Clinical Development Indication Lead - Rheumatology

Clinical Development Indication Lead - Rheumatology

The Clinical Development Indication Lead will lead the clinical team for an indication, translating the TPP as set by the Asset Strategy Team into a Clinical Development Plan that answers the relevant questions safeguarding time, quality, and budget. This person will work in close collaboration with the other members of the cross functional team, in order to maximize the potential of the asset for a given indication.

Roles and Responsibilities :

Provide continuous strategic medical insight and planning for the indication during all the stages of development

Own the Clinical development plan and participate in long range strategic planning as data emerges in the indication

Line management of the Global Clinical Trial Physicians working on the indication. Provide coaching and set example for team ensuring high quality medical support for the study teams

Real time oversight of the medical aspects of studies in the indication, including the relevant communication to management as well as the different study teams

Safeguard harmonization across the studies so that communications to external stakeholders ( e.g. questions of IRBs, RAs) are consistent and company efficiency is maintained in close collaboration with peers as well as management of the different functional groups

Lead indication medical ad boards as appropriate

Help build and maintain a “best in class” group of development medical doctors

Ensure compliance of all studies in the indication

Education, Experience and Qualifications :

Medical Doctor with rheumatology specialty education preferred ( other areas such as neurology, dermatology, immunology, internal medicine, pediatric are also of interest)

At least 3-5 years in the pharma / biotech industry, having acquired an in-depth understanding of end to end ( phase I to registration) drug development

Excellent English, both written and spoken is a must, as well as ability to travel

Proven leadership, motivational and interpersonal skills in a global and intercultural environment, including leading through influence

Pro-active problem solver with negotiation skills

Must provide clear vision, direction, and purpose to the different study teams

Demonstrated expertise in clinical trial design, conduct and interpretation of clinical data

Strong communication skills to ensure that study plans and status are transparent, and that risks, issues, and results are clear to all involved parties.

Additional skills in gathering decision information, negotiation and communicating decisions and action

Executes responsibilities with knowledge, accuracy, persistence, resilience and creativity, being an accomplished team player whilst maintaining medical integrity

For applicants in the United States : The annual base salary hiring range for this position is $296,000.00 - $407,000.00 USD. This range reflects our good faith estimate at the time of posting. Individual compensation is determined using objective, inclusive, and job-related criteria such as relevant experience, skills, demonstrated competencies and internal equity. This means actual pay may differ from the posted range when justified by these factors. Because market conditions evolve, pay ranges are reviewed regularly and may be adjusted to remain aligned with external benchmarks.

This job is eligible to participate in our short-term and long-term incentive programs, subject to the terms and conditions of those plans and applicable policies. It also includes a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to retirement savings plans, health benefits and other benefits subject to the terms of the applicable plans and program guidelines.