Executive Director, Experimental Medicine - Immunology

Boehringer Ingelheim GmbH; Ridgefield (CT); On-site; USD 280,000 - 441,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonuses

Relocation assistance

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Boehringer Ingelheim GmbH in Ridgefield, Connecticut, is seeking an Executive Director, Experimental Medicine in Immunology. This role involves leadership for early clinical development, focusing on proof-of-concept studies and clinical strategy. Candidates must possess an MD or MD/PhD, have cell therapy experience, and a solid grasp of clinical trial design. A robust compensation package is included, ranging from $280,000 to $441,000, along with role-specific bonuses and other benefits.

Qualifications

• Must have experience in cell therapy.
• Solid understanding of disease biology and clinical trial design.
• Ability to lead multidisciplinary teams effectively.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to early clinical plans for the Therapeutic Area.
• Ensure timely delivery of Phase I–IIb studies.
• Engage with scientific forums and key opinion leaders.

Skills

Leadership

Scientific Expertise

Communication

Regulatory Knowledge

Innovation

Education

MD or MD/PhD in relevant medical specialty

Job description

Description

The Executive Director, Experimental Medicine – Immunology will provide leadership for early clinical development and experimental medicine within the Therapeutic Area (TA). This role focuses on advancing proof‑of‑concept studies and supporting global development plans. The incumbent will contribute to shaping clinical strategy and ensuring scientific rigor in early‑phase programs. This role will drive operational excellence and foster collaboration across functions to deliver high‑quality clinical outcomes aligned with TA objectives.

The Executive Director, Experimental Medicine influences portfolio progression and scientific reputation but with a narrower enterprise impact compared to VP level.

As an employee of Boehringer Ingelheim, you will actively contribute to the discovery, development, and delivery of our products to our patients and customers. Our global presence provides opportunities for all employees to collaborate internationally, offering visibility and opportunity to directly contribute to the companies' success. We realize that our strength and competitive advantage lie with our people. We support our employees in several ways to foster a healthy working environment, meaningful work, mobility, networking, and work‑life balance. Our competitive compensation and benefit programs reflect Boehringer Ingelheim’s high regard for our employees.

Duties & Responsibilities

Clinical & Scientific Leadership:

• Contributes to development and execution of early clinical plans for the TA.
• Ensures timely delivery of Phase I–IIb studies with scientific integrity and regulatory compliance.
• Maintains awareness of emerging science and competitor activities; applies insights to optimize study design and execution.
• Reviews and provides input on protocols, reports, and publications.
• Provides guideance to a team of clinical scientists and physicians, fostering collaboration and high performance.
• Promotes innovation and operational excellence within early development teams.

Cross‑Functional Collaboration:

• Partners with Research, Clinical Pharmacology, Regulatory, and Clinical Operations to ensure alignment and smooth execution.
• Participates in governance discussions and provides recommendations to support decision‑making.

External Engagement:

• Represents the organization in scientific forums and with key opinion leaders as appropriate.
• Supports preliminary evaluations for potential in‑licensing opportunities

Requirements

• MD or MD/PhD in relevant medical specialty/Therapeutic Area required
• Cell therapy experience
• Scientific Expertise: Solid understanding of disease biology, clinical trial design, and translational medicine.
• Leadership: Ability to lead and develop multidisciplinary teams.
• Strategic Execution: Skilled in implementing clinical plans aligned with TA objectives.
• Communication: Strong ability to engage internal and external stakeholders.
• Regulatory Knowledge: Familiarity with global drug development and compliance requirements.
• Innovation: Experience applying novel approaches in early clinical development.

Eligibility Requirements

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction.
• Must be willing to take a drug test and post‑offer physical (if required).
• Must be 18 years of age or older.

Compensation Data

Compensation: The base salary range for this position is $280,000 to $441,000. The position may be eligible for a role‑specific discretionary bonus, relocation, and/or other compensation elements. We continuously review market data and may adjust salary ranges as needed in the future. Actual compensation will be based on job‑related factors such as skills, experience, and qualifications, and other factors permitted by law.