Job Description
Job Description
Senior Director, Clinical Development | REMOTE
Critical Elements
- Individual contributor / strong leader who wants to be very hands on
- Proven expertise in global registrational trials
- Dermatology experience strongly preferred
- Small company background
- Nimble - Adaptable - Entrepreneurial
- Support within aggressive risk parameters
Overview
A biotechnology organization focused on advancing therapies for autoimmune diseases is seeking a Senior Director, Clinical Development to lead clinical development activities for an investigational treatment in dermatology and other autoimmune or inflammatory conditions. This role involves cross-functional leadership, engagement with the medical and scientific community, and oversight of global, late-stage clinical trials.
Responsibilities
Provide strategic and operational leadership for clinical development programs across one or more therapeutic indicationsLead multiple cross-functional workstreams to drive program successCollaborate closely with Clinical Operations and Program Management to support site engagement, trial execution, and vendor oversightDevelop and maintain strong relationships with investigators and key opinion leadersRepresent the organization at investigator meetings and scientific conferencesDeliver protocol-specific and therapeutic training; respond to trial-related medical inquiries from sites and investigatorsReview incoming medical data, including laboratory, safety, and efficacy outputsContribute to the development of study protocols and regulatory documentationTravel occasionally for study oversight and internal meetingsQualifications
Advanced degree (Ph.D., Pharm.D., M.D., or D.O.) requiredMinimum of 7 years of clinical development experiencePrior experience working in a small biotechnology company is requiredProven expertise in global registrational trials; dermatology experience preferredDemonstrates a proactive, hands-on approach with a strong sense of urgency and results orientationLeads with accountability and a willingness to take ownership as an individual contributorStrong ability to synthesize complex scientific information and consistently produce accurate, high-quality workExcellent communication, analytical, and decision-making skillsTeam-oriented mindset with a collaborative working style across functionsBenefits
Opportunity to lead impactful clinical programs in high-need therapeutic areasWork in a dynamic, collaborative biotech environment with direct visibility to executive leadershipCompetitive compensation and benefits package