Vice President of Clinical Consulting Strategies and ...

We are excited to present an exceptional opportunity for a Vice President of Clinical Consulting Strategies and Initiatives to join our outstanding Strategic Consulting Team. Our commitment is to deliver innovative insights throughout the design, statistical methodologies, and decision-making processes involved in developing therapeutic products. In this key role, you will elevate Cytel's reputation by leading strategic initiatives for clients in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device sectors. As a prominent figure in clinical development, you will play a crucial role in identifying trends in clinical trial design and statistical methodologies, thereby enhancing Cytel's presence in the global clinical development arena. We are seeking candidates with extensive experience managing Phase I-IV clinical trials focused on novel therapeutics. Knowledge in related quantitative fields, such as adaptive designs, clinical pharmacology, data science, or model-informed drug development, will be highly beneficial. Depending on your expertise, this role may also include consulting on strategies related to clinical safety, regulatory matters, and market access to expedite patient access to transformative health technologies. Key Responsibilities: Establish yourself as a recognized expert in clinical development, regulatory strategy, market access, and quantitative methods. Guide clients in refining their clinical development plans, trial designs, and evidence generation frameworks. Innovate methodologies and generate thought leadership content for conferences, publications, and webinars. Business Development and Client Management: Lead business development efforts while managing accounts and ensuring successful project delivery across a diverse client base. Identify and respond to emerging client needs with creative solutions that align with Cytel's quality and revenue objectives. Act as the main contact for Strategic Design Consulting engagements, building long-lasting client relationships. Expertise in Scientific and Clinical Domains: Utilize your extensive clinical development expertise to design and execute effective clinical research studies with innovative methodologies. Serve as a subject matter expert for specific accounts and therapeutic areas, collaborating closely with internal consultants and associates. Engage with senior client leaders and regulatory agencies (FDA/EMA) to refine and improve development strategies. Leadership and Mentorship: Inspire and guide a team of high-performing consultants and analysts, demonstrating strategic vision and scientific rigor. Represent Cytel in the industry, showcasing strong leadership skills and the ability to influence key stakeholders. Foster collaboration across Cytel’s Strategic Consulting and other business units. Qualifications: MD, MD/PhD; relevant subspecialty training or clinical experience is desired. A minimum of 10 years of experience in consulting, clinical trials, or health research. Proven ability to navigate and influence client decision-making processes, unlocking transformational opportunities. Strong understanding of the biopharmaceutical R&D landscape and solid business acumen to comprehend broader industry dynamics. Strategic thinker with a global perspective, analytical expertise, and the ability to execute tactics in complex environments. Successful track record in team leadership, mentoring junior colleagues, and delivering impactful consulting projects. Experience working with regulatory agencies (FDA/EMA) and key opinion leaders to enhance development strategies. Capability to design and implement contemporary clinical studies as part of comprehensive development strategies. Strong knowledge of relevant disease areas or technical domains in product development. Thorough knowledge of clinical regulatory requirements, ICH/GCP guidelines, and ethical standards. Dynamic, entrepreneurial, self-motivated, and comfortable in fast-paced, growth-oriented environments. Why Choose Cytel? Make a meaningful impact on the future of drug development for clients around the globe. Join Cytel during a pivotal time with numerous growth opportunities leading to senior leadership roles. Collaborate with and learn from some of the most talented and innovative professionals in the industry. Cytel Inc. is an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action Employer, committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristics protected by law.

Created: 2026-03-04