DIRECTOR, PRECLINICAL TESTING
SNIPR Biome | Copenhagen Ø, Denmark| Full-time
Are you an experienced leader within preclinical testing with a passion for infectious disease and a drive to make medicines that matter? Would you like to shape and drive high-quality testing to advance the pipeline in a world-leading CRISPR company? If so, we would love to hear from you.
SNIPR Biome is looking for a Director of Preclinical Testing to lead our In Vivo Pharmacology and In Vitro & Assays team — a pivotal role at the heart of our R&D organisation.
ABOUT SNIPR
SNIPR Biome is a clinical-stage biotechnology company pioneering CRISPR-powered precision medicines to combat antimicrobial resistance (AMR). Using proprietary CRISPR-technology and delivery platforms, we develop therapies that selectively eliminate pathogenic bacteria while preserving the healthy microbiome.
Our lead program, SNIPR001 - an oral cocktail of CRISPR-armed bacteriophages targeting E. coli in immunocompromised patients is currently in Phase 2 clinical trials following a successful Phase 1 study published in The Lancet Microbe (2026). Our pipeline spans five AMR programs, four of which are in the research phase, supported by partnerships with CARB-X, SPRIN-D, the Gates Foundation, the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, and the European Investment Bank.
SNIPR is based in the Innovation District of Copenhagen, Denmark. SNIPR has raised more than $90 million, holds 30+ granted US patents, and employs a diverse team of 40+ scientists from top academic institutions and biotech companies worldwide.
THE ROLE
As Director, Preclinical Testing you will lead and develop our In Vivo Pharmacology and In Vitro & Assays team (6 FTE), defining and executing in vitro and in vivo activities across the full R&D portfolio. You will be a key member of the Research Management team, working closely with the VP, Head of Research, and contributing directly to strategic planning and scientific direction.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Lead and manage the Preclinical Testing team in alignment with company values and strategy.
- Contribute to company strategy as an active member of the Research Management team, setting the research direction and driving strategic planning and execution.
- Translate company strategy into scientific direction for your team and support all employees in their professional development through tailored mentoring.
- Oversee model development and validation to ensure robustness of in vivo and in vitro models, both internally and with external collaborators and CROs.
- Design and execute in vivo studies through CROs.
- Evaluate experimental results and bring clear data-driven recommendations to the organisation.
- Coordinate preparation of, and review and approve, scientific reports, research protocols, and workflows.
- Stay current with the latest research through scientific conferences, publications, and engagement with international collaborators.
- Proactively contribute to project excellence, early project prioritisation, budgeting, IP development, drug development, publications, regulatory requirements, and business development.
QUALIFICATIONS
We are looking for a candidate who brings:
- M.Sc. or Ph.D. in veterinary medicine, pharmacology, human biology, or a related field.
- Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience in preclinical testing from the biotech industry. Experience must include running in vivo models and in vitro assay development and execution.
- Experience with collaborating with Contract Research Organizations (CROs) and international academic groups
- A collaborative, proactive mindset and a passion for infectious disease and AMR.
- Proven experience in line management and team leadership.
- Strong project management and communication skills, with the ability to translate complex science to diverse audiences.
WHAT WE OFFER
- A high-impact leadership role in a cutting-edge, clinical-stage biotech at the forefront of CRISPR medicine.
- Competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, pension programme, bonus, and warrants programme.
- A diverse, international, and collegial work environment in the heart of Copenhagen's Innovation District.
- The opportunity to help shape the future of antimicrobial resistance treatment.
HOW TO APPLY
Please submit your application in English, including your CV with a short motivating paragraph — combined in a single document.
We will review applications on a rolling basis. Online interviews may be offered in the initial stages of the process.
Application deadline: 17 June 2026
