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Clinical Program Leader

Job in Rome, Italy
Listing for: Biotecnologie - Farmacia - Chimica
Contract position
Listed on 2026-01-05
Job specializations:
  • Management
  • Healthcare
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 30000 - 50000 EUR Yearly EUR 30000.00 50000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Business Area: R&D, Pharmacovigilance & Regulatory Affairs

Job Type: Direct Employee

Contract Type:
Permanent

Location:

Europe - Remote, IT

About us
Based in Parma, Italy, Chiesi is an international research-focused pharmaceutical and healthcare group with 90 years’ experience, operating in 31 countries with more than 7,000 employees (Chiesi Group). To achieve its mission of improving people’s quality of life by acting responsibly towards society and the environment, the Group researches, develops and markets innovative drugs in its main therapeutic areas:  Discover more here

We are proud to be the largest global pharmaceutical group to be awarded  B Corp Certification , a recognition of  high social and environmental standards . We are a  reliable  company that adopts and promotes a  transparent and ethical behavior  at all levels.

We believe that the success of  Chiesi  is built and shaped by our people and our strong set of shared Values and Behaviors. Our people make a critical difference to our success, which is why it is vital that we attract and retain the right talent who will continue to enrich our culture by living and breathing our values and behaviors.

In fact, we are a global family made up of different cultures, genders, generations, ethnicities, abilities, sexual identities and many other enriching diversities.

Chiesi Research & Development
Our R&D team represents a fundamental asset for the business. It is divided into integrated functional areas focusing on pipeline projects including discovery and preclinical research, global technical development, drug delivery technology, clinical development, regulatory affairs, pharmacovigilance, intellectual property, quality assurance, R&D project and portfolio management. Headquartered in the new purpose-built and fully integrated Research and Development Centre in Parma (Italy), the team also has important operations in Paris (France), Chippenham (UK), Cary (US), Stockholm (Sweden), Toronto (Canada) and Shanghai (China).

Who we are looking for
Purpose
The Clinical Program Leader (CPL) is a core member of the cross‑functional R&D Global Core Team, playing a pivotal role in shaping the global clinical strategy and development for their assigned program. They ensure scientific and medical integrity in the development and execution of clinical studies, leading clinical input into regulatory submissions and interactions. This role requires strong scientific acumen, matrix team leadership, and strategic vision to drive the successful development and commercialization of innovative therapies in alignment with patient needs and global regulatory standards.

Main Responsibilities

Leads the strategic planning and high-quality execution of clinical development programs, ensuring scientific rigor and alignment with regulatory and business objectives.

Provide clinical leadership within the Core Team, ensuring the clinical perspective informs key strategic decisions.

Lead the Clinical Team in designing and executing a comprehensive global clinical development strategy from Phase 1 through Phase 4, optimizing study design and execution.

Clinical oversight of the design, implementation and operational delivery of clinical studies from early to late-stage drug development.

Provides medical and scientific leadership to cross‑functional teams, driving internal disease awareness and enhancing knowledge of the product landscape.

Represents the company and clinical program in regulatory authority interactions, governance meetings and external partnerships, engages with external experts and key stakeholders.

Drive data‑driven decision‑making by interpreting clinical trial results and integrating findings into program strategy.

Engage with regulatory authorities, external experts, and key stakeholders to shape development plans and ensure compliance with global regulatory requirements.

Foster innovation and continuous improvement in clinical trial design and execution to enhance patient outcomes and program efficiency.

Experience Required
Significant experience in designing and executing a comprehensive clinical research & development plan. At least 5 years in an R&D role in the…
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