Executive Director Clinical Research - Permanent Position

Executive Director Clinical Research - Permanent Position

The Company

Eisai is a leading research based pharmaceutical organisation with an extensive portfolio across the Oncology Neurology and Pain therapy areas.
By joining Eisai you will be working for an organisation with a human healthcare philosophy which means that we put the patient first in everything we do.

Your new role

The Executive Director Global Clinical Development resides within Oncology at Eisai. This Executive Director will lead franchise programs and will be the clinical group leader for the ongoing and planned development of the compounds within this Eisai franchise. The incumbent will have responsibility and accountability for the clinical development plans of the respective compounds as well as the clinical execution and oversight of the associated studies being conducted globally. The Executive Director will champion transformational business changes that deliver sustainable long-term outcomes cultivating partnerships with key internal stakeholders and creating clinical and scientific synergies at Eisai. Additionally the Executive Director will be working with external key opinion leaders advisors as well as US and EU regulatory bodies in order to conduct Phase I Phase II and Phase III studies and prepare related documentation for submissions.
Travel percentage: Approximately 20-30% domestic and internationally.

What are we looking for

• MD oncology board certified medically trained with significant clinical research experience in academia or industry
• (OR) PhD/PharmD in relevant scientific discipline with significant industry experience in relevant technical field and/or clinical research experience in industry.
• (OR) a combination of equivalent education & experience.
• Significant pharmaceutical industry clinical development experience (in oncology with knowledge of translational Phase I II and III studies.
• Proven success driving clinical research strategies designing and providing oversight of clinical programs.
• Demonstrated experience in stakeholder management vendor management budget planning & resource management.
• Demonstrated track record as Study Director (or equivalent role) with Global Clinical Lead or Clinical Program Director accountability.
• Proven experience in running clinical studies with an understanding of Clinical Operations and Data Management preferred.
• Significant experience working with FDA and/or EMEA regulatory agencies handling responses to inquiries and requests for study related information.
• Strong knowledge base of the drug development process.
• Deep knowledge of the specific therapeutic area.
• Proven track record of clinical/project leadership in a matrix environment leading and directing clinical research teams in a leadership capacity.
• Proven performance in earlier role including strategic oversight people management and strategic stakeholder management across levels internally and externally.

What we offer in return

Eisai offers a competitive salary and excellent wider benefits package that includes

• Hybrid working (Depending on role)
• Car/Car Allowance (Depending on role)
• Electric charging points for Electric/Hybrid vehicles
• Discretionary Bonus
• Free onsite parking
• Subsidised onsite restaurant and coffee shop
• Learning and development opportunities
• Retail discounts
• Well-being & mental health awareness programmes
• Multi-faith prayer room
  You will also be based out of our excellent EMEA Knowledge Centre (EKC) facility which is our EU Headquarters and offers an inclusive and collaborative working environment.

What you need to do next

If you are interested in this position please click apply now at the top of this advert. Upon submitting your application you will be asked to complete your profile and upload a copy of your CV along with any additional information to support your application.
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Eisai Recruitment Statement

Diverse perspectives and experiences are critical to our success and we welcome applications from all people from all backgrounds with the experience and skills needed to perform this role. We look forward to receiving your application.

Eisai EMEA EDI Commitment Statement

We believe that diverse and inclusive teams promote wellbeing learning and innovation helping Eisai serve our patients their families our employees and society. Our commitment is:

• to embrace and celebrate our differences respecting and valuing each other.
• to include equity diversity and inclusion practices in all that we do so everyone has a full sense of belonging.
• to value individual talent where every employee can be themselves and thrive in an environment of openness trust and integrity