Global Oncology Clinical Development Leader

Fortvita Biologics; Palo Alto (CA); Hybrid; USD 300,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

Fortvita Biologics is seeking a physician executive to provide strategic and medical leadership for oncology clinical development programs within strategic partnerships. The Vice President will establish global development strategies and oversee medical leadership across programs.

This role collaborates with cross-functional teams and partners to ensure rigorous scientific standards, regulatory alignment, and patient safety while guiding alliance governance, external engagements, and regulatory

Qualifications

• MD or equivalent medical degree required.
• Board Certification in Medical Oncology or related preferred.
• Minimum of 15 years in biotech/pharma, with 10+ years in oncology clinical development.
• Proven success leading global oncology development programs.
• Extensive experience interacting with FDA and global regulators.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead integrated global oncology clinical development strategies.
• Provide strategic leadership across all development stages and milestones.
• Align development plans with regulatory, scientific, and commercial objectives.
• Evaluate emerging data and biomarker strategies to optimize programs.
• Prioritize portfolio, lifecycle planning, and investment decisions.
• Accelerate timelines while maintaining scientific rigor and patient safety.
• Represent Fortvita in alliance governance and executive reviews.
• Lead clinical discussions in governance meetings and program reviews.
• Resolve strategic and operational challenges across partnerships.
• Ensure milestones and contractual commitments are achieved.

Skills

Oncology leadership

Global development

Regulatory affairs

Executive communication

Cross-functional leadership

Partnership management

Education

MD or equivalent medical degree

Board Certification (oncology)

Job description

Fortvita Biologics is seeking a physician executive to provide strategic and medical leadership for oncology clinical development programs within strategic partnerships. The Vice President will establish global development strategies and oversee medical leadership across programs.

This role collaborates with cross-functional teams and partners to ensure rigorous scientific standards, regulatory alignment, and patient safety while guiding alliance governance, external engagements, and regulatory