P2607 Medical Director, Oncology

At Debiopharm every step we take is guided by one purpose: improving the lives of people affected by cancer and infectious diseases. As a privately-owned Swiss biopharmaceutical company were driven by science but above all by the people behind every treatment the patients and their families.

Through our unique development only model we bring forward promising therapies and transform them into treatments that can reach those who need them most faster.

Are you ready to lead the charge in developing next-generation cancer therapies Debiopharm International SA is looking for a visionary Medical Director Oncology to serve as the clinical architect for our global oncology this high-impact role you will lead the clinical strategy and end-to-end development of innovative compounds bridging the gap between early discovery and transformative patient care. If you are a physician-leader driven by scientific curiosity and the desire to redefine the treatment landscape for solid tumors we want to hear from you.

Medical Director Oncology

Location: Lausanne Switzerland

Department: Clinical Development

Contract: permanent role full-time.

Executive Summary

As a Medical Director Oncology you will serve as the visionary clinical leader for the global development of transformative compounds. You will design and execute end-to-end clinical strategiesfrom First-in-Human through Phase 2to address critical unmet medical needs and achieve Debiopharms overarching business objectives.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership: Develop and lead the global clinical strategy for assigned oncology programs accounting for medical practice trends and the competitive landscape.

Clinical Deliverables: Provide medical input for all key documents including study protocols Investigator Brochures and regulatory registration dossiers.

Program Execution: Deliver the Clinical Development Plan (CDP) in collaboration with study teams ensuring efficient protocol execution and medical monitoring.

Matrix Collaboration: Drive clinical programs in partnership with Project Management Clinical Operations Biostatistics and Regulatory Affairs to meet decision milestones.

Decision Support: Generate scenarios and risk-management strategies to inform senior leadership and support decision-making.

Network Building: Develop and maintain a global network of Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs) investigators and patient advocacy groups.

Stakeholder Interaction: Represent the clinical program before regulatory authorities data monitoring boards and internal decision boards.

Business Support: Provide medical expertise to support in-/out-licensing activities and market access strategies.

Profile Required

Medical Credentials: Medical Doctor (MD) with significant clinical experience in oncology specifically in solid tumors.

Industry Experience: At least 2 to 5 years of proven success in early-stage oncology drug development (FIH to Phase 2) within the pharmaceutical industry.

Specialized Expertise: Experience in antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs) or radio-oncology is highly preferred.

Leadership Track Record: Demonstrated ability to lead at least one oncology development program through early stages within a matrix organization.

Strategic Mindset: Proven strategic thinker with an innovative mindset capable of managing uncertainty and driving decisive risk-based actions.

Technical Mastery: Thorough knowledge of GCP clinical trial design statistical methodology and global regulatory development processes.

Collaborative Spirit: Strong ability to establish scientific partnerships with external stakeholders and internal cross-functional teams.

Agile Mindset: Entrepreneurial and autonomous approach combined with high medical curiosity and a commitment to staying current with scientific progress.

What we Offer

Being part of a company where innovation collaboration and impact arent just values theyre how we work every day

Partner with teams across disciplines at the forefront of oncology and anti-infective development

An inclusive and respectful workplace proud to be Equal-Pay certified

Grow in a culture that values people purpose and performance

A chance to grow share and shape the future of healthcare

What to Expect in the Recruitment Process

If your application is selected youll be invited to interviews with Talent Acquisition and the Hiring Manager via Teams followed by a panel interview and reference checks. Communication is handled via Workablecheck your spam folder for emails from *@.

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