Executive Director, Oncology Clinical Sciences

About the role

The Executive Director, Oncology Clinical Sciences leads a global group of clinical scientists supporting oncology programs from first‑in‑human through registrational development and lifecycle management. Reporting to the Global Head of Oncology Clinical Development, this senior scientific and people leadership role drives integrated early‑to‑late development across multiple indications.

Key responsibilities

• Provide senior clinical science leadership for multiple oncology development programs spanning early and late clinical phases.
• Manage clinical science sub‑group leaders for all oncology programs.
• Apply expert scientific judgment to key program decisions, including dose selection, endpoint strategy, emerging benefit‑risk assessment, and interpretation of complex clinical data.
• Ensure consistent, high‑quality clinical science contributions across all development stages, including protocols, Investigator Brochures, CRF design, safety strategy inputs, data review, and clinical study reports.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a global team of senior clinical scientists and people leaders based in the U.S. and Europe.
• Act as a visible leader in the transformation toward an integrated, program‑centric clinical development model.
• Operate effectively within a highly matrixed, global environment, collaborating with Development, Translational Medicine, Regulatory, Safety, Clinical Operations, and Biometrics teams.

Required profile

• PhD, PharmD, or equivalent advanced degree.
• 10+ years of experience in clinical research and/or pharmaceutical drug development, with significant oncology experience.
• Demonstrated success supporting development programs across multiple phases, including late‑stage and/or registrational activities.
• Proven ability to lead senior scientific professionals in a global, matrixed organization.
• Strong understanding of clinical development principles, GCP, ICH guidelines, and regulatory expectations.

What we offer

• Salary range $313,000‑$366,000, plus short‑term and long‑term incentive programs.
• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, unlimited sick and flex time, 401(k), life and disability insurance, and recognition programs.