Pythia Biotech is a Taiwan-based startup dedicated to accelerating cancer drug development, immunotherapy, and precision medicine through Organ-on-a-Chip (OoC) technologies.
We are expanding our team and seeking a Head of R&D to lead research, drive innovation, and advance translational applications.
This is a rare opportunity to join a fast-growing startup, work alongside a world-class advisory team, and take on a pivotal leadership role as the company scales.
Job Responsibilities
•Develop and execute R&D strategies to support oncology and immunotherapy research.
•Lead the development and validation of the TME-Chip platform.
•Manage project timelines and resources to ensure successful delivery.
•Support and communicate with partners to integrate resources and promote R&D progress.
•Ensure that R&D complies with relevant laws, regulations and standards.
•Prepare investment presentations, represent the company at academic and industry conferences to raise visibility.
Qualifications
•Ph.D. in Oncology, Immunology, Biomedical Engineering, Pharmacology, or a related field.
•Minimum 2 years of experience in biotech or pharmaceutical R&D; prior leadership experience is a plus.
•Familiarity with tumor biology, immuno-oncology, organoids, or Organ-on-a-Chip-related technologies.
•Experience in cross-functional collaboration and project delivery in
dynamic or startup environments.
• Strong communication skills in both Mandarin and English; able to
represent the company externally.