Executive Director, Clinical Development, Breast Cancer

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for an Executive Director, Clinical Development, Breast Cancer based in United States.

This is a senior leadership opportunity for an experienced physician-scientist to shape the clinical development strategy for innovative breast cancer therapies from early-stage research through late-phase development. The role combines scientific leadership, strategic decision-making, and cross-functional collaboration to drive successful clinical programs that have the potential to improve patient outcomes worldwide. You will partner with internal experts, regulatory teams, investigators, and key opinion leaders while leading multidisciplinary teams across complex global initiatives. This position offers the opportunity to influence portfolio strategy, mentor high-performing clinical development professionals, and contribute to the advancement of cutting-edge oncology research in a dynamic, mission-driven environment.

Accountabilities: Lead the clinical development strategy for breast cancer programs across early and late-stage development, ensuring execution aligns with scientific, regulatory, budget, and timeline objectives.

Provide clinical leadership and oversight for assigned development programs, guiding study design, execution, medical review, data interpretation, and key development milestones.

Partner with regulatory, research, translational science, commercial, legal, and business development teams to support regulatory submissions and overall product development strategy.

Represent clinical development in governance committees, strategic planning discussions, and scientific decision-making while contributing to disease area and portfolio strategies.

Build and maintain strong relationships with clinical investigators, academic collaborators, and key opinion leaders to support study execution and scientific engagement.

Lead scientific communications, including advisory boards, medical congresses, publications, and other external engagement activities that support clinical programs.

Monitor the competitive landscape and evolving clinical evidence to inform strategic decisions and optimize development plans.

Recruit, mentor, develop, and lead high-performing clinical development professionals while fostering collaboration, innovation, and continuous growth across the organization.

Requirements

MD or equivalent medical degree with subspecialty training in hematology, oncology, or a closely related field.

Minimum of 8 years of biotechnology, pharmaceutical, or relevant academic clinical development experience; 10+ years preferred.

Extensive expertise in oncology clinical development, including early- and late-phase clinical trials, regulatory strategy, and program leadership.

Demonstrated experience leading clinical programs from study startup through execution, medical monitoring, database lock, regulatory interactions, and submission activities.

Strong scientific background with the ability to translate complex clinical research into successful development strategies and commercially viable therapies.

Proven leadership experience managing multidisciplinary teams, mentoring talent, and driving organizational growth.

Excellent communication, presentation, stakeholder management, and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Strong strategic thinking, organizational leadership, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, highly collaborative global environment.

Benefits

Annual base salary ranging from $329,700 to $409,700 , depending on experience, qualifications, and location.

Eligibility for an annual bonus or incentive compensation program.

Opportunity to receive discretionary equity awards and participate in the Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.

401(k) retirement savings plan.

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) options.

Life insurance coverage and wellness benefits.

Paid Time Off (PTO).

Remote work opportunity within the United States.

Opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking oncology research while working alongside globally recognized scientific and clinical experts.

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