Boston Based. Oncology/Cancer. Senior Medical Director position open (home based if outside of MA). MD required. Both Early and Late Stage Clinical Development positions open (2x positions). commercialised product and deep multi-program oncology portfolio.

Currently working with a biotech based in Boston, MA who have 3 offices globally, a diverse pipeline (onco focused) who need motivated Clinical Developers to support either their early stage (IND-Phase I) or their late stage (II-III).

Below is a snapshot of the responsibilities. Naturally this will differ depending on which program/stage of life-cycle.

Role Responsibilities:

Play a key role in shaping and executing clinical development plans that align with the company’s strategic goals.
Provide input in the creation of clinical trial protocols, defining study endpoints, and determining patient eligibility criteria.
Partner with internal teams to analyze and interpret trial data, offering insights and recommendations for upcoming development phases.
Report directly to the Chief Medical Officer (CMO), offering hands-on support for key decision-making.
Assist the CMO, CRO, and other stakeholders with essential tasks like Medical Monitoring, ensuring smooth daily operations for clinical research.
Oversee clinical trial execution from an operational perspective, including protocol design, investigator selection, and study monitoring activities.
Aid in drafting and reviewing critical clinical documents such as IND applications, investigator brochures, and regulatory filings.
Work closely with cross-functional teams—like translational research, medical affairs, and regulatory affairs—to ensure strategic alignment and clear communication across departments.

Qualifications:

MD required. (Note - a board certification or specialisation is not needed)
Essential: Previous clinical trial experience within oncology
Essential: Previous work in medical monitoring, clinical development or investigator work. A pure Clin Ops or Translational background will not work.
Essential: Some industry experience (Biotech/Pharma preferred but open to CRO work).
Essential: Positive and team-player attitude. Highly oncology/science driven.

The offer:

$310,000 to $350,000 base salary.
Bonus + Additionals on top.
Flexible working arrangement.
If near Boston, 2 days office expectation. If not in MA, then 1-2 days a month for important meetings.
Pivotal time to join the company - with excellent results published thus far.
Work as a partner to the exec-Clinical Dev team.
Career progression - this is a 1,000+ sized biotech with progression into leadership or multi-program management.
Inclusive, friendly and supportive working team.

Next steps

Apply via Linkedin (ideally) or email me directly.
Discussion with recruiter.
1st Interview with Hiring Manager
2nd Interview
Panel Interview (likely in person)
Offer

If you are working in Clinical Development. Passionate about oncology and just want to hear what other opportunities are out there.

Then apply or message me (Charles Spence). - all conversations are strictly confidential.

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