Associate Vice President, Global Clinical Development, Oncology Assets

Job Description The Associate Vice President (AVP) is primarily responsible for planning and directing clinical research activities involving new or marketed drugs for oncology indications. The AVP manages and oversees the entire cycle of clinical development, including study design, initiation, execution, monitoring, analysis, regulatory reporting, publication, and presentation at national and international meetings. Responsibilities Evaluate pre‑clinical and translational work to generate early clinical development plans and Investigational New Drug (IND) applications. Develop clinical development strategies for investigational or marketed agents, incorporating scientific developments, regulatory requirements, competitive landscape, and commercial considerations. Plan clinical trials (design, operational plans, settings) based on these strategies. Monitor and manage the conduct of ongoing or new clinical trials for investigational or marketed agents. Analyze and summarize clinical findings to support decisions regarding safety, efficacy, new drug applications, clinical study reports, or publications. Participate in internal and joint internal/external research project teams relevant to new or marketed compounds, and support business development assessments of external opportunities. Manage other Executive Directors, Senior Directors, or Directors responsible for oncology clinical development programs or projects; mentor and develop direct reports. Collaborate with cross‑functional experts (commercialization, regulatory affairs, statistics, manufacturing) to manage clinical development projects and inform corporate personnel of study progress and scientific matters. Scientific Leadership & Knowledge Management Maintain awareness of scientific developments within the area of expertise. Identify and engage scientifically and operationally strong investigators for internal development projects. Establish communications with prominent clinical investigators willing to support the company’s drug evaluation efforts. Attend appropriate scientific meetings to maintain competency and awareness of research activities. Collaboration & Project Management Oversee authoring of detailed development documents, presentations, budgets, and position papers for internal and external audiences. Manage a complex matrix of internal stakeholders within clinical development across existing PDTs and TAs. Facilitate collaborations with external researchers worldwide. Travel on company business approximately twenty percent of the time to manage ongoing or future clinical research projects. Education M.D. or M.D./Ph.D. Board certified or board eligible in medical oncology, radiation oncology, surgical oncology, or related disciplines preferred; candidates with an equivalent combination of medical training and experience will be considered. Required Experience and Skills Minimum of ten years of industry experience in drug development or equivalent combination of academic and industry experience. Minimum of three years of clinical medicine experience. Demonstrated record of scientific scholarship and achievement. Understanding of the full end‑to‑end drug development process, preferably with early and/or late development experience. Proven success in running multiple studies and protocols. Ability to originate new program ideas and recommend expansion or curtailment of clinical trials based on results and scientific information, including business development and in‑licensing opportunities. Evidence of devising and implementing strategic initiatives across functional groups and global pharma teams. Experience in the design, implementation, and analysis of clinical trials. Strong interpersonal skills and ability to function in a team environment. High level of verbal and written communication, including presentation skills. Strong learning agility and growth mindset. Required Skills Business Development Change Management Clinical Development Clinical Pharmacology Clinical Reporting Clinical Research Clinical Strategy Clinical Trial Development Clinical Trials Consulting Drug Development Ethical Standards Executive Presence Immunology Innovation Interpersonal Relationships Oncology Ophthalmology Professional Networking Radiation Therapy Radiology Radiopharmaceuticals Results‑Oriented Surgical Pathology Benefits We offer a comprehensive package of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and other health insurance benefits for employees and families, retirement benefits with a 401(k), paid holidays, vacation, compassionate and sick days. Salary Range $342,800.00 – $539,600.00 Travel Requirements Approximately 20% of the time travel on company business. Equal Employment Opportunity As an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, we provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We comply with all affirmative action requirements for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. For more information about personal rights under the U.S. Equal Opportunity Employment laws, visit EEOC resources. We are proud to be a company that embraces diversity and inclusion. #J-18808-Ljbffr