Executive Director, Clinical Science, Ophthalmology & Neuroscience

Role: Senior leader overseeing non-oncology clinical science for ophthalmology and neuroscience programs across multiple development stages. Objectives include strategic portfolio management, ensuring scientific rigor, operational excellence, and advancing innovation through digital and AI capabilities. Responsibilities encompass portfolio delivery, cross-functional collaboration with Therapeutic Area Heads, driving clinical science standards, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement, talent development, and organizational effectiveness. The role champions digital transformation, data-driven decision-making, and modernizes clinical data review processes. Qualifications: Advanced scientific degree (PhD, PharmD) with 10+ years in drug development, including global clinical program execution, regulatory support, and leadership experience in matrixed organizations. Expertise in ophthalmology and neuroscience strongly preferred. Skills include strategic and operational leadership, innovation, talent development, and cross-functional influence, with familiarity in emerging digital tools. Location: Hybrid (Boston or South San Francisco), with 0-25% travel. Focus on building organizational capability, leading large teams, and integrating cutting-edge analytics and AI into clinical development to improve outcomes.