VP, Medical Science & Strategy - Ophthalmology (Remote)

Job Title

Environmental Conditions: Office

Work Schedule: Standard (Mon-Fri)

Job Description

The position requires proven abilities to drive both strategic and measurable business outcomes. The incumbent's ophthalmology track record expertise is required to be extensive and ensure recognition as peer of their pharmaceutical/biotech industry equivalents. This position is playing a key part in the future success of the clinical research business of Thermo Fisher Scientific, as it seeks to continue its track record of successful growth and expand its industry-leading position in ophthalmology. Strategic scientific solutions (S3) physicians are subject matter experts who support sales for proposals and bid defenses, engaging clients' senior medical/scientific leadership in discussions and training internal staff on medical and therapeutic requirements of the proposals.

*Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

*Must be able to pass a comprehensive background check, which includes a drug screening (where applicable).

Day in the life:

• Define and govern ophthalmology portfolio strategy, translating market needs and client pipelines into growth priorities, service differentiation, and investment choices.
• Lead the most strategic, highest-value executive client engagements, governance forums, advisory boards, and bid defenses where enterprise-level influence is required.
• Set standards for medical/scientific quality across proposals, development plans, protocol strategy, regulatory positioning, and trial support; ensure consistency across teams and regions.
• Shape strategic alliances and external thought leadership to strengthen Thermo Fisher clinical research business positioning in the ophthalmology field.
• Partner with commercial, consulting, operations, regulatory, feasibility, and clinical leadership to convert scientific strategy into measurable revenue, win-rate, quality, and delivery outcomes.
• Build organizational capability by mentoring physicians/scientists.
• Sponsor innovation and cross-functional initiatives that expand offerings, improve decision quality, and advance the industry-leading position of the business.

Qualifications:

Education and Experience:

• Ophthalmologist with at least 10+ years' experience in pharmaceutical industry supporting clinical development of at least one asset from discovery through registration.
• Active medical license preferred, but not required.
• Demonstrated track record as a recognized therapeutic expert and peer to pharmaceutical industry medical/scientific counterparts.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Enterprise-level therapeutic strategy, portfolio judgment, and business acumen; able to connect scientific choices to commercial, operational, and growth outcomes.
• Executive presence and credibility with pharmaceutical/biotech senior medical, scientific, and business leaders.
• Able to establish standards, governance, and scalable ways of working across geographies, functions, and client portfolios.
• Exceptional influence in complex matrix environments, including senior cross-functional and external stakeholders.
• Strong talent developer; builds senior capability, succession, and communities of practice.
• Leads through ambiguity, manages significant risk, and makes trade-off decisions with enterprise impact.
• Drives innovation, continuous improvement, and market differentiation.
• Proficient spoken and written English; flexibility for domestic and international travel.

Working Conditions and Environment:

• Work is generally performed in an office environment with exposure to standard office equipment.
• Domestic and international travel may be required.

Physical Requirements:

• Frequently stationary for 6–8 hours per day.
• Repetitive hand movement and ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of fingers, hands, and wrists.
• Moderate mobility required.
• Occasional crouching, stooping, bending, and twisting of upper body and neck.
• Ability to lift or move objects, including luggage and laptop computer, up to 15–20 lbs.
• Ability to access and use a variety of computer software applications.
• Ability to communicate complex information clearly and listen to and understand information presented verbally.
• Frequent interaction with internal and external stakeholders, including communication of sensitive information.
• Ability to apply abstract principles to solve complex conceptual issues.
• Requires periods of intense concentration, ability to perform under stress, and ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Regular and consistent attendance required.

Disclaimer

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Individual responsibilities may vary based on business needs and leadership direction.