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Vice President, Translational Data Science/Computational Biology - Toronto
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Recursion
Vice President, Translational Data Science/Computational Biology - Toronto
  • Company
    Recursion
  • Location
    Toronto, Ontario, Canada
  • Type
    Full-time
  • Date Posted
    January 3, 2025
**Job Title:** Vice President of Computational Biology

**Company:** Recursion

**Location:** Preferred in Toronto; open to remote work with regular on-site visits (~50% travel).

**About Recursion:**
Recursion is a clinical stage TechBio company that is leading the way in industrializing drug discovery through advanced technologies. Our platform, Recursion OS, links digital and physical workflows to automate therapeutic program initiation and optimization effectively. We leverage machine learning algorithms and patient datasets to transform biological insights into novel drug candidates.

**Role Overview:**
As the Vice President of Computational Biology, you will drive the strategy to integrate data from our genome-scale -omics platforms with patient-derived genetics, utilizing advanced analytics to identify and validate new biological and chemical hypotheses in drug development.

**Key Responsibilities:**
- Set strategic direction on technological and analytical advancements in computational biology.
- Mentor and lead teams to develop technologies that support multiple drug programs.
- Collaborate with research teams to evaluate and implement new technologies for scaled production.
- Develop strategies for linking diseases and patient data to -omics phenotypes, focusing on precision medicine.
- Contribute to strategies for collecting genetic and biomarker data in clinical trials.
- Work closely with cross-functional teams to advance therapeutic programs to the clinic.
- Guide computational biology and data science teams to industrialize drug discovery processes.
- Recruit and manage high-performing teams in therapeutic areas, including oncology and neuroscience.

**Experience Required:**
- 7+ years in computational biology, with a focus on drug discovery and development.
- Experience in oncology is highly desirable.
- Proven ability to manage cross-functional project teams.
- Expertise in high-throughput functional genomics and patient data integration.
- Experience in developing precision medicine solutions using multi-omics data.
- Strong leadership skills in a diverse, inclusive, matrixed environment.
- Curiosity and ability to excel in collaborative settings.

**Compensation:**
Estimated annual base salary ranges are as follows:
- Developing: $351,000 CAD
- Skilled: $390,000 CAD
- Expert: $429,000 CAD
Additionally, you will be eligible for bonuses and equity compensation, along with a comprehensive benefits package.

**Our Values:**
- **We Care:** Commitment to our candidates, employees, patients, and community.
- **We Learn:** Embracing diverse perspectives and learning from experiences.
- **We Deliver:** Maintaining high standards for delivery with urgency.
- **Act Boldly with Integrity:** Balancing bold actions with ethical decisions.
- **We are One Recursion:** Promoting interdisciplinary collaboration.

**Diversity and Inclusion:**
Recursion is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and encourage applications from all qualified individuals regardless of background. Accommodations are available for candidates with disabilities throughout the selection process.

**Apply Now:**
To learn more about Recursion and our mission, visit our website or connect with us on LinkedIn.