Medical Director in Clinical Development (P2402)

Debiopharm is privately-owned Swiss biopharmaceutical company committed to research in oncology and infectious diseases in order to improve patient outcomes and quality of life. Debiopharm International SA aims to develop innovative therapies via our unique “development only” business model, acting as a bridge between disruptive discovery products and patient access in international markets. At Debiopharm you will be at the forefront of the fight against cancer and infectious diseases through working on innovative medicines for patients. Join our team at Debiopharm where together, we innovate, we impact, and we grow.

For our Clinical Development organization based at our Headquarters in Lausanne, we are looking for

Medical Director in Clinical Development

As a Medical Director in Oncology & Rare Disease Clinical Development, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of patient care. Working closely with our dynamic team, you will oversee the planning, execution, and interpretation of Phase I to III clinical studies in oncology and/or rare disease, driving forward our clinical development programs with passion and expertise.

Your responsibilities will be but not limited to:

• Develop clinical strategy for the therapeutic area in the assigned programs taking into account medical practice and unmet medical need.
• Provide clinical leadership and medical strategic input for all clinical deliverables in the assigned program(s).
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to execute clinical studies and support the overall Clinical Development Plan.
• Design and implement study protocols, ensuring adherence to the highest standards of scientific rigor and ethical conduct.
• Foster strategic partnerships with key stakeholders including Pharmacovigilance, Clinical Operations, Regulatory Affairs, and Biostatistics to ensure seamless study execution.
• Provide insightful analysis and interpretation of clinical data, driving evidence-based decision-making and shaping our scientific strategy.
• Engage with key opinion leaders to share knowledge, gather insights, and advance our understanding of oncology therapeutics.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and uphold the highest standards of Good Clinical Practice in all aspects of research conduct.

• Medical Doctor with a minimum of 4 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry (Clinical Development)
• Expertise in solid tumors is a must, expertise in rare disease is a strong plus.
• Proven track record of staying abreast of the latest developments in clinical practice and scientific progress.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex medical concepts to diverse audiences.
• A collaborative mindset, coupled with leadership abilities and a drive for innovation in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of GCP, clinical trial design, statistical analysis methodology, and regulatory requirements.

• International, highly dynamic environment with a long term vision.
• Cross-functional collaboration at the forefront of the most advanced scientific developments in oncology and anti-bacterial industry
• Exposure to a wide variety of areas and functions within clinical development and the pharmaceutical industry
• Participation in a company where innovation, people and entrepreneurship are the fundamental keys to success.
• Proud to be an Equal-Pay certified, we ensure offering to all our employees the same opportunities

The use of external staffing agencies or recruiters requires prior approval from our Human Resources Department. The Human Resources Department at Debiopharm requests external staffing agencies or recruiters not to contact Debiopharm employees or members of the Board of Directors directly in an attempt to present candidates.

Submission of unsolicited resumes in advance of an agreement between the Human Resources Department and the external staffing agency or recruiter does not create any implied obligation on the part of Debiopharm.

Debiopharm will not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than candidates themselves for either current or future positions.