Associate Director - Clinical Development, Oncology

Eli Lilly and Company; United States; Remote; USD 111,000 - 163,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Associate Director for Clinical Development in Oncology. This pivotal role involves leading cross-functional teams to execute complex clinical trials, ensuring timely delivery of milestones while managing budgets and risks. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in clinical research, particularly in oncology, and will leverage their expertise to influence study design and drive process improvements. Join a dynamic team committed to making a positive impact on global health through innovative solutions and dedicated leadership.

Benefits

401(k)

Health Coverage

Bonuses

Diversity and Inclusion Programs

Qualifications

• 5+ years of clinical research experience, particularly in oncology.
• Strong project management skills with a focus on budget and risk assessment.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional teams to execute complex clinical trials.
• Manage trial budgets and enrollment strategies effectively.

Skills

Clinical Research

Oncology Trials

Project Management

Risk Assessment

Budget Management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a scientific or health-related field

Tools

Veeva

MS Project

MS Excel

PowerBI

Job description

At Lilly, we unite caring with discovery to make life better for people around the world. We are a global healthcare leader headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana. Our employees work worldwide to discover and bring life-changing medicines to those in need, improve disease understanding and management, and contribute to our communities through philanthropy and volunteerism. We prioritize our efforts and put people first, seeking individuals committed to making a positive impact globally.

About Lilly

We serve an outstanding purpose—making a difference by discovering, developing, and delivering medicines that help people live longer, healthier, more active lives. Beyond breakthrough medications, we develop innovative solutions to support communities through philanthropy and volunteer efforts.

Position Overview: Associate Director, Clinical Development, Oncology

The Associate Director leads cross-functional study teams in developing and executing complex clinical trials. They are responsible regionally and globally for delivering clinical milestones on time, within scope, budget, and with quality, demonstrating leadership and influence throughout the trial process.

Key Responsibilities

1. Scope Management: Understand and monitor the scope of work, making adjustments as needed to meet trial objectives.
2. Timeline Planning: Develop and align on global trial enrollment plans across functions and geographies.
3. Risk Assessment: Identify, monitor, and mitigate trial risks with contingency planning.
4. Budget Oversight: Create and track trial budgets, communicate with partners, and manage financial assumptions.
5. Enrollment Strategy: Manage enrollment strategies from country allocation to Last Patient Entered Treatment (LPET).
6. Process Improvement: Identify opportunities for trial enhancements based on industry trends and new technologies.
7. Third-Party Management: Oversee TPO qualification, selection, and oversight, and serve as the CRO contact.

Clinical Trial Leadership & Expertise

Leverage broad understanding of therapeutic areas and clinical development to influence study design and regional decisions. Ensure Trial Master Files are inspection-ready, and act as a subject matter expert to support process rollout and quality issues resolution.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a scientific or health-related field
• At least 5 years of clinical research or related experience
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S. (no sponsorship expected)

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience leading large oncology clinical trials
• Ability to work effectively across cultures and with global teams
• Proficiency in clinical trial systems (e.g., Veeva, MS Project, MS Excel, PowerBI)
• Periodic travel to scientific or regional meetings

Additional Information

Lilly is committed to diversity and inclusion, providing accommodations during the application process. Our employee resource groups support a diverse workforce. Compensation will depend on education, experience, and location, with an estimated salary range of $111,000 to $162,800. Benefits include bonuses, 401(k), health coverage, and more. Lilly reserves the right to modify these programs as needed.

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