Director, Neurobiology
Location: San Diego
Posted on: June 23, 2025
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Job Description:
Job Title: Director, Neurobiology Location: San Diego, CA
Position type: FLSA: Full time Exempt Department: Finance ID:
Biology 7300-2025-1-P Strive to Bring a Profound Difference to our
Patients At Avidity Biosciences, we are passionate about the impact
of every employee in realizing our vision of improving people’s
lives by delivering a new class of RNA therapeutics. Avidity is
revolutionizing the field of RNA with its proprietary AOCs, which
are designed to combine the specificity of monoclonal antibodies
with the precision of oligonucleotide therapies to address targets
and diseases previously unreachable with existing RNA therapies. If
you are a committed, solution-oriented thinker, join us in making a
difference and become part of our growing culture that is
integrated, collaborative, agile and focused on the needs of
patients. Avidity Biosciences, Inc.'s mission is to profoundly
improve people's lives by delivering a new class of RNA
therapeutics - Antibody Oligonucleotide Conjugates (AOCs™).
Utilizing its proprietary AOC platform, Avidity demonstrated the
first-ever successful targeted delivery of RNA into muscle and is
leading the field with clinical development programs for three rare
muscle diseases: myotonic dystrophy type 1 (DM1), Duchenne muscular
dystrophy (DMD) and facioscapulohumeral muscular dystrophy (FSHD).
Avidity is broadening the reach of AOCs with its advancing and
expanding pipeline, including programs in cardiology and immunology
through internal discovery efforts and key partnerships. Avidity is
headquartered in San Diego, CA. For more information about our AOC
platform, clinical development pipeline, and people, please visit
www.aviditybiosciences.com and engage with us on LinkedIn and
Twitter . The Opportunity Avidity Biosciences is seeking an
experienced and motivated Director to drive the development of
innovative therapeutic drugs for neurological diseases. The
successful candidate will play a pivotal role in driving our siRNA
therapeutic projects from discovery through preclinical
development, working collaboratively with cross-functional teams to
advance our mission of developing groundbreaking RNA-based
treatments. The individual should have a proven track record in
neurobiology and experience developing therapeutics for
neuromuscular diseases. What You Will Contribute Leadership &
Strategy: Lead scientific strategy and planning for neurobiology
programs focused on RNA-based therapies for neurological diseases.
Provide scientific and technical leadership to a team of
researchers, fostering a collaborative and innovative environment.
Develop and implement project plans, timelines, and budgets to
ensure successful project delivery. Research & Development:
Responsible for developing and implementing in vitro and in vivo
assays and models to evaluate various agents for delivering RNAs
across the blood brain barrier and to peripheral and central
neuronal and other cells Oversee the design, development, and
optimization of oligonucleotide molecules for targeted gene
silencing in animal models. Ensure the robustness and
reproducibility of early discovery studies, including in vitro and
in vivo experiments. Stay abreast of the latest advancements in RNA
technology, genetic neuromuscular diseases, and related therapeutic
areas to inform and guide research efforts. Collaboration &
Communication: Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders,
including academic partners, CROs, and regulatory agencies, to
drive project success. Present research findings and project
updates to senior management, scientific advisory boards, and
external partners. Contribute to preparing scientific publications,
patents, and regulatory submissions. Team Development: Mentor and
develop team members, fostering their professional growth and
technical expertise. Promote a culture of excellence, inclusivity,
and continuous learning within the team. What We Seek PhD in
Neurobiology, Neuroscience, or a related field, with a focus on
neuromuscular diseases. 10 years of relevant experience, including
at least 8 years of management experience in the biopharmaceutical
industry with a strong track record in therapeutic development
In-depth knowledge of neurobiology and in vitro cellular and in
vivo animal models. In-depth knowledge of unmet medical needs in
neurological indications, with a focus on genetic diseases.
Familiarity with the latest technologies and methodologies in
neurobiology. Proven experience in leading and managing research
teams and projects. Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in
a fast-paced, multidisciplinary environment. Excellent project
management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage
multiple projects simultaneously. Demonstrated excellent
communication (oral and written), teamwork, organizational,
interpersonal, and problem-solving skills. A strong understanding
of oligo delivery technologies is preferred. Ability to travel as
needed for work-related meetings and conferences. What We Will
Provide You: The base salary range for this role is $213,750 -
$236,250. The final compensation will be commensurate with relevant
experience, skill set, internal equity, and market factors. Avidity
offers competitive compensation and benefits, including the
opportunity for annual and spot bonuses, stock options, RSUs, and a
401(k) with an employer match. In addition, the comprehensive
wellness program includes medical, dental, vision, and LTD coverage
and four weeks of time off. A commitment to learning and
development, including a variety of internal programming developed
by and for Avidity employees, opportunities for job-specific
training offered by industry, and an education reimbursement
program. Avidity Biosciences 10578 Science Center Dr. Suite 125 San
Diego, CA 92121 O: 858-401-7900 F: 858-401-7901
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