VP Head of Biologics Innovation Research Institute

Location: Chengdu, China Level: Group Vice President Reports to: Chairman & President Team Size: Approximately 100+ employees Position Overview We are seeking a senior scientific leader to lead the company’s biologics R&D strategy and execution, with a strong focus on tumor immunology and innovative biologics development.

The successful candidate will guide a large multidisciplinary R&D organization across discovery, process development, and preclinical evaluation, with the goal of developing globally competitive, differentiated biologics with strong clinical and commercial potential.

Key Responsibilities

Pipeline Strategy & Portfolio Planning Develop biologics pipeline strategies based on unmet clinical needs, scientific advances, competitive landscapes, and industry trends. Identify and evaluate opportunities for new project initiation across tumor immunology and immune-related diseases. Guide portfolio priorities toward differentiated, globally competitive programs.

Biologics Innovation & Project Development Provide scientific leadership across key technology areas including: Next-generation PD-1 combination therapies T-cell engager (TCE) bispecific and multispecific antibodies Antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs) Other innovative immune-related biologics Guide technical innovation, scientific problem-solving, and project progression from discovery through development.

Evaluate and introduce emerging platform technologies to strengthen the R&D pipeline. Clinical & Translational Strategy Ensure R&D programs remain closely aligned with clinical needs and potential differentiation. Contribute to early clinical development strategies and demonstrate an understanding of clinical trial design.

Strengthen the translation of preclinical findings into clinical development programs. Team Leadership & R&D Organization Lead and oversee biologics R&D teams across: Early Discovery Process Development Preclinical Evaluation Build a collaborative and high-performing R&D organization. Recruit, develop, and retain high-caliber scientific talent.

Establish effective cross-functional processes and organizational capabilities to support continued growth. External Partnerships & Business Development Act as a senior scientific representative in business development evaluations. Provide scientific and clinical assessments of potential licensing and partnership opportunities.

Support evaluation of in-licensing and out-licensing opportunities from a scientific and development perspective.

Requirements

Education

Ph.D. in Immunology, Tumor Biology, or a related life science discipline. Strong immunology background preferred. Professional Experience 10+ years of biologics R&D experience within biotechnology companies or multinational pharmaceutical companies. 5+ years of team management experience at Director level or above. Proven experience advancing biologics programs from target discovery through IND filing, with strong translational research experience.

Extensive experience in tumor immunology, particularly PD-1 and/or TCE mechanisms, and/or ADC development. Experience advancing programs into mid-to-late clinical stages or successfully supporting out-licensing activities is highly preferred. Professional Skills & Mindset Strong scientific insight, analytical thinking, and ability to evaluate complex scientific and competitive information.

Ability to identify differentiated opportunities and translate scientific insights into actionable R&D strategies. Deep understanding of unmet clinical needs and a strong clinical-development mindset. Ability to work backward from clinical and commercial objectives when shaping R&D programs. Strong combination of strategic vision, scientific rigor, and practical execution.

Excellent cross-functional communication, collaboration, and leadership skills. Highly proactive, self-driven, and willing to challenge established approaches.

Benefits

Benefits

& Relocation Support Remote work flexibility Accommodation: Family-suitable apartment provided by the company. Transportation: Company-assigned car provided. Location: Chengdu, China.