Director Clinical Research

Role Summary

Director, Clinical Research leading the development of Acadia programs for neuropsychiatric disorders and rare diseases. This role requires extensive clinical and scientific knowledge, a strong network in the medical community, and a proven track record in leading clinical programs. Location: Princeton, NJ or San Diego, CA.

Responsibilities

• Create and execute global clinical development plans consistent with the company’s strategic vision and mission.
• Ensure the optimal planning, implementation and interpretation of clinical studies, including synopsis/protocol development, medical monitoring, data analysis and writing of final reports.
• Maintain and build productive relationships with investigators, thought leaders and centers of excellence across the scientific community, as well as with colleagues across the Acadia organization.
• Interact frequently with sites to support study awareness, patient recruitment, and quality of study conduct.
• Communicate appropriate program issues and results to key internal and external stakeholders.
• Support regulatory interactions, including the submission of regulatory documents and presentations.
• Provide clear and insightful clinical and scientific expertise to advance the successful transition of compounds from discovery to full development, and subsequently to life cycle management.
• Review business development opportunities, translating business needs to cost-effective development strategies that provide a competitive advantage and meet regulatory requirements