Distinguished Scientist, Clinical Research, Thoracic Malignancies

Job Overview

We manage clinical studies to generate safety and efficacy data required for regulatory approval of potential new drugs and new indications for existing products. The Distinguished Scientist (Executive Director) and Product Development Team (PDT) Lead, Oncology Global Clinical Development, has primary responsibility for planning and directing clinical research activities involving new or marketed drugs in the Oncology Clinical Research group and the field of Thoracic Oncology.

• Evaluating pre‑clinical and translational work to generate early clinical development plans and Investigational New Drug applications.
• Developing clinical development strategies for investigational or marketed agents that incorporate scientific developments, regulatory requirements, competitive landscape, and commercial considerations.
• Planning clinical trials (design, operational plans, settings) based on these strategies.
• Monitoring and managing the conduct of ongoing or new clinical trials for investigational or marketed agents.
• Analyzing and summarizing clinical findings from studies to support decisions regarding safety and efficacy, new drug applications, clinical study reports, or publications.
• Participation in internal and joint research project teams, supporting business development assessments of external opportunities.
• Providing support for other therapeutic areas regarding clinical issues related to oncology compounds.
• Managing directors and/or senior directors responsible for Oncology Global Clinical Development projects.
• Supervising clinical teams in execution of clinical studies.
• Reporting to and collaborating with Section Head to promote the company’s development strategy on the indication of interest.
• Working closely with a cross‑functional group in commercialization, regulatory affairs, statistics, medical affairs, and manufacturing to manage clinical projects.
• Maintaining awareness of scientific developments within area of expertise, identifying strong investigators, establishing communication with prominent investigators, and attending scientific meetings to maintain competency.
• Authoring detailed development documents, presentations, budgets, and position papers for internal and external audiences.
• Facilitating collaborations with external researchers worldwide.
• Traveling on company business approximately twenty percent of the time to manage ongoing or future clinical research projects.

M.D. or M.D./Ph.D.

• Experience in industry in the field of Thoracic Oncology.
• Minimum of 3 years of clinical medicine experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of industry experience in drug development.
• Demonstrated record of scientific scholarship and achievement.
• Proven track record in clinical medicine and background in biomedical research.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to function in a team environment.

• Board Certified or Eligible in Oncology (and/or Hematology).
• Prior specific experience in clinical research and prior publication.

• Clinical Development
• Clinical Judgment
• Clinical Medicine
• Clinical Research
• Clinical Trial Planning
• Clinical Trials
• Cross‑Cultural Awareness
• Cross‑Functional Teamwork
• Drug Development
• Ethical Standards
• Medical Research
• Oncology
• Pulmonology
• Regulatory Requirements
• Research Methodologies
• Scientific Consulting
• Scientific Leadership
• Scientific Research
• Strategic Leadership

(None specified beyond required skills)

Salary range: $ – $ (based on education, qualifications, experience, geographic location, and other factors). Eligible for an annual bonus and long‑term incentive if applicable.

Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, healthcare and other insurance (for employee and family), retirement benefits (401(k)), paid holidays, vacation, compassionate and sick days.

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. As a federal contractor, we comply with all affirmative action requirements for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.