Sr. Director, Clinical Science (Oncology)

Introduction:Xencor is a public clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company located in the Los Angeles area (Pasadena) and in San Diego. Our focus is developing high-potential XmAb bispecific T-cell engagers and additional engineered drug candidates that leverage our differentiated technology platforms and we are advancing our pipeline toward clinical proof-of-concept decisions. Our goal is to create high-impact therapeutics for patients with cancer and other serious diseases. More than 20 XmAb drug candidates engineered with our technology are in clinical development and three XmAb medicines have been marketed by partners. For more information please visit . We have an excellent opportunity for a Sr. Director Clinical Science (Oncology) to join our is a hybrid position that can be based out of our San Diego or Pasadena CA. : Responsible for facilitating successful and timely initiation and completion of the Companys clinical development programs by executing and monitoring medical aspects of selected clinical Responsibilities:Creates required clinical trial documents including clinical protocols investigator brochures DSURs and clinical modules of the IND (in concert with Study Medical Directors) Works closely with Clinical Operations to execute the clinical trial with high quality and according to timelinesPerforms ongoing review of clinical data query generation/resolution and data analysis including review of draft listings to support data cleaning and interpretationProvides scientific expertise to Clinical Operations by responding to questions and/or by clarifying issues arising during study conductProvides internal safety monitoring for clinical trials in collaboration with the Study Medical DirectorProvides medical input for the clinical database build CRFs monitoring plan data management plan safety monitoring plan and statistical analysis planDevelops and maintains relationships with clinical trial investigators and therapeutic area key opinion leaders Leads review of study data (e.g. tables listings and figures and emerging bioanalytical data) and develops CSRs clinical presentations and publicationsSupports other members of Clinical Development and Regulatory Affairs departments as requiredParticipates as a standing member of multidiscipline Project TeamsAdheres to all department and company-wide policies regarding conduct performance and proceduresProvides oversight and direction to direct and indirect reports as applicable in accordance with the organizations policies and procedures. The responsibilities may include but are not limited to recruiting training communicating job expectations appraising and managing job performance delivering feedback and coaching and providing career development planning and opportunitiesPerforms other duties as requires a BS degree in life sciences; PhD RN PharmD or MS preferred and a minimum of 15 years of directly relevant pharmaceutical industry experience in clinical development and a minimum of 4 years experience of focus in assigned therapeutic area. Experience as a clinical scientist responsible for data review safety monitoring protocol development supporting data analyses interpretation and publications also required as well as clinical research experience in area of focus strong hands-on working knowledge of drug development and experience working on cross functional clinical trial teams and liaising with study investigators. Prior experience with translational medicine/early phase clinical trials monoclonal antibody biologics/immunotherapy and relevant tasks throughout the entire study life cycle from study concept to database lock and CSR is also requires:Strong initiative motivation organization and hands on approach with outstanding attention-to-detailExpertise in analysis and interpretation of emerging clinical data including use of software packages to analyze data (e.g. pivot tables) and EDC: MS Office Suite Visio GraphPad Prism Spotfire Medidata RAVE Inform etc. Ability to work independently and prioritize multiple tasks and goals to ensure timely on-target and within-budget accomplishmentsExcellent written and oral communication skills and interpersonal skillsAbility to adjust style/contents to suit the audience/purpose Self-starter highly motived highly organized and hands on with outstanding attention-to-detailAbility to demonstrate competencies applicable for job based on Xencors Leadership Competency ModelAbility to effectively manage others through coaching and supervision in accordance with company policies and practices. Ensures employee performance meets the organizations expectations for conduct productivity quality continuous improvement and goal travel may be required including travel between Xencors Pasadena and San Diego offices. Work for this position is generally performed at Xencors worksite and requires full-time commitment. Expected Base Salary Range: $247700 - $309000The actual salary will be based on the selected candidates qualifications including skills competencies education and offers a competitive total rewards package including 401k match healthcare coverage ESPP and a broad range of other addition this position will be eligible for an annual bonus and equity grant. For more information please see with Disabilities Act (ADA) StatementThe Company will provide reasonable accommodations (such as a qualified sign language interpreter or other personal assistance) with the application process upon your request as required to comply with applicable laws. 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