Medical Director, Clinical Development
$243.3k - $334.59kDeciphera Pharmaceuticals
Medical Director, Clinical Development
We are seeking a driven and strategic Medical Director, Clinical Development to lead clinical development efforts across one or more early- or late-stage programs. This pivotal role offers the opportunity to shape clinical strategy, serve as medical monitor, and collaborate cross-functionally to drive execution. Depending on business needs, the role may also include mentoring clinical scientists and contributing to business development and process improvement initiatives.
Clinical Development Leadership (75%)
- Lead clinical strategy and execution for one or more programs; serve as medical monitor and oversee study-level activities.
- Conduct data review in collaboration with clinical science and safety; author clinical and regulatory documents (e.g., protocols, IBs, INDs).
- Engage with KOLs, lead advisory boards and steering committees, and support publications.
- Present findings to leadership and contribute to the scientific and commercial advancement of pipeline assets.
Organizational Contribution & Cross-Functional Collaboration (25%)
- Partner cross-functionally to drive alignment, communication, and operational excellence across teams as well as between Ono and Deciphera.
- Contribute clinical insights to target assessments, business development, and strategic initiatives.
- Support Medical Affairs and serve as a clinical liaison for study sites and internal teams.
- Participate in continuous improvement efforts and help foster a collaborative company culture.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
- MD (or equivalent) with 8+ years of academic/industry experience, including 3+ years in clinical trials
- Proven experience in trial design, execution, and medical monitoring
- Strong understanding of GCP/ICH and global regulatory standards
- Familiarity with data review tools (e.g., Rave, J-Review, Spotfire)
- Excellent leadership, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills
- Ability to work across time zones and up to 30% travel
Preferred Experience
- Board-certified in Medical Oncology
- Experience across Phases 1–3 of clinical development
- Direct interaction with U.S. and ex-U.S. regulatory agencies
- Background in basic or translational research
Additional Information
Deciphera is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The base salary pay range for this role is $243,300 - $334,590. Actual compensation packages will depend on various factors, including, but not limited to depth of experience, education, skillset, overall performance and/or location.
Deciphera believes in providing a competitive compensation and benefits package to all employees. Our base salary is just one component of Deciphera's competitive total rewards strategy that also includes annual performance bonus, a long-term incentive plan, full range of benefits and other incentive compensation plans (if applicable)
Benefits:
- Competitive salary and annual bonus.
- Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan with company match, and more.
- Generous parental leave and family planning benefits.
- Outstanding culture and opportunities for personal and professional growth.
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