Associate Director, Preclinical Partnerships
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_on45, West 10th Street, Greenwich Village, Manhattan, New York County, New York, 10011, United States
About IAVI
IAVI is a nonprofit scientific research organization dedicated to addressing urgent, unmet global health challenges, including HIV and tuberculosis. Our mission is to translate scientific discoveries into affordable, globally accessible public health solutions. Through scientific and clinical research across Africa, India, Europe, and the U.S., we pioneer biomedical innovations designed for broad global access.
We develop vaccines and antibodies in and for the developing world, accelerating their introduction in low-income countries. Our approach emphasizes sustainability, grounding our programs in the regions where disease burdens are greatest. Our network of clinical research center partners helps strengthen in-country research capacity and supports the training of the next generation of scientists. By fostering unique collaborations among academia, industry, local communities, governments, and funders, we accelerate scientific discovery to address public health threats that disproportionately affect people living in poverty.
About the Role
As an Associate Director, Preclinical Partnerships, you will serve as an integral member of IAVI's R&D team within the Vaccine Design and Development Laboratory in Brooklyn, NY. This role is designed to lead the oversight and execution of Research and Development studies, ensuring that collaborations and programs align with IAVI's mission and organizational goals.
You will provide technical direction for preclinical studies, interacting with program funders, managing sub-awardees and contractors, and playing a fundamental role in developing vaccine candidates moving into the clinic. The successful candidate will contribute to setting strategic scientific objectives and work closely with colleagues across the organization and external partners to execute on time-sensitive milestones. This position requires employing technical expertise to make recommendations for the overall direction of projects, ensuring research activities are executed in alignment with agreements and funding agency milestones.
Our Culture and Values
IAVI is an equal opportunity employer actively committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive global organization. We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates are critical to our success, and we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a representative candidate pool. At IAVI, we celebrate the spectrum of colleagues' experiences and believe that dedication to our mission is essential to our success as a scientific global nonprofit.
Our core values guide our work:
- Dedication to the Mission: Committed to translating scientific discoveries into affordable, globally accessible public health solutions.
- Innovative Evolution: Solving complex problems creatively, learning from mistakes and successes, and never giving up.
- Integrity: Meeting the highest ethical and professional standards and taking responsibility for our actions.
- Collaboration: Embracing diversity, the power of global teamwork, and the belief that working as one makes a difference.
IAVI has zero tolerance for discrimination or harassment. We consider qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability, HIV status, or any other status protected under the law.
Vaccination Policy
As part of our commitment to ensuring a safe and healthy work environment, IAVI requires all U.S. and Puerto Rico-based employees to be vaccinated for COVID-19, subject to applicable law. We support employees during this process and provide accommodations for approved medical or religious exemptions.
Work location
Work model: On-site
45, West 10th Street, Greenwich Village, Manhattan, New York County, New York, 10011, United States
New York, New York
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleDirect and monitor the performance of study sub awardees
- check_circleManage research activities in alignment with funding agency milestones
- check_circleServe as the primary point of contact for preclinical study execution with external partners
- check_circleContribute to research manuscripts, presentations, and grant submissions
- check_circleSupport fundraising strategies and interact with funding organizations
- check_circlePrepare Request for Proposals (RFPs) and Scope of Work (SOW) documents
- check_circleCollaborate on study design and evaluate experimental results
Requirements
- verifiedPhD in virology, immunology, or biological sciences (Master's considered)
- verifiedMinimum 10 years experience
- verifiedExperience in animal studies and vaccine/therapeutic development
- verifiedExperience with virology, viral vector development, molecular biology, immunology, or emerging infectious diseases
- verifiedExperience interacting with funders or clients
- verifiedProficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- verifiedNon-human primate experience (highly desirable)
- verifiedInfectious agents experience (highly desirable)
Nice to Have
Experience with regulatory requirements, including FDA Animal Rule approvals and Investigational New Drug applications (INDs) and Biologics License Applications (BLAs). Experience working with non-human primates. Experience working with infectious agents.
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Virology, Immunology, Viral Vector Development, Molecular Biology, Emerging Infectious Diseases, Animal Studies, Vaccine Development, Therapeutics Development, Data Management, Microsoft Outlook.
Education: PhD in virology, immunology, or other biological sciences is Required; Highly qualified Master's degree candidates will be considered.
Frequently asked questions about Associate Director, Preclinical Partnerships at IAVI
What does a Associate Director, Preclinical Partnerships at IAVI do?expand_more
In this Associate Director, Preclinical Partnerships at IAVI role, you will direct and monitor the performance of study sub awardees; manage research activities in alignment with funding agency milestones; serve as the primary point of contact for preclinical study execution with external partners; and contribute to research manuscripts, presentations, and grant submissions.
What are the requirements for this Associate Director, Preclinical Partnerships role?expand_more
To qualify for the Associate Director, Preclinical Partnerships at IAVI position, applicants should have: PhD in virology, immunology, or biological sciences (Master's considered); Minimum 10 years experience; Experience in animal studies and vaccine/therapeutic development; Experience with virology, viral vector development, molecular biology, immunology, or emerging infectious diseases; Experience interacting with funders or clients; and Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
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Associate Director, Preclinical Partnerships at IAVI is based in 45, West 10th Street, Greenwich Village, Manhattan, New York County, New York, 10011, United States. This is a on-site role.
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IAVI has listed this Associate Director, Preclinical Partnerships role as on-site.
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Associate Director, Preclinical Partnerships at IAVI typically requires 10+ years of relevant experience at the lead level.
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Key skills for Associate Director, Preclinical Partnerships at IAVI include Virology; Immunology; Viral Vector Development; Molecular Biology; Emerging Infectious Diseases; Animal Studies; Vaccine Development; and Therapeutics Development.
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Educational requirements for this role: PhD in virology, immunology, or other biological sciences is Required; and Highly qualified Master's degree candidates will be considered.
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Associate Director, Preclinical Partnerships at IAVI is part of the scientific & qa job category on Recrutus.
About IAVI
IAVI operates within the research services industry, based in New York, NY. The organization functions as a non-profit entity dedicated to transforming scientific discoveries into affordable public health solutions that remain accessible on a global scale. Its primary operational focus involves the development of vaccines and antibodies targeting specific challenges, including HIV, tuberculosis, and emerging infectious diseases. The entity serves the broader public health sector by advancing medical interventions that address critical gaps in disease prevention and treatment worldwide. Through its research-driven approach, IAVI aims to deliver tangible health outcomes for populations affected by these significant global health threats. The organization maintains a commitment to bridging the gap between laboratory research and practical application, ensuring that advancements in science translate into real-world benefits for communities in need. By concentrating on high-impact areas of infectious disease, the group supports international efforts to improve health security and reduce the burden of preventable illnesses across diverse regions.
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