Strategic Operations Lead, Oncology Development

Verastem Oncology; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

Verastem Oncology seeks a Development Strategy and Operations Lead to advance the VS-7375 program by connecting clinical insights with strategy and execution. This role leads critical projects, aligns cross-functional teams, and supports key development decisions.

You will coordinate with Medical Affairs, Market Access, and development teams to ensure data-driven decisions, prioritize initiatives, and drive efficiency across the development lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in life sciences or related field required.
• 7+ years pharma/biotech experience, or 4+ years in life sciences consulting.
• Proven ability to lead complex cross-functional projects and meet timelines.
• Knowledge of pharma R&D, clinical development, and oncology regulatory environment.
• Excellent communication and presenting skills, including with senior leadership.
• Ability to influence across functions and manage competing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic projects, define deliverables, timelines, and ownership; coordinate contributors and resolve risks.
• Drive cross-functional initiatives to improve development efficiency and manage vendors, budgets, timelines, and quality.
• Monitor the competitive landscape and translate data into strategic recommendations.
• Coordinate external communication with Medical Affairs, Medical Communications, and development teams for data disclosure and publications.
• Synthesize clinical and investigator insights to inform research priorities and translational strategy.
• Support launch readiness and evidence generation with Commercial, Market Access, and Medical Affairs.
• Facilitate critical decisions on priorities and resource allocation and ensure follow-through.

Skills

Cross-functional leadership

Strategic thinking

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Influence stakeholders

Education

Bachelor's degree in life sciences

Advanced degree (PhD/MBA/MD)

Job description

Verastem Oncology seeks a Development Strategy and Operations Lead to advance the VS-7375 program by connecting clinical insights with strategy and execution. This role leads critical projects, aligns cross-functional teams, and supports key development decisions.

You will coordinate with Medical Affairs, Market Access, and development teams to ensure data-driven decisions, prioritize initiatives, and drive efficiency across the development lifecycle.