Systems Biology Lead

Job Description

Job Description:

Systems Biology Lead

Do you have a passion for cutting-edge science and a desire to revolutionize pet health and wellbeing?

The Waltham Petcare Science Institute is seeking a visionary Systems Biology Lead to drive innovation and expand our omics capabilities into integrative systems biology and multi-omics approaches. This role is central to generating actionable insights that advance the Mars Petcare mission: A Better World for Pets™.

About the Role

As the Systems Biology Lead, you will:

• Develop and execute a high-quality research portfolio focused on healthspan and quality of life improvements for pets.

• Utilize and expand multi-omics data integration workflows, uncovering insights that shape priorities across the Mars Petcare ecosystem.

• Provide technical leadership in systems biology, identifying health and disease biomarkers through advanced biological network analyses.

• Build and foster relationships with internal and external collaborators while mentoring junior scientists.

• Ensure research outputs are strategically protected and accessible for innovation.

Key Responsibilities

• Portfolio Leadership: Define, manage, and execute research aligned with the Mars Petcare strategy.

• Scientific Excellence: Lead cutting-edge analyses, integrating transcriptomics, epigenomics, metabolomics, and proteomics.

• Technical Mastery: Build and maintain workflows for multi-omics integration, leveraging R, Python, and FAIR principles.

• Collaboration: Build a strong external network in systems biology while managing partnerships.

• Communication: Present complex scientific findings effectively to diverse audiences, from technical experts to non-specialists.

• Mentorship: Train and develop junior scientists to strengthen our team’s expertise in multi-omics.

What Are We Looking For?

• Qualifications: PhD (or equivalent) in integrative genomics, computational biology, bioinformatics, or a related field.

• Experience: Proven post-PhD leadership in integrative genomics, bioinformatics, or systems biology, ideally in biotech, pharma, or related industries. Multi-omics biomarker experience is a plus.

• Technical Skills: Expertise in transcriptomics, epigenomics, metabolomics, proteomics, and data management principles. Advanced proficiency in R or Python.

• Veterinary Insight: Experience in veterinary science is advantageous.

• Leadership: Strong line management and mentorship skills, with an ability to influence across organizational levels.

• Network: An established presence in the external scientific community.

What can you expect from Mars?

• Work with over 140,000 diverse and talented Associates, all guided by The Five Principles.

• Join a purpose driven company, where we’re striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today.

• Best-in-class learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University.

• An industry competitive salary and benefits package, including company bonus.

Find out more about what Mars can offer you by visiting our Global Careers site.

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Mars is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request.