Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Solid Biosciences
Job overview
The Vice President, Head of Clinical R&D at Solid Biosciences leads clinical research and development efforts, providing strategic direction and technical leadership to ensure successful clinical trials and drug development across all phases.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves overseeing clinical R&D functions including clinical trial design, execution, pharmacovigilance, collaboration with research and patient advocacy, managing multiple programs globally, regulatory communication, and leading a skilled clinical development team.
Experience and skills
Candidates must be Board Certified MDs with drug development and medical research experience, preferably in regenerative medicine and rare diseases, with proven leadership in clinical development and regulatory interactions globally.
Career development
The position offers opportunities to lead high-performing teams, influence clinical R&D structure, and foster professional growth and mentorship within the company.
Work environment and culture
The company culture emphasizes science and ethics, patient centricity, collaboration, and a dynamic environment for mentorship and professional growth.
Company information
Solid Biosciences is a clinical-stage biotechnology company focused on developing therapies for rare diseases, with a pipeline requiring strategic clinical development and regulatory oversight.
Team overview
The candidate will lead clinical R&D and clinical scientist groups, working closely with the Executive team including the CMO, managing multiple functional areas and global programs.
Job location and travel
The role is based in Boston/Charlestown, MA, with an expectation of 20% travel and potential for significant ad hoc travel.
Unique job features
This role uniquely combines strategic leadership with hands-on oversight of clinical development across multiple geographies and phases, emphasizing patient advocacy and collaboration with regulatory agencies.
Company overview
Solid Biosciences is a biotechnology company focused on developing treatments for Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD), a genetic disorder characterized by progressive muscle degeneration. The company generates revenue primarily through research and development collaborations, grants, and potential future product sales. Founded in 2013, Solid Biosciences has faced challenges, including clinical trial setbacks, but remains committed to advancing its lead gene therapy candidate, SGT-001. The company aims to address the unmet medical needs of DMD patients by leveraging its expertise in gene therapy, disease biology, and drug development.
How to land this job
Position your resume to highlight strategic leadership in clinical R&D, emphasizing oversight of Phase I-IV clinical trials and experience with clinical trial design, implementation, and pharmacovigilance.
Emphasize your ability to collaborate cross-functionally with research, patient advocacy, and regulatory teams, showcasing experience in global clinical development and successful regulatory filings with FDA and EMA.
Apply through multiple platforms including Solid Biosciences' corporate careers page, LinkedIn, and relevant biotech job boards to maximize exposure and increase chances of consideration.
Connect with clinical R&D leaders and executive team members at Solid Biosciences on LinkedIn; use ice breakers such as commenting on recent clinical advancements they've shared or expressing admiration for their patient-centric approach in rare disease therapeutics.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'clinical R&D leadership,' 'Phase I-IV trials,' 'regulatory filings,' 'FDA/EMA interactions,' 'patient advocacy,' and 'global clinical development' to ensure it passes initial screenings.
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