Senior Director, Clinical Development

Daiichi Sankyo; Basking Ridge (NJ); On-site; USD 230,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Daiichi Sankyo, Inc. seeks a Senior Director, Clinical Development to lead oncology trials within Global Oncology Clinical Development.

You will shape strategy, oversee study design, execution, data interpretation, and regulatory responses across Phase 1–3 programs, aligning with product objectives and regulatory expectations. The role requires medical accountability for trials, matrix management across internal and external partners, and leadership of cross-functional teams to deliver

Qualifications

• MD required for clinical development leadership.
• Postgraduate training in TA or related specialty is required.
• 7+ years of relevant clinical development experience.

Responsibilities

• Act as study medical expert and oversee CRO Medical Monitor activities.
• Lead development and execution of the Clinical Development Plan (CDP) with alignment to TPP.
• Interpret and present clinical data to stakeholders; support regulatory and safety reporting.
• Provide medical leadership for study design, protocol development and key documents.
• Travel up to 20% domestically and internationally.

Skills

Clinical development

Medical monitoring

Regulatory submissions

Education

MD

Postgraduate training in TA or related specialty

Job description

Job Title: Senior Director, Clinical Development

Job Requisition ID: 1972

Posting Start Date: 8/26/26

At Daiichi Sankyo, we are united by a single purpose, to improve lives around the world through innovative medicines. With a legacy of innovation since 1899, a presence in more than 30 countries, and more than 19,000 employees, we are advancing breakthrough therapies in oncology, cardiovascular disease, rare diseases, and immune disorders. Guided by our 2030 vision to \"be an innovative global healthcare company contributing to the sustainable development of society\", we are shaping a healthier, more hopeful future for patients, their families, and society.

Job Summary

The Senior Director sits within Global Oncology Clinical Development, an organization dedicated to the effective strategy, design, execution, and interpretation of Oncology clinical trials.

Position Summary / Objective

• Serves as a primary source of medical accountability and oversight for one or more clinical trials
• Matrix management responsibilities across the internal and external network
• Manages Phase 1 - Phase 3 studies (depending on assignment) with demonstrated decision-making capabilities
• Provides medical and scientific expertise to cross-functional DSI colleagues

Responsibilities

Medical Monitoring

• Provides medical input on study and country feasibility, including site feasibility assessments
• Contributes to eCRF design, UAT, and CRF Completion Guidelines as needed
• Conducts ongoing clinical data review and assesses protocol deviations
• Addresses medical queries from sites/IRBs, including eligibility, safety, dose modifications, and adverse event management
• Serves as study medical expert and oversees CRO Medical Monitor activities, including data review and medical guidance (e.g., AE coding)

Clinical Development Expertise & Strategy

• Leads development and execution of the Clinical Development Plan (CDP), ensuring alignment with protocols and Target Product Profile (TPP)
• Provides medical/scientific leadership for study design, protocol development, and key study-level documents (e.g., CSR, IB, regulatory responses)
• Interprets and presents clinical data to internal and external stakeholders; supports regulatory and safety reporting (e.g., DSUR, PSUR)
• Delivers scientific training and leads key study meetings (e.g., IM, SIV) on compound, disease, and safety management
• Maintains deep therapeutic area expertise and contributes to strategic insights on disease landscape, competition, and product positioning (TPP/EPP)
• Leads engagement with governance bodies (e.g., DMC, Steering Committee), including charter development, presentations, and ongoing oversight
• Oversees external partnerships (e.g., CROs, AROs, cooperative groups) and contributes to labeling and product lifecycle management

Health Authority Interactions & Publications

• May contribute to addressing questions about medical decisions, clinical data review, protocol deviations, etc., and/or scientific aspects of the study during FDA, MHRA, EMA, and PMDA interactions, such as pre-submissions, end of phase 1/2, and inspections
• May support the GCL, if applicable, in planning and executing the overall publication and clinical communication strategy (overall or at the individual trial level), providing input to key external presentations.
• Contributes to and serves as the medical point of expertise in key Health Authority interactions and Ad board meetings

Qualifications

Education Qualifications

• MD required
• Postgraduate training in TA or related specialty required

Experience Qualifications

• 7+ years relevant clinical development experience required

Travel Requirements

Ability to travel up to 20% of the time. Domestic and International travel will be required.

Daiichi Sankyo, Inc. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.