Director, Research Services – Oncology

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

📋 Description

• Oversee scientific operations activities, ensuring quality, efficiency, and alignment with business goals.

• Create protocols for clinical studies.

• Prepare clinical development plans.

• Draft clinical scientific documents including IND, IND amendments, Investigator’s Brochures, Annual Reports, and other FDA submissions.

• Monitor, conduct data reviews, and summarize safety and efficacy data from ongoing studies.

• Provide assistance with study design for exploratory development.

• Lead the clinical matrix teams for assigned compounds.

• Represent exploratory development on project teams.

• Build relationships with relevant consultants.

• Write abstracts and present data at scientific meetings, both internally and externally.

• Act as a liaison to project teams, CROs, and other stakeholders.

⛳️ Requirements

• Degree in a scientific or life sciences field; Pharm.D. or Ph.D. preferred.

• At least 8 years of experience in oncology research or a related field.

• Proven experience in leading clinical development programs in oncology, preferably at a late stage.

• Familiarity with global regulatory interactions and submissions (FDA, EMA, or other agencies).

• Strong knowledge of oncology clinical endpoints, trial design, and statistical considerations.

• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a cross-functional matrix environment and influence without direct authority.

• A history of scientific publications and/or conference presentations.

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.

• Strong analytical and scientific writing capabilities.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting.

• Minimal travel (approximately 15%) may be required with prior approval.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive base salary along with performance-related incentives.

• Health and wellbeing programs, including medical, dental, and vision coverage where applicable.

• Retirement and pension plans.

• Life assurance and disability coverage.

• Employee assistance programs and wellbeing resources.

• Learning and development opportunities through structured training and career pathways.