Executive Director, Clinical Development (MD)

Scorpion Therapeutics; New Haven (CT); On-site; USD 250,000 - 380,000; Full time

Job summary

Scorpion Therapeutics invites an Executive Director of Clinical Development to lead immunology programs in allergy, dermatology, and related areas. You will shape clinical strategy, oversee Phase 1-4 trials, and ensure patient safety across programs.

The role emphasizes collaboration with cross-functional teams, regulatory submissions, scientific publications, and active KOL engagement to advance innovative therapies for immune and allergic diseases.

Qualifications

• MD degree and 8+ years in biotech/pharma clinical development
• Experience in immunology, allergy or dermatology preferred
• Experience with regulatory submissions and patient safety oversight

Responsibilities

• Lead trial planning/execution across Phase 1–4 programs
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (clinical pharmacology, translational medicine, pharmacovigilance)
• Prepare regulatory documents (INDs, BLAs, NDAs) and manage external partners (CROs, academic institutions, KOLs)
• Interpret data, write clinical reports and contribute to scientific publications

Job description

Role

Executive Director, Clinical Development leading immunology programs in allergy, dermatology, and related areas. Primary objectives include shaping clinical strategy, overseeing Phase 1-4 trials, ensuring patient safety, and contributing to scientific content and KOL engagement.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities encompass trial planning/execution, collaboration with cross-functional teams (clinical pharmacology, translational medicine, pharmacovigilance), regulatory document preparation (INDs, BLAs, NDAs), and external partner management (CROs, academic institutions, KOLs). Data interpretation, clinical reports, and scientific publications are key outputs.

Requirements

Requirements: MD with 8+ years in biotech/pharma clinical development, preferably in immunology, allergy, or dermatology, with experience in biologics or small molecules for immune and allergic diseases (e.g., chronic urticaria, allergic asthma). Expertise in clinical trial design (Phases 1-3), regulatory submissions, and patient safety oversight. Strong communication and cross-functional team collaboration skills are essential. Experience with FDA/EMA processes and regulatory filings is desirable.

High-value: immunology, allergy/dermatology, biologics/small molecules, Phase 1-4 trials, regulatory submissions, KOL engagement. Work setup and travel details not specified.