(Senior) Clinical Program Lead

Boehringer Ingelheim; Ingelheim am Rhein; On-site; EUR 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Wellbeing package

Job summary

Boehringer Ingelheim invites applications for a (Senior) Clinical Program Lead in Pulmonology. The role focuses on late-stage development, Phase III execution, and pediatric strategy, with leadership across cross-functional teams to drive programs from strategy to submission.

Based in Ingelheim or Biberach, the candidate will contribute to regulatory interactions, publications, and Medical Affairs deliverables while advancing asset strategies in a global context.

Qualifications

• MD degree with extensive clinical and scientific experience in pulmonology or respiratory diseases.
• Experience interacting with regulatory authorities and contributing to global regulatory submissions.
• Ability to evaluate and develop clinical development strategies, study concepts, and trial designs.

Responsibilities

• Design and drive clinical development activities for a late-stage respiratory asset, with focus on Phase III execution and pediatric strategy.
• Guide cross-functional teams including clinical operations, biostatistics, biomarkers, and patient safety.
• Oversee the clinical trial program and contribute to regulatory dossiers and labeling activities.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders on development plans and governance.

Skills

Leadership

English communication

Strategic thinking

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

MD degree in pulmonology/respiratory

Job description

Lead the Future of Medicine – as (Senior) Clinical Program Lead in the Therapeutic Area of Pulmonology.

To ensure the fastest and most focused path from strategy to patients, we are evolving our OneHP organization. Together, we are simplifying our structures, strengthening the accountability of Therapeutic Areas, and creating clear interfaces between Innovation and Business. This ensures that our assets are efficiently transformed into successful brands, with the ultimate goal of delivering lasting value to patients around the world.

We are looking for a highly motivated physician-scientist to support the late-stage development of innovative therapies in bronchiectasis. As (Senior) Clinical Program Lead, you will play a key role in advancing a Phase III program through submission activities, pediatric development strategy, and cross-functional clinical leadership.

This position can be filled in Ingelheim or Biberach.

This position can be filled either as Clinical Program Lead or Senior Clinical Program Lead.

The Position

Lead the Future of Medicine – as (Senior) Clinical Program Lead in the Therapeutic Area of Pulmonology.

To ensure the fastest and most focused path from strategy to patients, we are evolving our OneHP organization. Together, we are simplifying our structures, strengthening the accountability of Therapeutic Areas, and creating clear interfaces between Innovation and Business. This ensures that our assets are efficiently transformed into successful brands, with the ultimate goal of delivering lasting value to patients around the world.

We are looking for a highly motivated physician-scientist to support the late-stage development of innovative therapies in bronchiectasis. As (Senior) Clinical Program Lead, you will play a key role in advancing a Phase III program through submission activities, pediatric development strategy, and cross-functional clinical leadership.

This position can be filled in Ingelheim or Biberach.

This position can be filled either as Clinical Program Lead or Senior Clinical Program Lead.

Tasks & responsibilities

• Design and drive clinical development activities for a late-stage respiratory asset, with a particular focus on Phase III execution, submission readiness, and pediatric development strategy
• Guide cross-functional teams, including experts from clinical trial operations, biostatistics, biomarkers, and patient safety, to ensure high-quality execution as the clinical lead
• Oversee the clinical trial program and contribute to continuous benefit-risk assessment throughout the development lifecycle
• Provide input to regulatory strategy and clinical components of regulatory dossiers, labeling activities, and interactions with health authorities
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including development teams, key opinion leaders, steering committees, and safety monitoring boards
• Contribute to scientific publications, evidence generation activities, and Medical Affairs deliverables to support the overall asset strategy

Additional tasks for Senior Clinical Program Lead

• Supervise and mentor other Clinical Program Leads within the assigned program area
• Represent the development team in governance and leadership committees and contribute to strategic portfolio decisions

Requirements

• MD degree with extensive clinical and scientific experience in pulmonology or respiratory diseases
• Several years of experience in clinical drug development within the pharmaceutical industry or equivalent experience in academic clinical research
• Experience interacting with regulatory authorities and contributing to global regulatory submissions
• Ability to evaluate and develop clinical development strategies, study concepts, and clinical trial designs
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to influence and collaborate effectively across diverse stakeholder groups
• Excellent communication skills in English, both written and verbal

Additional requirements for Senior Clinical Program Lead

• Long-term experience in clinical drug development within respiratory diseases
• Proven leadership experience in global matrix organizations and strategic project governance

As part of our commitment to transparency and fairness, salary information will be shared during the recruitment process. We also offer a comprehensive benefits and wellbeing package.

Applications from persons with severe disabilities are warmly welcomed. In cases of equal qualifications, such applicants will be given preferential consideration in the selection process.

Our Company

Boehringer Ingelheim is a biopharmaceutical company active in both human and animal health. As one of the industry's top investors in research and development, the company focuses on developing innovative therapies that can improve and extend lives in areas of high unmet medical need. Independent since its foundation in 1885, Boehringer takes a long-term perspective, embedding sustainability along the entire value chain. Our approximately 54,300 employees serve over 130 markets to build a healthier and more sustainable tomorrow. Learn more at www.boehringer-ingelheim.com.

Why Boehringer Ingelheim?

With us, you can develop your own path in a company with a culture that knows our differences are our strengths - and break new ground in the drive to make millions of lives better.

Here, your development is our priority. Supporting you to build a career as part of a workplace that is independent, authentic and bold, while tackling challenging work in a respectful and friendly environment where everyone is valued and welcomed.

Alongside, you have access to programs and groups that ensure your health and wellbeing are looked after - as we make major investments to drive global accessibility to healthcare. By being part of a team that is constantly innovating, you'll be helping to transform lives for generations.

Want to learn more? Visit https://www.boehringer-ingelheim.com