA. This has the potential to enable a wide range of therapeutic editing strategies that Beam is using to advance a diversified portfolio of base editing programs. Beam is a values-driven organization committed to its people, cutting-edge science, and a vision of providing life-long cures to patients suffering from serious diseases.

The VP, Clinical Development will serve as the medical lead for base editing gene therapies in our metabolic franchise and represent Beam both internally and externally. The position will report to the EVP, Head of Clinical Development. The candidate will develop the vision, mission, outline the strategies, establish the...

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