Sr. Medical Director/executive Director, Early Clinical Development

Legend Biotech

Somerset, New Jersey, United States
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First-in-human clinical trial design
Ind submission leadership
Hematology or oncology board certification
** Legend Biotech is seeking a Sr. Medical Director/Executive Director for Early Clinical Development to lead the design and execution of first-in-human clinical trials in Somerset, NJ. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in hematology/oncology and a passion for advancing innovative therapies. **

Job Summary

  • The role involves leading the Early Clinical Development Team to execute first-in-human and dose-finding clinical trials for advanced cell therapies.
  • Candidates must possess a deep understanding of FIH study tenets, including dose selection rationale and biomarker plans, within a strict compliance framework.
  • The position requires collaborating with global R&D sites and partners like Janssen to advance immunotherapies for life-threatening diseases.

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** Legend Biotech is seeking a Sr. Medical Director/Executive Director for Early Clinical Development to lead the design and execution of first-in-human clinical trials in Somerset, NJ. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in hematology/oncology and a passion for advancing innovative therapies. **

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • First-in-human clinical trial design
  • IND submission leadership
  • Hematology or oncology board certification
  • Cellular therapy development experience
  • Cross-functional team leadership

Nice-to-have

  • Entrepreneurial drive for organizational success
  • Experience with pre-IND regulatory meetings
  • Strong publication track record
  • Ability to anticipate biometrics needs
  • Collaboration with academic scientists

Key Requirements

  • MD or MD-PhD with US board certification in hematology/oncology
  • 3+ years senior or 6+ years executive industry experience
  • Demonstrated excellence in first-in-human clinical development
  • Experience leading cross-functional development teams
  • Sub-specialization in cell therapies or CAR-T highly desirable

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