Vice President, Clinical Development, Immunology

The Company is in search of a Vice President, Clinical Development with a focus on Immunology and Inflammation. The successful candidate will be the hands-on physician-scientist clinical lead for the company's lead immunology/inflammation program and will play a pivotal role in shaping the clinical strategy for future programs. This is a unique opportunity to be at the forefront of clinical development, from the ground up, and to work closely with cross-functional leaders to bring a novel program through IND and into early and late-stage development. The role is designed for an individual who is passionate about the science, values autonomy, and is adept at making key decisions in a builder environment. Key responsibilities for this role include serving as the clinical development lead for the lead immunology/inflammation program, developing and owning the clinical development strategy, and translating mechanistic biology into clinically actionable development plans. The ideal candidate will have a medical degree, be clinically trained in a relevant specialty, and have 7-10 years of industry experience in leading clinical development programs in immunology/inflammation and/or autoimmune diseases. Hands-on experience in designing and executing early clinical trials, a strong understanding of clinical development fundamentals, and the ability to work with urgency and clarity in a high-accountability environment are essential. The role also requires the ability to collaborate effectively, maintain a growth mindset, and acknowledge one's limitations. A background in MD/PhD training, experience in both pharma and biotech settings, and a deep understanding of immune pathways and related biology are strongly preferred.