At Neurocrine Biosciences, we pride ourselves on having a strong, inclusive, and positive culture based on our shared purpose and values. We know what it takes to be great, and we are as passionate about our people as we are about our purpose - to relieve suffering for people with great needs, but few options.

Neurocrine Biosciences is a leading neuroscience-focused, biopharmaceutical company with a simple purpose: to relieve suffering for people with great needs, but few options. We are dedicated to discovering and developing life-changing treatments for patients with under-addressed neurological, neuroendocrine, and neuropsychiatric disorders. The company's diverse portfolio includes FDA-approved treatments for tardive dyskinesia, chorea associated with Huntington's disease, endometriosis* and uterine fibroids*, as well as a robust pipeline including multiple compounds in mid- to late-phase clinical development across our core therapeutic areas. For three decades, we have applied our unique insight into neuroscience and the interconnections between brain and body systems to treat complex conditions. We relentlessly pursue medicines to ease the burden of debilitating diseases and disorders, because you deserve brave science. For more information, visitneurocrine.com, and follow the company on LinkedIn, X (Formerly Twitter) and Facebook. (*in collaboration with AbbVie)

About the Role:

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• Within the overall scientific strategy, directs functional and project teams in the design, development, and execution of drug discovery strategies to meet pipeline goals

• Mentors a team of in vitro pharmacology and lead generation scientists, scientists to data-driven outcomes in an efficient and expedited ways, utilizing internal and external resources - innovation without walls

• Directs activities across multiple drug discovery programs, and drives the development and incorporation of novel technologies to meet critical path objectives

• Partners with senior leadership within R&D to communicate vision and innovation in drug discovery in alignment with company goals

• Identify and build relationships with external experts to ensure Neurocrine is a trusted partner for advancing science

• Drives innovative modalities for interrogating therapeutic targets

• With an expert understanding of the scientific area, anticipates potential issues, provides contingencies and resolutions and continuously improves the process

• Selects, develops, and evaluates personnel to ensure the efficient operation of the function

• Other duties as assigned

• BS/BA degree in Biology and 15+ years of experience in innovative modalities for interrogating therapeutic targets and experience in a biotechnology or pharmaceutical company/or equivalent in an academic setting. Proven track record of accomplishments. Demonstrated track record of scientific excellence and innovative research. Extensive previous managerial experiences also required OR

• Master's in Biology and 13+ years of similar experience noted above OR

• PhD in Biology preferred and 10+ years of similar experience noted above OR

• Strong understanding of the drug discovery process, anticipating potential issues, providing contingencies and resolutions, and having the desire to improve that process, continuously.

• Motivated, creative, and innovative Biologist with proven expertise in at least one major function in Biology including the design, development, and execution of drug discovery strategies

• Possesses the ability to direct a team of scientists, coordinate activities across multiple drug discovery programs, and drive the development and incorporation of novel technologies

• Expert working knowledge of data analysis software and the application of laboratory informatics systems

• Overall strong work ethic and willingness to engage in laboratory experimentation across therapeutic areas

• Recognized as an internal thought leader with extensive technical and business expertise within a strategic organization

• Applies in-depth knowledge of own function, and business / commercial/scientific expertise to solve critical issues successfully and innovatively

• Evaluates key business / scientific challenges and completes complex, ambiguous initiatives having cross-functional impact

• Ability to apply advanced analytical thought and judgment

• Strong leadership, coaching, and employee development skills

• Ability to influence others with or without authority at all levels of the organization

• Proactive, innovative, with good problem-solving skills

• Ability to work in a cross-functional team and matrix environment

• Excellent written, presentation, and verbal communication skills

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Neurocrine Biosciences is an EEO/AA/Disability/Vets employer.

We are committed to building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace, and we recognize there are a variety of ways to meet our requirements. We are looking for the best candidate for the job and encourage you to apply even if your experience or qualifications don't line up to exactly what we have outlined in the job description.

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