Lead Medical Director

Genentech; Plymouth; On-site; USD 233,000 - 434,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company is seeking a Lead Medical Director to drive advancements in hematology treatments. This role involves supporting the Clinical Development Plan for assigned molecules, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and providing clinical science input for drug development. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in late-stage clinical development and a strong background in hematology/oncology. Join a forward-thinking organization committed to improving patient outcomes and fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of clinical experience; Board Certified in Hematology/Oncology.
• 5+ years of pharma/biotech late-stage clinical development experience.

Responsibilities

• Support the development and implementation of Clinical Development Plans.
• Collaborate with internal and external partners on trial-related issues.
• Contribute to regulatory filings and documentation.

Skills

Clinical Development

Data Analysis

Hematology/Oncology

Regulatory Filings

Clinical Trial Design

Interpersonal Skills

Education

MD/MBBS

MD/PhD

Job description

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The Position

We advance science so that we all have more time with the people we love.

With recent exciting developments in the hematology therapy area, we are now looking for a motivated physician with drug development experience in hematology/oncology. This role offers an opportunity to contribute to and develop hematology treatments in the non-malignant hematology space, specifically within hemophilia and gene therapy.

Roche’s Clinical Development organization is structured by therapeutic area and is responsible for developing and executing late development (Phase II – III) clinical strategies and plans that deliver medically-differentiated therapies providing meaningful improvements to patients. The Lead Medical Director plays a key role in developing the Clinical Development (CD) strategy and plan and is responsible for the effective and efficient execution of these plans for the assigned molecules or indications.

The Opportunity

• You will support the development and implementation of the Clinical Development Plan (CDP) for assigned molecules or indications, gathering and analyzing data and information necessary to create the CD plan.
• You will collaborate with internal and external partners and stakeholders, including multidisciplinary internal groups such as business development, research, commercial, and legal, acting as a subject matter expert on trial-related issues, health authority interactions, liaising with key opinion leaders, and supporting publications.
• You will participate in meetings, reviews, and discussions regarding early development/Phase I studies to provide clinical science input and guidance, including reviewing and providing late-stage input to Phase I & II protocols.
• You will have demonstrated experience in Phase II - III drug development.
• You will contribute to regulatory filings and documentation, providing clinical science information, and developing label and packaging language.
• You will ensure strategic and operational alignment of the CD plan with relevant strategies, working with team members to develop components such as analytics/data strategy, KOL development, and publications strategy.

This position is based in South San Francisco, CA, Welwyn, UK, and/or Basel, CH. Relocation benefits are not being offered for this position.

Who You Are:

(Required)

• You have an MD/MBBS, MD/PhD, with 3+ years of clinical experience; Board Certified in Hematology/Oncology.
• You have significant experience with data analysis, interpretation, and clinical relevance.
• You have 5+ years of pharma/biotech late-stage clinical development experience.

Preferred:

• Experience in non-malignant hematology, such as hemostasis, thrombosis, hemophilia, and gene therapy drug development.
• A PhD with research background and publications in scientific journals.
• Experience as a clinical development lead, with the ability to identify innovative approaches and mentor others.
• Experience with various clinical trial designs (accelerated approval, pivotal, breakthrough).
• Knowledge of the pharma/biotech industry and drug development processes.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and influencing skills, with proven ability to build relationships internally and externally.

Note: The salary range is 233,500-433,600, based on location and experience, with potential for bonuses. Benefits are detailed in the provided link. Genentech is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion.