Sr. Director - VP Clinical Development Ophthalmology
Sr. Director - VP Clinical Development Ophthalmology
Remote
Compensation: $330,000-420,000 + bonus + equity
Company Summary:
We are partnering with a late‑stage, science‑driven biotechnology company that is expanding its ophthalmology organization. The company is advancing next‑generation complement‑pathway therapeutics with a strong emphasis on retinal degenerative diseases. Its lead asset is currently in a global late‑stage clinical study, supported by a robust scientific foundation and promising clinical performance. The organization operates with a high level of rigor, is well‑funded with long‑term stability, and offers a fully remote working environment.
As the ophthalmology program continues to scale, the company is looking to add experienced clinical leadership and is open to hiring at the Senior Medical Director, Executive Medical Director, or VP level depending on the candidate's background. In addition to supporting the late‑stage retinal program, the role will also have meaningful involvement in the company's earlier‑stage neurology assets, providing an opportunity to influence development across multiple therapeutic areas.
This is a unique chance to join a collaborative, mission‑driven team at a transformational moment in its growth, with the opportunity to help guide both a near‑term late‑stage asset and a growing neuroscience pipeline.
Responsibilities:
- Provide strategic leadership and oversight for clinical development programs spanning early‑stage through late‑stage trials, ensuring scientific rigor, operational excellence, and alignment with global regulatory expectations.
- Partner closely with cross‑functional teams-including Clinical Operations, Regulatory Affairs, Medical Affairs, Pharmacovigilance, Biometrics, and Research-to drive cohesive execution of clinical development plans.
- Lead the development, review, and submission of core regulatory documents such as study protocols, investigator brochures, clinical trial applications, and other materials required to support global regulatory interactions.
- Interpret and communicate clinical data to guide decision‑making, offering clear recommendations that shape program strategy and future development pathways.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with key opinion leaders, clinical investigators, academic partners, and external collaborators to support clinical execution and scientific credibility.
- Oversee program budgets, timelines, and resourcing needs to ensure clinical deliverables are met in accordance with corporate objectives and quality standards.
- Present clinical updates, data readouts, and strategic proposals to internal leadership teams, governance bodies, and external stakeholders.
- Stay current on scientific advancements, therapeutic‑area trends, competitive intelligence, and regulatory changes to ensure development strategies remain innovative and competitive.
- Identify program risks, whether operational, scientific, or regulatory-and proactively implement mitigation strategies to keep development on track.
Qualifications:
- MD or Foreign Equivalent with Board Certification in Ophthalmology.
- 3 years + biotech/Pharma experience.
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