Head of Non-Clinical Development

MOMA Therapeutics is looking for an experienced Head of Non-Clinical Development

Imagine joining a company where you….

• Will be part of an experienced and resilient team that is collectively unstoppable, trusts one another, and selflessly collaborates
• Will work with incredible humans who are committed to the discovery of transformative medicines for patients
• Are needed… because patients are counting on you

About MOMA Therapeutics

At MOMA Therapeutics, we are motivated by a single common goal, to discover and develop innovative new medicines for patients through our singular focus: the therapeutic targeting of molecular machines.

In this role…We are seeking a seasoned hands-on leader to guide our non-clinical development activities from development candidate selection through early clinical development.  The successful candidate will develop the strategy for advancing a portfolio of drug candidates from preclinical development through early clinical studies and help build MOMA Therapeutics into a dynamic clinical-stage company. They will play a critical role on the development team, aggregating nonclinical experience and knowledge and soliciting input from functional leadership to formulate strategy that will support the development of investigational drugs through registration.

• Lead the design and execution of a non-clinical development plan for all MOMA assets
• Be accountable for execution of all IND enabling activities, including CMC, pharmaceutical sciences, toxicology, pharmacology, DMPK, and regulatory affairs
• Effectively manage external partners including CROs, CMOs, consultants and contractors
• Work with program teams to create a non-clinical development roadmap
• Ensure the completion of the relevant sections of the IND and other regulatory documents
• Develop near and long-term strategic resourcing plans via employees and vendors to enable non-clinical development.
• Develop and maintain annual budget and resource planning as it pertains to this function
• Serve as an internal subject matter expert for the design, execution, and interpretation of non-clinical data
• Serve as an exemplary leader to hire, mentor, train and develop cross-functional staff
• Develop and maintain strong, collaborative relationships across the organization
• Identify and work with expert consultants depending on project-specific needs
• Effectively interact and communicate with internal and external stakeholders including regulatory agencies
• Represent MOMA Therapeutics externally to investors, business development partners, and investigators

About you…

• PhD degree in chemistry, biochemistry, pharmacology, pharmaceutical science, toxicology, veterinary pathology, or other closely related discipline is required
• 10+ years of extensive industry-related experience sufficient to demonstrate knowledge of all phases of drug development, registration, and approval
• Deep understanding of pre-clinical data and non-clinical requirements to move a compound from a development candidate to first in human studies
• Proven track record of delivery of pre-clinical candidates into clinical development and the ability to contribute at a technical level to multiple programs simultaneously
• Resilience, open to change and the unknown with a creative and resourceful nature; a self-starter, proactive and results-oriented with high performance standards
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects/tasks at one time
• Strong interpersonal skills, a collaborative working style, a strong track record of mentorship of research staff, and an enthusiasm for building partnerships among key stakeholders
• Organizational aptitude to build, lead and develop an outstanding team
• Adaptability, flexibility, independence, and resourcefulness to both lead a big vision strategy while also willing to roll-up-sleeves and multi-task to thrive in our dynamic environment
• Trustworthiness and the highest integrity; commitment to ethics and scientific standards
• Outstanding communication skills; ability to work well with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders and build strong partnerships and alliances inside and outside the organization
• Experience selecting, managing, and building capability with a broad range of CRO/CDMO partners
• Experience in pioneering the start-up of new organizations or functions is a significant plus
• You work hard, you are kind to others, and you enjoy being a part of a kick-ass collaborative team that gets stuff done
• You enjoy being in a diverse environment where scientific data rules the day