Executive Director, Clinical Program Lead (Respiratory)

TL;DR

Executive Director, Clinical Program Lead (Respiratory): Leading clinical development for a respiratory asset across late Phase 2 and Phase 3b development with an accent on global clinical strategy and regulatory engagement. Focus on overseeing study design, safety management, and driving high-quality decisions within a matrixed organization.

Location: Hybrid (Bridgewater, NJ)

Salary: $306,000–$417,000 Annual

Company

A global biopharmaceutical company dedicated to transforming the lives of patients with serious and rare diseases.

What you will do

• Own and maintain the global Clinical Development Plan (CDP) aligned to the Target Product Profile (TPP) and portfolio strategy.
• Serve as the clinical lead on the cross-functional Global Project Team (GPT), accountable for all clinical strategy and deliverables.
• Provide senior medical oversight for global studies, including benefit–risk assessment and safety signal management.
• Lead the design of mid-to-late-stage clinical trials ensuring compliance with ICH-GCP and global regulatory requirements.
• Build and develop a high-performing global clinical team of physicians and scientists.
• Establish and maintain strategic relationships with key external experts, investigators, and advisors.

Requirements

• MD or MD/PhD degree.
• 10+ years of clinical development experience in biotech or pharma.
• Demonstrated leadership of global Phase 2–3b programs, including strategy and execution.
• Strong knowledge of global regulatory pathways and interactions with FDA, EMA, and PMDA.
• Must be based in or able to work hybrid from the Bridgewater, NJ office.
• Exceptional communication skills for interacting with scientific and executive stakeholders.

Nice to have

• Board certification in Pulmonary or Allergy.
• Combination drug–device experience focusing on respiratory diseases.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision coverage, and mental health support.
• 401(k) plan with competitive company match and annual equity awards.
• Generous paid time off and flexible work schedules with purposeful in-person collaboration.
• Company Learning Institute providing access to LinkedIn Learning, leadership programs, and mentorship.
• Employee resource groups and meaningful opportunities to volunteer and give back.