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Senior-Executive Director, Clinical Development

Senior-Executive Director, Clinical Development

ADARx Pharmaceuticals Inc.San Diego, CA, US
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Job Description

We are seeking a highly motivated and qualified individual to join our Clinical Department as a Senior-Executive Director, Clinical Development to service as a key clinical leader responsible for driving the strategy, design, and execution of early and late-stage clinical programs across ADARx’s therapeutic areas. The Senior-Executive Director, Clinical Development, will provide strong clinical leadership for clinical trials, collaborating cross-functionally with R&D, regulatory, biometrics, and commercial teams. This position will be focused on clinical trials and clinical operations outside the US.

Essential Responsibilities :

  • Develop and promote a workplace culture that values diversity of thought, promotes integrity and creates an atmosphere that supports coaching and fosters accountability.
  • Establish and maintain excellent working relationships with critical collaborative partners throughout the company.
  • Lead and provide strategic oversight for the planning and execution of clinical trials being conducted outside the US, including in Australia, UK and / or China, for programs across multiple therapeutic areas.
  • Serve as the medical lead for clinical studies outside the US, ensuring safety data review, protocol compliance, and high-quality data output.
  • Author and review key clinical documents including protocols, IBs, CSRs, regulatory submissions, and scientific publications.
  • Engage and collaborate with regulatory authorities, KOLs, and external experts.
  • Collaborate with preclinical, translational, and biomarker teams to support data integration and decision-making.
  • Ensure that all clinical activities are conducted in compliance with ICH-GCP, FDA and local regulations, and ADARx SOPs.
  • Contribute to the preparation of research reports and presentations for internal project teams, leadership team, and external audience.
  • Maintain all appropriate corporate standards for facility safety.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Essential Physical Characteristics :

Reasonable accommodation(s) may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of a job, on a case-by-case basis.

On-Site Protocol :

Physical presence at the ADARx Pharmaceuticals worksite is a necessary job function of this role, which the Company deems critical to collaboration, innovation, productivity, employee well-being and engagement, and it enhances the Company culture.

Qualifications :

  • MD (or equivalent medical degree), PharmD or PhD in a relevant discipline.
  • Bilingual in English and Mandarin.
  • 7–10+ years of clinical development experience in the biotech or pharmaceutical industry.
  • Experience serving as the development lead for clinical trials.
  • Demonstrated track record in leading both early and late stage clinical trials.
  • Proven track record in clinical study execution outside the US.
  • Strong understanding of biostatistics, data interpretation, and clinical operations.
  • Experience with RNA therapeutics, rare diseases, or oligonucleotides is a plus.
  • Excellent leadership, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills and effective presentation of complex scientific data to cross-functional and senior management teams are essential for this role.
  • Broad knowledge of scientific experience with track record of scientific achievement demonstrated by peer-reviewed publications.
  • Proficiency working with Microsoft Office Suite Products.
  • Preferred Qualifications :

  • A track-record of impacting drug discovery programs through driving projects to key decision points.
  • Required Key Attributes :

  • Understanding of project timelines and deliverables and plans / coordinate project work accordingly with departmental, functional, and external stakeholders.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive attitude towards exploring new approaches.
  • Must be able to work independently as well in cross-functional team settings with supervision as needed.
  • Adaptable / Flexible - willing and able to adjust to multiple demands and shifting priorities as well as an ability to meet day-to-day challenges with confidence and professionalism.
  • Self-motivated with excellent interpersonal, organizational and communication skills with the ability to take a hands-on approach to work effectively in a dynamic and collaborative, fast-paced environment.
  • Compensation :

  • This is a full-time position, Monday-Friday, occasional overtime.
  • Pay is commensurate with experience.
  • Equity-based compensation
  • Performance-based bonuses
  • 401(k) with Company Match
  • Medical, Dental, Vision
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • Life Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Employee Discounts
  • Gym Membership
  • Paid Vacation
  • Paid Holidays
  • Paid Sick, Jury Duty, Bereavement
  • Work Authorization :

  • United States (Required)
  • Background Check
  • As a condition of employment, you must successfully complete all post-offer, pre-employment requirements, including but not limited to a background check.
  • Company Overview :

    We are a late-stage clinical biotechnology company dedicated to transforming cutting-edge science into next-generation RNA medicines across a wide range of therapeutic areas. Our goal is to control the expression of specific disease drivers with highly selective RNA targeted therapies, delivering life-changing treatments for patients with urgent unmet medical needs.

    ADARx Pharmaceuticals is an EEO employer committed to an exciting, diverse, and enriching work environment. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

    Disclosure Statement :

  • The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position.
  • Data : Any data processed in connection with role applications will be treated in accordance with applicable data privacy policies and regulations.
  • Recruiters & Staff Agencies : ADARx Pharmaceuticals (ADARx) does not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than candidates. The submission of unsolicited resumes by recruitment or staffing agencies to ADARx or its employees is strictly prohibited unless contacted directly by the Company’s internal Talent Acquisition team. Any resume submitted by an agency in the absence of a signed agreement will automatically become the property of ADARx and the Company will not owe any referral or other fees with respect thereto.
  • Compensation : The range provided is based on what we believe is a reasonable estimate for the base salary pay range for this job at the time of posting. This role is eligible for an annual target bonus and annual equity awards. Some roles may also be eligible for overtime pay, in accordance with federal and state requirements. Actual base salary pay will be based on a number of factors, including skills, competencies, type and length of experience within the industry, and other job-related factors permitted by law.
  • Total Compensation : Includes base salary; benefits : medical, vision, and dental insurance; life insurance; 401(k) matching program; paid time off; paid holidays; Employee Assistance Program; and other employee benefits. This role may also be eligible for short-term or long-term incentive compensation, including but not limited to cash bonuses.
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