Senior Director Clinical Research Scientist

Incyte Corporation; Wilmington (DE); On-site; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Incyte Corporation is seeking a Senior Director Clinical Scientist to lead the design and execution of early-phase clinical studies. You will play a crucial role in translating innovative therapies into clinical value, collaborating with cross-functional teams.

The ideal candidate holds a degree in life sciences and has several years of experience in drug development. Strong analytical, written, and verbal communication skills are essential. Willingness to travel up to 20% is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum of several years of experience in research with relevant drug development experience.
• Experience in oncology drug development is preferred but not required.
• Willingness to travel up to 20%.

Responsibilities

• Maintain updated knowledge of competitive landscape.
• Serve as liaison to project teams, CROs, and Clinical sub-teams.
• Monitor, review and summarize safety and efficacy data in ongoing studies.

Skills

Analytical skills

Strong written communication

Strong verbal communication

Ability to work independently

Education

Degree in scientific/life-sciences field

Job description

Overview

Incyte is a global, science-driven biopharmaceutical company recognized for its strong growth and deep commitment to advancing therapies in Hematology, Oncology, and Immunology.

With a diverse and expanding early pipeline, Incyte is shaping the next generation of targeted and immune-based therapies. Our strength lies in our ability to combine scientific insight with clinical execution, transforming discoveries into impactful medicines for patients worldwide.

We are a company in motion, growing, evolving, and investing in early development as a core engine of innovation. At Incyte, every idea begins with science - and every scientist plays a part in shaping what comes next.

Role

As a Senior Director Clinical Scientist within Early Clinical Development, you will play a central role in the design, execution, and interpretation of early‑phase clinical studies for innovative programs across Incyte's expanding portfolio.

You will operate at the interface of science and strategy, shaping developmental plans that translate molecular innovation into clinical value. Working in partnership with physicians, discovery scientists, and cross‑functional experts, you will influence key decisions that determine the trajectory of our investigational assets.

This position offers the opportunity to work on first‑in‑class and best‑in‑class compounds, driving programmes that represent the future of Incyte's pipeline and the next wave of progress for patients worldwide.

Key responsibilities include:

• Maintain updated knowledge of competitive landscape in regard to assets with similar MOA and/or evolving standards of care for indications of interest.
• Serve as liaison to project teams, CROs, Clinical sub‑teams, and others.
• Clinical lead for study abstracts, posters, oral presentations, and manuscripts for assigned studies, ensuring inclusive and diverse representation in all materials.
• Develop relationships with appropriate consultants and external experts and utilize these relationships to obtain feedback on protocol design.
• Represent clinical development on project teams.
• Monitor, review and summarize safety and efficacy data in ongoing studies.
• Contribute to the development of program strategy for assigned compounds/programs including participation in the preparation of clinical development plans, drafting and review of clinical scientific documents such as IND, IND amendments, Investigator Brochures, Annual Reports and other Health Authority submissions.
• Develop protocols for clinical studies.

Qualifications

• Degree in scientific/life‑sciences field or equivalent experience. Advanced degrees such as Pharm.D. or Ph.D. are valued but not required.
• Minimum of several years of experience in research with relevant drug development experience are required. Alternative drug development experience will be considered.
• Experience in oncology drug development is preferred, but not required, to encourage candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply.
• Willingness to travel up to 20% or as business needs require, with accommodations available for individuals with disabilities.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and thrive in a dynamic environment.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications. Management reserves the right to change or modify such duties as required.