VP, Cardiology Clinical Development & Strategy

Cornerstone Search Group; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 300,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

Cornerstone Search Group is representing a leading biotech client seeking a VP, Clinical Development (Cardiology) to shape clinical strategy and own a flagship late‑stage cardiovascular program. This is a rare opportunity to influence portfolio decisions and build a world‑class clinical development organization in a fast‑growing company.

You will partner directly with the CEO and CMO, leading a team of clinical scientists and physicians, overseeing trial design, regulatory strategy, and

Qualifications

• Medical degree required; board certification strongly preferred.
• 12+ years in clinical drug development, Cardiovascular focus ideal.
• Experience as Clinical Lead for a cardiovascular program, late-stage milestones.
• Strong understanding of trial design, regulatory strategy, cross-functional leadership.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Clinical Lead with end-to-end ownership of the clinical strategy for a key cardiovascular program.
• Own clinical development plans and protocol design, input on indication and target product profile.
• Lead the Clinical Strategy Sub-Team to craft and execute innovative development plans.
• Build and mentor physician and clinical scientist teams.

Skills

Executive leadership

Clinical strategy

Cross-functional leadership

Regulatory strategy

Team building

Education

Medical Degree

Board certification (preferred)

Job description

Cornerstone Search Group is representing a leading biotech client seeking a VP, Clinical Development (Cardiology) to shape clinical strategy and own a flagship late‑stage cardiovascular program. This is a rare opportunity to influence portfolio decisions and build a world‑class clinical development organization in a fast‑growing company.

You will partner directly with the CEO and CMO, leading a team of clinical scientists and physicians, overseeing trial design, regulatory strategy, and