Senior Director - Clinical Program Leader – Oncology

HireMinds
Watertown, MA, United States
Full-time

Senior Director - Clinical Program Leader Oncology

Location : Watertown, MA

Hybrid : 3-day on-site

Salary Range : $225-280k

HireMinds is seeking an experienced Oncology Program Leader to drive the vision, strategy, and execution of clinical and drug development programs with a well-positioned biotech local to Boston.

This role is central to leading cross-functional teams through all stages of drug development, from preclinical to clinical milestones, with the ultimate goal of bringing innovative therapies to patients.

You will lead the tumor-targeting pipeline programs as a key decision-maker and collaborate with R&D, CMC, and Clinical colleagues to orchestrate the successful advancement of lead molecules.

Specific program or asset leadership experience in clinical phases should be within your capabilities through a track-record of past success.

You’ll Be Responsible For :

  • Lead cross-functional teams to develop and execute comprehensive program strategies, incorporating preclinical, clinical, regulatory, and CMC manufacturing considerations into program plans.
  • Navigate internal and external drivers to adjust clinical-phase program strategies swiftly, minimizing risks and seizing opportunities.
  • Foster collaboration and alignment across departments to ensure the successful advancement of the lead program.
  • Maintain a keen understanding of competitive landscapes and strategic shifts impacting program goals and the overall oncology landscape.
  • Communicate program needs, progress, and recommendations clearly to executive management to enable data-driven decision-making.
  • Identify and evaluate academic, industry, and business partnerships to enhance program objectives.
  • Develop and execute publication strategies for program-related research and findings.
  • Build and lead high-performing teams, ensuring accountability and collaboration, while cultivating a culture of continuous learning.
  • Integrate competitive intelligence and differentiation insights into the overall program strategy.
  • Guide intellectual property strategy related to the program.

You’ll Bring :

  • PhD, MD, or an advanced degree in biology, biomedical sciences, or a drug development-related field.
  • 10+ years of industry experience in pharma, biotech with a track record of leading clinical phase oncology drug development programs from IND to commercial launch.
  • Extensive experience in oncology drug development program go / no-go decision-making with a preference for clinical phase I-III success in driving past programs.
  • Expertise across multiple facets of drug development, including research, process development, manufacturing, clinical, and regulatory strategies.
  • Proven leadership and communication skills, with the ability to influence cross-functional teams and executive stakeholders.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and experience fostering a collaborative, empowered, and learning-focused environment.
  • This is a hybrid role (3-days in office) based in Watertown, Massachusetts, offering a dynamic and impactful opportunity to shape the future of oncology therapies.
  • 8 days ago
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