Director Biophysics

WuXi AppTec • Natick, MA • 3h ago

Overview

The Director of Biophysics will lead the establishment and development of the US-based biophysics service platform. This role is critical to building a high-performaning team, fostering internal and external collaborations, and driving business growth.

The WuXi Biology division provides a full spectrum of biology-related services and solutions, supporting stand-alone and integrated projects from early discovery to clinical development with 3,000+ scientists across 9 global sites.

As a global company with operations across Asia, Europe, and North America, WuXi AppTec provides a broad portfolio of R&D and manufacturing services that enable the pharmaceutical and healthcare industry around the world to advance discoveries and deliver groundbreaking treatments to patients.

Responsibilities

Lead the growth of the US-based biophysics business.

Foster client relations.

Build and manage a high-performance biophysics team for project execution and delivery.

Manage the team's operations in compliance with applicable regulations, international standards, WuXi AppTec policies, and standard operating procedures.

Lead as a key opinion leader in the biophysics field, both internally and externally.

Works creatively with partners to support complex scientific projects.

Excellent planning of multiple ongoing projects to meet expected timelines

Ability to work in a team environment and independently as required

Complies with all safety rules, practices good housekeeping, and maintains safe workplace.

Qualifications

Experience / Education:

PhD degree in biology with 5+ years or MS with 10+ years of relevant experience in biophysics.

More than 2 years' experience in team management.

Experience in CRO preferred.

Experience in working across regions preferred.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities:

Expert in SPR, MST or spectral shift technologies.

Demonstrated ability of managing a high-performance team.

Strong interpersonal and verbal/written communication skills.

Ability to effectively prioritize workload and manage changes in direction.

Demonstrated ability for attention to details and concern for impact.

Well organized and adaptable to change.

Ability to travel for business as required.

Physical Requirements:

Must be able to work in an office environment with minimal noise conditions.

Must be able to work in Lab setting with exposure to Animals/biohazards / Chemicals

Must be able to wear appropriate PPE

Must be able to work in environment with variable noise levels

Ability to stand /Sit/walk for long periods of time

Ability to Lift 10 lbs routinely

Ability to crouch, bend, twist, and reach

Ability to push/pull 10 lbs routinely/ often / occasionally

Clarity of Vision

Ability to identify and distinguish colors

Must be able to perform activities with repetitive motions

Ability to climb Ladders / Stairs / Scaffolding

Ability to work in variable temperatures

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Job Locations US-MA-Natick

Job ID 2026-13979

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