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Drug discovery biologist and leader with proven success advancing novel therapeutics from target validation through Phase 3 development• Head of research group responsible for target discovery/validation, translational data, strategic collaborations and partnerships; and cross-functional teams dedicated to target discovery and pipeline expansion• Accomplished team builder and project team leader that has successfully advanced internal and external programs into clinical development across several indications (DKD, PAH/cardiovascular, NASH, PSC/PBC).• Extensive experience identifying external opportunities for pipeline expansion, and leading cross-functional biology and diligence evaluations• Deep expertise leading in vitro/in vivo pharmacology teams to drive program decisions• Collaboration Team Leader responsible for overseeing external partnerships focused on validation of therapeutic targets and novel platforms • Mentor/manage in-house and distributed scientific teams, with experience growing and adapting teams to meet dynamic demands• Established a productive and growing network of CROs and KOLs to efficiently advance programs for inflammation, renal, CV, and liver indications