Revolution Medicines

Associate Director, Cancer Pharmacology, Translational Research

Revolution Medicines$186K — $233K *
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Ph.D. in Pharmacology, Cancer Biology, or related discipline relevant to oncology drug development
  • 5+ years of relevant industry experience in oncology drug discovery and development
  • Strong leadership, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills
  • Deep expertise in tumor biology and RAS signaling pathways
  • Extensive experience in designing and analyzing in vivo oncology studies
  • Proficient in translational PK/PD concepts and data integration
  • Strong communication skills for conveying complex scientific concepts

Responsibilities

  • Provide scientific leadership for RAS(ON) inhibitor programs
  • Mentor and develop a high-performing team of in vivo scientists
  • Drive the design and execution of in vivo efficacy studies
  • Collaborate with quantitative modeling group for PK/PD evaluations
  • Generate high-impact data packages to influence portfolio progression
  • Act as the in vivo pharmacology expert within cross-functional teams
  • Communicate scientific strategies and findings to senior leadership

Benefits

  • Competitive cash compensation
  • Robust equity awards
  • Strong benefits package
  • Significant learning and development opportunities
  • Hybrid work environment option
Full Job Description
The Opportunity:

As an Associate Director in the Cancer Pharmacology team within the Translational Research group, in the Biomedical Discovery Research Department, you will:
  • Provide scientific and strategic leadership for RAS(ON) inhibitor programs by translating mechanistic insights in RAS biology into impactful pharmacology strategies and translational study plans.
  • Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing group of in vivo scientists, fostering scientific excellence, innovation, and cross-functional collaboration.
  • Drive the design, execution, and interpretation of in vivo efficacy and PK/PD studies conducted internally and through external partners to advance oncology discovery and development programs.
  • Partner closely with the cross-functional quantitative modeling group to provide biological insight, translational context, and critical evaluation supporting PK/PD modeling efforts.
  • Influence portfolio progression through generation of high-impact data packages and contributions to regulatory submissions.
  • Serve as the in vivo pharmacology expert on cross-functional project teams, partnering closely with colleagues in Chemistry, Discovery Biology, DMPK, and Toxicology to build cohesive preclinical data sets.
  • Communicate scientific strategy, key findings, and program recommendations to cross-functional teams and senior leadership to drive informed decision making.

Required Skills, Experience and Education:
  • Ph.D. in Pharmacology or Cancer Biology, or a related scientific discipline with direct relevance to oncology drug development.
  • 5+ years of relevant industry experience in oncology drug discovery and development.
  • Demonstrated scientific leadership, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills in advancing oncology drug discovery programs.
  • Deep expertise in tumor biology, RAS signaling pathways, and translational oncology pharmacology.
  • Extensive hands-on experience in the design, analysis, and interpretation of in vivo oncology studies and disease models.
  • Strong understanding of translational PK/PD concepts and integration of efficacy, biomarker, and pharmacokinetic data to support translational hypotheses.
  • Working knowledge of modeling approaches, including PBPK, QSP, and semi-mechanistic PK/PD frameworks.
  • Proven track record of leading, mentoring, and developing scientific talent within collaborative, matrixed research environments.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to effectively communicate complex scientific concepts to both specialist and non-specialist audiences.
  • Demonstrated track record of scientific innovation, productivity, and collaboration in a dynamic and fast-paced drug discovery environment.

Preferred Skills:
  • Experience with RAS-targeted therapies and diverse oncology therapeutic modalities, including small molecules, antibodies, and antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs).
  • Strong theoretical understanding of the concepts, assumptions, and limitations associated with PK/PD and translational mathematical modeling.
  • Experience contributing to IND-enabling activities and regulatory documentation is desirable.
  • Demonstrated ability to influence scientific strategy and effectively operate within highly collaborative cross-functional teams.

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The base pay salary range for this full-time position for candidates working onsite at our headquarters in Redwood City, CA is listed below. The range displayed on each job posting is intended to be the base pay salary range for an individual working onsite in Redwood City and will be adjusted for the local market a candidate is based in. Our base pay salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Individual base pay salary is determined by multiple factors, including job-related skills, experience, market dynamics, and relevant education or training.

Please note that base pay salary range is one part of the overall total rewards program at RevMed, which includes competitive cash compensation, robust equity awards, strong benefits, and significant learning and development opportunities.

Base Pay Salary Range

$186,000-$233,000 USD

About Revolution Medicines

Revolution Medicines is a clinical-stage precision oncology company focused on developing targeted therapies to inhibit elusive frontier targets within notorious growth and survival pathways, with particular emphasis on RAS and mTOR signaling pathways. The company's proprietary platform enables the discovery and development of small molecules that bind covalently to proteins. Revolution Medicines was founded in 2014 and is headquartered in South San Francisco, California.
Learn more about Revolution Medicines
Size
201 employees
Market Cap
$2.1 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$108.1 million
Revenue
$42.9 million
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