Job Overview
Location
US-Remote
Job Type
Full-time
Category
Product Management
Date Posted
June 25, 2026
Full Job Description
đź“‹ Description
- • Design and execute translational research studies to elucidate mechanism of action, resistance pathways, and potential new indications for oncology therapeutics.
- • Develop scientific hypotheses by integrating insights from preclinical data, clinical trial results, and peer-reviewed scientific literature.
- • Manage and oversee translational research and biomarker studies conducted by external CROs and academic collaborators to ensure timely, high-quality data delivery.
- • Conduct biomarker analysis to support clinical development programs, including identification and validation of predictive or pharmacodynamic biomarkers.
- • Maintain meticulous, organized laboratory and study logs to ensure data accuracy, reproducibility, and full compliance with regulatory standards.
- • Present translational research findings and biomarker insights in internal team meetings and cross-functional program team discussions.
- • Apply strong critical-thinking and problem-solving skills to interpret complex biological and clinical datasets.
- • Demonstrate scientific curiosity by proposing novel research directions that directly inform drug development decisions.
- • Exercise strong project management skills to coordinate timelines, deliverables, and resources across internal teams and external vendors.
- • Adapt to a fast-paced, evolving research environment with shifting priorities and emerging data.
- • Ensure all research activities adhere to the highest ethical and compliance standards as required by regulatory and operational guidelines.
- • Communicate scientific findings clearly and effectively through written reports and oral presentations to diverse scientific and clinical stakeholders.
- • Operate independently with high initiative in a remote work environment while maintaining alignment with team objectives.
- • Travel domestically and internationally as required for on-site meetings, collaborations, or site visits related to translational research programs.
- • Utilize personal computer systems for extended periods to analyze data, prepare reports, and manage study documentation.
🎯 Requirements
- • PhD in Biology, Biochemistry, Molecular & Cellular Biology, Cancer Biology, or Immunology
- • 1–3 years of postdoctoral or industry research experience
- • Familiarity with oncology research
- • Experience in DNA damage response (DDR) biology or related pathways is highly preferred
🏖️ Benefits
- • Base salary range of $116,200.00 – $145,300.00
- • Merit-based salary increases
- • Participation in short incentive plan
- • Eligibility for 401(k) plan
- • Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
- • Flexible paid time off, 11 paid holidays, and additional shutdown time during the last week of December
- • 80 hours of paid sick time upon hire and annually thereafter
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About Sumitomo Pharma Co., Ltd.
Sumitomo Pharma Co., Ltd. is a Japanese pharmaceutical company engaged in the research, development, manufacture, and sale of prescription drugs, diagnostics, and over-the-counter products. Its therapeutic focus spans psychiatry, neurology, oncology, urology, cardiovascular, and metabolic disorders. Established in 1984 as Sumitomo Pharmaceuticals and headquartered in Osaka, it became a consolidated subsidiary of Sumitomo Chemical before merging with Dainippon Pharma in 2005 to create Dainippon Sumitomo Pharma. In 2022 the company rebranded to Sumitomo Pharma, continuing to leverage global R&D alliances and innovative pipelines to address unmet medical needs and improve quality of life worldwide.
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