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Clinical Research & Development Director

US - Gaithersburg - MD💼 Full-time🗓 2026-08-09 → 2026-09-27

Core

Drive integrated clinical research and development strategy and execution for autoimmune diseases (inflammatory myopathies, JIA, Sjogren's) to ensure regulatory and market success.

Role type

Director, Clinical Research & Development

Builds

Clinical research studies and drug lifecycle deliverables for AstraZeneca's portfolio

Domain

Biopharmaceuticals, Autoimmune diseases, Cell therapy

Deliverable

production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work

Required skills

Strategic planning, cross-functional leadership, clinical trial oversight, regulatory submission management, budgeting, risk management, CRO contract negotiation, team mentorship, compliance management

Preferred skills

Thought leadership in autoimmune disease, cell therapy expertise, project management certification, change management, global organizational leadership, regulatory defense experience, emerging trend identification

Technologies

GCP/ICH guidelines, regulatory submission platforms

Responsibilities

Develop and align Clinical Research & Development strategies with global goals; Lead execution of clinical studies ensuring scientific rigor and commercial viability; Secure resources and form flexible teams for project progression; Oversee budgeting, timelines, and risk management; Negotiate contracts with CROs and external providers; Drive regulatory submission preparation and defense; Mentor line management and project teams; Ensure compliance with safety, health, and environmental standards

Seniority

Director, strategic leadership & operational execution

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