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Telix Pharmaceuticals is a dynamic, fast-growing radiopharmaceutical company with offices in Australia (HQ), Belgium, Japan, Switzerland, and the United States. Our mission is to deliver on the promise of precision medicine through targeted radiation. At our core, we exist to create products that seek to improve the quality of life for people living with cancer and rare diseases. You will be supporting the international roll-out of our approved prostate cancer imaging agent and helping us to advance our portfolio of late clinical-stage products that address significant unmet need in oncology and rare diseases. See Yourself at Telix The Director or Tumour Microenvironment (TME) Research will independently lead the design, development and management of a portfolio of discovery research projects aimed at enhancing existing pipeline assets or developing new products that address unmet clinical & commercial needs. This role is pivotal in driving innovation that adds value to Telixs pipeline and supports longterm strategic objectives. Leveraging deep expertise in TME, cancer biology, radiobiology and oncology, the Director will identify and prioritize opportunities to improve treatment optionswhether by expanding indications for current products, optimizing their performance or identifying new cancer targets to create novel diagnostic and therapeutic radiolabelled agents. Working closely with VP, Discovery Science, commercial leadership, Key Opinion Leaders, collaborators, and strategic partners, the Director will stay at the forefront of TME advancements, the field of cancer targets to shape a research theme aligned with Telixs needs. Other key responsibilities include developing a longterm research strategy, conducting due diligence on new opportunities, and evaluating the feasibility of new assets for progression into preclinical and earlystage development. This role aims to contribute to Telixs future pipeline by delivering impactful research that both supports clinical innovation that is meaningful to patients and provides commercial success for shareholders. Key Accountabilities Develop and manage a TME research plan in line with Telixs strategic & commercial needs. Create commerciallyrelevant TME research plans to identify synergies between pipeline programmes & research outcomes, evaluate new cancer targets, and seek ways to add value to existing products in the pipeline. Work collaboratively with commercial leads, development programme heads and other R&D leadership to identify clinical and commercial opportunities of interest and prioritize research accordingly. Demonstrate active identification and pursuit of academic or commercial collaborations and novel developments to support the research programme, including evaluating inlicensing opportunities. Leading and Managing Research Projects with a Commercial Mindset Establish effective plans and reporting milestones to deliver impactful research producing measurable outcomes (e.g., data, patents, publications, conference abstracts) that directly support the design of new clinical studies. Build key relationships, network partnerships and collaborations through research partners, inhouse and externally sourced resources to support the conduct of research projects. Manage the delivery of projects on time and budget; build costeffective resourcing plans, including grant applications where appropriate, for implementation and achievement of research goals. Providing Scientific Thought Leadership on TME Developments Act as a subjectmatter expert regarding Cancer Target biology for radiation delivery via indepth literature reviews, analysis of existing cancer biomarker datasets or bespoke target validation studies as required. Evaluate scientific opportunities to optimize the performance of existing assets by expanding into new indications of interest, dosing improvements or drug combinations. Identify validated or novel cancer targets of interest suitable for delivery of a diagnostic or therapeutic radiation payload. Make recommendations for optimal radioisotope payloads for each targeting agent format based on TME and radiobiology understanding. Through selfdirected research, conference attendance or programme requests, identify & prioritise prospective new opportunities and review and present data packages on targets or agents suitable for exploration in preclinical studies. Supporting Internal Programs, Key Collaborations and Commercial Partnerships Partner with a range of internal stakeholders from R&D colleagues, preclinical, clinical, project teams and strategy alliances to provide scientific and SME input. Contribute to the evaluation of opportunities and build new partnerships for development and commercial opportunities. Education and Experience Postgraduate scientific qualifications required (minimum masters degree / PhD preferred). Relevant applied research experience in cancer biology, tumour microenvironment, oncology, radiobiology or radiopharmaceutical drug development projects. At least 10 years of relevant R&D experience with at least 2 years in clinical or commercial drug development, and a solid understanding of the pharmaceutical research environment and lifecycle management. Proven prior experience managing complex technical research programmes and successful 3rdparty academic or commercial collaborations. Key Capabilities Inclusive mindset: Demonstrate an understanding and appreciation for diversity and actively work to create an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and respected. Creativity and innovation: Possess a willingness to think outside the box and come up with unique and creative solutions to challenges. Commitment to excellence: Take pride in your work and consistently strive for excellence in everything you do. Resultsoriented: Driven to achieve goals and objectives, with a strong focus on delivering measurable results. Ethical behaviour: Act with integrity and demonstrate a commitment to ethical behaviour in all interactions with colleagues and stakeholders. Adaptability: Comfortable working in a dynamic environment, able to adjust to changing priorities, and willing to take on new challenges. Strong communication skills: Communicate effectively with colleagues and stakeholders at all levels, using clear and concise language. Collaboration: Work effectively as part of a team, actively sharing knowledge and expertise to achieve common goals. Resilience: Demonstrate the ability to bounce back from setbacks and persevere in the face of challenges. Continuous learning: Commit to ongoing learning and professional development, continually seeking opportunities to expand your knowledge and skills. At Telix, we believe everyone counts , we strive to be extraordinary , and we pursue our goals with determination and integrity . You will be part of an engaged and supportive group of colleagues who all share a purpose: to help people with cancer and rare diseases live longer, better quality lives. Being a Telix employee means being part of a unique, global, interdisciplinary team working to deliver what''s next in precision medicine. We have hybrid and remote employees located all around the world. We offer competitive salaries, annual performancebased bonuses, an equitybased incentive programme, generous vacation, paid wellbeing days and support for learning and development. Telix Pharmaceuticals is an equal opportunity employer. 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