Partner with the Head of Clinical Development, Head of R&D, and Business Unit Head to lead, drive, and grow the TA Portfolio. Provides strategic and operational direction for Global Clinical Development, including scientific and medical aspects of Phase II-IV clinical trials and specific post-marketing studies. Lead the global TA R&D development project teams and coordinate with the commercial team, to establish strategic direction and global product lifecycle management for TA pipeline and products. Ensure optimization of the TA portfolio, including the assessment of both internal and external therapeutics. Strategic R&D partner to the Business Units and provide scientific and medical perspective to the global TA strategy.
Responsibilities include: Progression of Clinical Development candidates within the TA. TA Strategic leadership. Business Development. Culture and people leadership.
Education & Experience Requirements
* MD degree with board certification or equivalent in a medical specialty.
* A seasoned R&D leader with 10+ years of drug development experience, early through late stage development, including the design and conduct of Phase 1-4 clinical studies. Experience with multiple therapeutic modalities, principally small molecules and biologics, would be preferred.
* Experience in the due-diligence/in-licensing arena.
* Credibility within the international medical and scientific community. Demonstrated links and strong industry contacts with thought leaders/centers in the Neuroscience therapy area.
* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Ability to act as company spokesperson or scientific witness as needed.
* International experience is preferable.
* Experience with drug devices and companion diagnostics would be preferable.
Shire's Brave culture offers employees with diverse backgrounds the opportunity to enable those with life altering conditions to lead better lives.
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