Senior Director, Clinical Development: Phase 1-3 Lead

Apsida Life Science; Massachusetts; Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Apsida Life Science in the greater Boston area is seeking a Senior Director, Clinical Development to lead trial design, execution, and regulatory strategy across a growing pipeline. This high-visibility role reports to the SVP of Clinical Development and offers ownership of a program from early clinical stages through pivotal trial design.

The ideal candidate is MD (MD/PhD preferred) with significant Phase 1-3 trial experience, FDA interactions, and the ability to lead cross-functionally with

Qualifications

• MD or equivalent medical degree; MD/PhD preferred.
• Extensive experience in Phase 1–3 trial design and execution.
• Direct experience with FDA interactions and regulatory strategy.
• Ability to lead cross-functionally across regulatory affairs, biostatistics, and operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead trial design and protocol development across Phase 1–3.
• Serve as primary contact for FDA interactions and regulatory submissions.
• Mentor clinical development team and collaborate with global stakeholders.
• Oversee execution of clinical programs from early to pivotal stages.

Skills

Trial design

Regulatory strategy

Cross-functional leadership

FDA interactions

Education

MD

MD/PhD preferred

Job description

Apsida Life Science in the greater Boston area is seeking a Senior Director, Clinical Development to lead trial design, execution, and regulatory strategy across a growing pipeline. This high-visibility role reports to the SVP of Clinical Development and offers ownership of a program from early clinical stages through pivotal trial design.

The ideal candidate is MD (MD/PhD preferred) with significant Phase 1-3 trial experience, FDA interactions, and the ability to lead cross-functionally with