Associate Director – Therapeutic Development

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Tennessee.

📋 Description

• Provide scientific leadership and operational oversight for early-phase Therapeutic Development initiatives.

• Manage Clinical Program Scientists and oversee program execution.

• Ensure scientific rigor while supporting the development and advancement of research strategies.

• Supervise the execution of key program activities conducted by the CPS team, including study evaluation workflows and tracking.

• Facilitate communication among stakeholders to ensure alignment on program objectives and study priorities.

⛳️ Requirements

• A Master’s Degree is required; a PhD is preferred.

• Over 7 years of experience in a scientific role within clinical research.

• Experience in people leadership and team development is essential.

• Strong understanding of oncology drug development, especially in early-phase trials.

• Knowledge of clinical research processes (Phase I–III), with a focus on study design and feasibility.

• Ability to interpret and apply scientific literature to inform program strategy.

• Possess strategic thinking abilities along with operational follow-through.

• Excellent communication skills and stakeholder management capabilities.

• Capable of managing multiple programs in a fast-paced environment.

• Ability to balance scientific rigor with execution requirements.

• Skilled in influencing without direct authority across various functions.

• Quick adaptability to changing program priorities.

🏝️ Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits that promote physical, mental, and financial well-being.

• Total Rewards package available.