Head of Applied Physics and Engineering - (San Diego, CA)

Job overview:Vertex is seeking a Head of Applied Physics & Engineering to serve as a scientific leader at our San Diego research site. The successful applicant will have a strong record of achievement and innovation (publications, patents, commercial products) to lead an applied physics and instrumentation department. This department consists of ten engineers and 4 physicists and is tightly integrated into the companys drug discovery and development enterprise. The successful applicant will provide overall scientific guidance and direction to research and engineering projects in the department and serve as a member of the senior leadership team in the research management of the San Diego site. This group designs, builds and supports the deployment of novel instruments, such as optical detection devices, novel microscopes, automation equipment, and electrophysiology instruments.