Vice President Clinical Development (San Francisco)
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Job Description
Vice President, Clinical Development Small Biotech | Immuno-Oncology | Late-Phase Leadership I’m partnering with an innovative, well-backed small biotech seeking a VP, Clinical Development to lead strategy and execution across a late-stage immuno-oncology portfolio. This is a highly visible executive role with the opportunity to shape overall clinical direction, influence corporate strategy, and work closely with the C-suite and Board. Key Responsibilities: • Define and lead global clinical development strategy across late-phase programs • Provide executive oversight of Phase II/III trials, including design, execution, and data interpretation • Drive regulatory strategy and represent the company in health authority interactions • Partner cross-functionally across regulatory, translational sciences, biometrics, commercial, and medical affairs • Serve as a key external ambassador with KOLs, investigators, partners, and investors Ideal Profile: • MD required, board-certification in oncology strongly preferred • Deep immuno-oncology expertise • HCC (hepatocellular carcinoma) experience strongly preferred • Proven late-phase (Ph II/III) leadership experience • Strong track record of regulatory engagement and filings • Strategic thinker who is equally comfortable being hands-on in a lean biotech environment This is a rare opportunity to step into a true leadership seat where you will directly impact pipeline strategy and patient outcomes in a dynamic, entrepreneurial setting.
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