VP, Head Translational Research, Vaccines and Infectious Diseases Research Unit

VP, Head Translational Research - Vaccines & Infectious Diseases Research Unit, R&D Introduction

At GSK, we have bold ambitions for patients, aiming to positively impact the health of 2.5 billion people by the end of the decade. Our R&D focuses on discovering and delivering vaccines and medicines, combining our understanding of the immune system with cutting‑edge technology to transform people’s lives. GSK fosters a culture of ambition for patients, accountability for impact, and commitment to doing the right thing, focusing our efforts on accelerating significant assets that meet patient needs and have the highest probability of success.

We’re uniting science, technology, and talent to get ahead of disease together.

• Lead, coach and mentor a global team of approximately 15 experienced scientific leaders and technical experts to ensure quality and timely delivery and acceleration of clinical study data.
• Engage with senior R&D leaders and collaborate with global cross‑functional teams, including Therapeutic Areas, Clinical Operations, Research Technologies, and other Development lines, to ensure the seamless integration of Translational Research in R&D success.
• Manage the strategic direction and operational execution of biomarker, immunogenicity, and bioanalytical lab assay development and sample testing.
• Partner with Clinical Pharmacology Modelling & Simulation (CPMS) colleagues in the Research Units on Systems and Tools development and deployment and create a community of practice to enable consistency of CPMS in R&D.
• Provide oversight for clinical biomarker operations, lab operational study management and central lab activities to ensure consistency, quality, and efficiency globally.
• Ensure global compliance with GCP, regulatory requirements, and industry standards for biomarker, immunogenicity, and bioanalytical research, biobank management, lab operational studies and central lab activities.
• Manage the global budget, resources, and infrastructure for Translational Research team, optimizing allocation to meet strategic objectives.

• PhD in a relevant scientific discipline such as Immunology.
• Demonstrated leadership skills in an R&D environment in vaccinology, immunology, or infectious diseases.
• Strong expertise in translational research, including biomarker development and early‑stage clinical studies.
• Proven leadership experience with a track record of strategic planning and execution.
• High proficiency in organizational strategy and development, strong alignment with R&D objectives, and a drive to foster innovation to enhance team expertise.
• In‑depth knowledge of GCP, regulatory requirements, and guidelines pertaining to biomarker and bioanalytical research, lab operational studies and central lab activities.
• Strong understanding of current trends and advancements in platform technologies and their application in clinical development.
• Excellent problem‑solving skills, with the ability to address complex scientific, operational, and people challenges effectively to drive scientific excellence, operational efficiency, and maintain a motivated, high‑performing team.
• Proficiency in collaboration, ensuring alignment, and maintaining effective relationships inside and outside the organization, with strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Deep understanding of the drug development process and the application and value of Translational Research in advancing clinical development and project acceleration.
• Experience representing GSK to external experts and partners, influencing industry practices and regulatory positions that are important to GSK R&D success, and adoption of cutting‑edge technologies that keep GSK as a leader in vaccines and infectious diseases.

• Post‑doctoral experience in vaccine research or related fields.
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements for vaccine research and development.
• Track record of scientific publications and contributions to the field of vaccines.

This role can be based in the United States (Boston or Upper Providence), UK (London or Stevenage), Italy (Sienna) or Belgium (Wavre) and will require…