Research Scientist, Rare Disease

Job description

About RTW Foundation (RTWF) RTW Foundation (RTWF) was founded in 2018 as the philanthropic arm of RTW Investments, LP a biotech investment firm. RTWF has two major focuses: improving health equity in New York City and advancing ultra-rare disease research. Our overarching goal is to improve the health of underserved communities, whether that be from historically underinvested communities in New York City (including communities of color and migrant populations) to patients and families facing ultra-rare diseases. Our rare disease initiatives focus on conditions often overlooked due to small patient populations and limited commercial incentives, working directly with patient-led foundations to move science toward the clinic. Role Overview: The Research Scientist, Rare Disease is a senior scientific role within RTWF’s Rare Disease Advising Program (RDAP). This position leverages deep training in biomedical science and translational research to guide rare disease foundations through complex research, therapeutic development, and strategic decision-making landscapes. The Research Scientist conducts in-depth literature reviews, analyzes preclinical and clinical data, and synthesizes insi...