Senior Director, Therapeutic Area

Key Responsibilities

• Lead strategic oncology drug development program design, delivering tailored, asset-focused solutions across solid tumors and/or hematologic malignancies
• Own protocol development, including design, review, and evaluation for oncology clinical trials
• Partner directly with senior client stakeholders to provide expert guidance on oncology data interpretation and development strategy
• Act as the scientific and strategic lead in proposal development and bid defense activities
• Build and maintain relationships with oncology key opinion leaders, advisory boards, and regulatory bodies
• Contribute to the development of new oncology-focused service offerings and support growth in this therapeutic area
• Provide training, mentorship, and thought leadership in oncology to internal teams and external clients
• Support operational teams with scientific input, including investigator meetings and oncology-specific project discussions
• Represent ICON at oncology congresses and scientific meetings to promote clinical and scientific excellence

Qualifications

• Deep expertise in oncology drug development (solid tumors and/or hematologic malignancies)
• Strong understanding of oncology clinical trial design, endpoints, and evolving treatment landscapes (e.g., immuno-oncology, targeted therapies)
• Proven ability to operate in a strategic, client-facing, and consultative environment
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to translate complex oncology data into actionable insights
• A collaborative mindset with the ability to work cross-functionally in a global environment
• MD or PhD required