Executive Director, Clinical Development

For our client, we are seeking a Executive Director, Clinical Development to join the team of a leader in the Pharmaceuticals & Biotech space. This leader will drive late-stage clinical development strategy for important therapeutic programs, with a strong emphasis on registrational studies and global development execution. The role will partner closely with cross-functional teams to shape clinical plans, support regulatory milestones, and ensure high-quality study delivery. The successful candidate will bring deep medical oversight experience, strong scientific judgment, and the ability to influence complex programs without direct authority. Location: Remote Compensation: $340,000 – $370,000 annually Responsibilities Serve as the clinical lead for clinical programs, overseeing trial design and execution. Lead the development of clinical plans, protocols, and amendments. Provide medical oversight for Phase 2/3 registrational studies, ensuring safety and data integrity. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure efficient study execution and issue resolution. Drive key milestones including study start-up, enrollment, interim analyses, and data reporting. Act as the medical monitor for assigned studies, reviewing safety signals and protocol deviations. Contribute to global regulatory strategy and author clinical regulatory documents. Qualifications MD or equivalent medical degree required; board certification preferred in Internal Medicine, Cardiology, Nephrology, Endocrinology, or a related field. 10+ years of industry clinical development experience, including significant late-stage and registrational trial leadership. Prior experience as a medical monitor and clinical lead for Phase 2/3 studies. Proven experience supporting NDA/BLA submissions and interacting with health authorities. Strong understanding of GCP, ICH guidelines, safety reporting, and global clinical development processes. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and influence without direct authority. Strong scientific communication and presentation skills. Experience in hypertension, cardiovascular, renal, or metabolic disease preferred. Benefits Medical, dental, and vision insurance. Paid time off and 401(k) plan. Participation in incentive plans contingent on performance. Standard company benefits. Our client is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every qualification—your background could be exactly what this team needs. #J-18808-Ljbffr