$180K-250K a year
Lead and oversee clinical development programs for gene therapies, ensuring successful trial execution and regulatory compliance.
Minimum 10 years clinical development experience in biotech/pharma, expertise in gene therapy and rare diseases, medical or advanced scientific degree, strong leadership and regulatory knowledge.
Job Title: Vice President, Clinical Development Company Overview: Orchard Therapeutics, a Kyowa Kirin company, is a global leader in gene therapy dedicated to transforming the lives of patients with rare disorders. With cutting-edge technology and a passionate team, we focus on developing innovative gene therapies based on gene-modified hematopoietic stem cells to address unmet medical needs worldwide. Role Overview: As Vice President of Clinical Development, you will play a pivotal role in leading and overseeing clinical programs that drive the advancement of our gene therapy pipeline. Reporting directly to the Chief Medical Officer, you will ensure the successful design, execution, and management of clinical trials to bring life-changing therapies to patients. What You'll Do: - You will lead the clinical development strategy and execution for multiple gene therapy programs. - You will collaborate cross-functionally with research, regulatory, manufacturing, and commercial teams to align clinical objectives. - You will oversee clinical trial design, site selection, patient recruitment, and data analysis. - You will manage relationships with external partners, investigators, and key opinion leaders. - You will ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and ethical standards across all clinical activities. - You will mentor and develop a high-performing clinical development team. - You will contribute to the preparation of clinical sections for regulatory submissions and scientific publications. - You will monitor clinical trial progress and implement risk mitigation strategies. What You Bring: - You have at least 10 years of experience in clinical development within the biotechnology or pharmaceutical industry. - You possess deep knowledge of gene therapy clinical development and rare disease landscapes. - You have a proven track record of leading successful clinical trials from early to late phases. - You hold a medical degree (MD) or advanced scientific degree (PhD) with strong clinical expertise. - You demonstrate excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills. - You are experienced in working with global regulatory agencies and clinical operations. Bonus Points If You Have: - Experience in gene-modified hematopoietic stem cell therapies. - Prior leadership roles in a global clinical development organization. - Familiarity with regulatory submissions in both the US and EU. - Experience collaborating with patient advocacy groups and external research networks. What We Offer: - We offer a dynamic and innovative work environment at the forefront of gene therapy. - We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits including health, dental, and vision insurance. - We offer opportunities for professional growth and leadership development. - We offer flexible work arrangements and support for work-life balance. - We offer the chance to make a meaningful impact on patients’ lives worldwide. Ready to Apply? Please submit your resume and cover letter through our careers page at www.orchardtx.com/careers. We look forward to learning how you can contribute to our mission of transforming rare disease treatment.
This job posting was last updated on 9/7/2025