Vice President, Clinical Operations

<div class="content-intro"><p>Alkeus Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is a clinical-stage biotech company focused on the development of innovative therapies to treat serious diseases of the eye with high unmet need. Based in Cambridge, Mass., Alkeus was founded in 2010, and since that time has been developing its lead compound, gildeuretinol acetate (ALK-001). Designated as a breakthrough therapy and granted orphan drug status by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, gildeuretinol is being evaluated in multiple clinical trials for the treatment of Stargardt disease and geographic atrophy (GA) secondary to age-related macular degeneration (AMD), a leading cause of blindness in the U.S.</p></div><p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">We are seeking a people focused and accomplished leader to join our team as Vice President, Clinical Operations to lead and expand the company’s clinical operations capabilities supporting clinical programs in retinal diseases. </span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559738":360,"335559739":120,"335559740":240}"> </span></p> <p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Position Summary</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559738":360,"335559739":120,"335559740":240}"> </span></p> <p><span data-contrast="auto">The Vice President, Clinical Operations role is a key leadership position responsible for the strategic planning, execution, and oversight of global clinical trials, with particular focus on Phase 3 and other late-stage studies.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"> </span></p> <p><span data-contrast="auto">This individual plays a critical role in ensuring operational excellence across the clinical development portfolio, including the successful delivery of pivotal clinical trials supporting global regulatory filings. The Vice President will lead and mentor a clinical operations team, collaborate cross-functionally across the R&D organization, and oversee external partners to ensure clinical studies are executed efficiently, ethically, and in full compliance with regulatory standards and Good Clinical Practice (GCP).</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"> </span></p> <p><span data-contrast="auto">As a senior leader in R&D, this individual contributes to clinical development strategy and cross-functional planning while representing Clinical Operations internally with leadership and externally with investigators, CRO partners, and other clinical stakeholders.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"> </span></p> <p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Primary Responsibilities</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559738":120,"335559739":120,"335559740":259}"> </span></p> <ul> <li data-leveltext="●" data-font="Calibri" data-listid="1" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"●","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Develop clinical operations strategies and implementation plans, in partnership with internal and external stakeholders, to support the company’s clinical development goals.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="●" data-font="Calibri" data-listid="1" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"●","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Lead the planning, initiation, and execution of global clinical trials across multiple programs, with particular focus on Phase 3 and other pivotal studies.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="●" data-font="Calibri" data-listid="1" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"●","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="3" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Build and lead a high performing clinical operations organization, mentoring team members and fostering a collaborative and accountable culture.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="●" data-font="Calibri,Times New Roman" data-listid="1" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"●","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="4" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Lead relationships with external partners including CROs, central laboratories, and other vendors, ensuring effective vendor selection, governance, and performance management.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="●" data-font="Calibri,Times New Roman" data-listid="1" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"●","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="5" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Ensure the successful operational execution of clinical studies in accordance with study protocols, timelines, budgets, and regulatory requirements.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="●" data-font="Calibri,Times New Roman" data-listid="1" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"●","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="6" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Collaborate closely with Clinical Development leadership to translate clinical strategy into operationally feasible study designs and execution plans.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="●" data-font="Calibri" data-listid="1" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"●","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="7" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Participate in cross-functional teams for assigned programs, partnering with Clinical Development, Regulatory Affairs, Biostatistics, Data Management, Safety, and Medical Affairs to achieve high-quality study execution.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="●" data-font="Calibri" data-listid="1" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"●","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="8" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Ensure compliance with global regulatory standards and guidelines governing clinical trials, including Good Clinical Practice (GCP).</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="●" data-font="Calibri" data-listid="1" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"●","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="9" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Provide operational input into clinical study protocols, feasibility assessments, site selection strategies, and patient recruitment and retention plans.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="●" data-font="Calibri,Times New Roman" data-listid="1" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"●","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="10" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Oversee clinical trial budgets and resource planning, ensuring efficient utilization of resources and alignment with company priorities.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="●" data-font="Calibri,Times New Roman" data-listid="1" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"●","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="11" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Identify operational risks and implement mitigation strategies to ensure timely trial execution and data quality.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="●" data-font="Calibri" data-listid="1" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"●","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="12" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Support regulatory submissions and inspections by ensuring operational documentation and trial conduct meet regulatory expectations.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="●" data-font="Calibri" data-listid="1" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"●","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="13" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Present clinical operations strategies, study progress, and operational updates to senior leadership and other stakeholders.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="●" data-font="Calibri" data-listid="1" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"●","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="14" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Deliver on other related projects as assigned.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li> </ul> <p><strong><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-parastyle="heading 4">Qualifications</span></span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"134245418":true,"134245529":true,"201341983":0,"335557856":16777215,"335559738":120,"335559739":120,"335559740":259}"> </span></p> <ul> <li data-leveltext="●" data-font="Calibri,Times New Roman" data-listid="3" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"●","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Education and Certification: </span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="○" data-font="Calibri,Times New Roman" data-listid="3" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":1440,"335559991":360,"469769242":[9675],"469777803":"left","469777804":"○","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="2"><span data-contrast="auto">Bachelor's degree in a scientific or healthcare related field; advance degree preferred.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="●" data-font="Calibri" data-listid="3" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"●","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="1"><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Work Experience</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="○" data-font="Calibri,Times New Roman" data-listid="3" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":1440,"335559991":360,"469769242":[9675],"469777803":"left","469777804":"○","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="2"><span data-contrast="auto">12+ years of experience in clinical research and clinical operations within the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="○" data-font="Calibri,Times New Roman" data-listid="3" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":1440,"335559991":360,"469769242":[9675],"469777803":"left","469777804":"○","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="2"><span data-contrast="auto">Demonstrated leadership in global clinical trial execution, including operational oversight of Phase 3 or other pivotal trials.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="○" data-font="Calibri,Times New Roman" data-listid="3" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":1440,"335559991":360,"469769242":[9675],"469777803":"left","469777804":"○","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="3" data-aria-level="2"><span data-contrast="auto">Proven track record of leading clinical operations teams and managing complex global clinical programs.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="○" data-font="Calibri,Times New Roman" data-listid="3" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":1440,"335559991":360,"469769242":[9675],"469777803":"left","469777804":"○","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="4" data-aria-level="2"><span data-contrast="auto">Extensive experience managing CRO partnerships and other external vendors supporting clinical trials.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="○" data-font="Calibri,Times New Roman" data-listid="3" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":1440,"335559991":360,"469769242":[9675],"469777803":"left","469777804":"○","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="5" data-aria-level="2"><span data-contrast="auto">Strong knowledge of global regulatory requirements governing clinical trials, including Good Clinical Practice (GCP).</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="○" data-font="Calibri,Times New Roman" data-listid="3" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":1440,"335559991":360,"469769242":[9675],"469777803":"left","469777804":"○","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="6" data-aria-level="2"><span data-contrast="auto">Experience supporting regulatory submissions and inspections related to clinical trials.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="○" data-font="Calibri,Times New Roman" data-listid="3" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":1440,"335559991":360,"469769242":[9675],"469777803":"left","469777804":"○","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="7" data-aria-level="2"><span data-contrast="auto">Experience contributing to clinical development plans and cross-functional program strategy.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="○" data-font="Calibri,Times New Roman" data-listid="3" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":1440,"335559991":360,"469769242":[9675],"469777803":"left","469777804":"○","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="8" data-aria-level="2"><span data-contrast="auto">Experience in rare disease and/or ophthalmology drug development preferred. </span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="○" data-font="Calibri" data-listid="3" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":1440,"335559991":360,"469769242":[9675],"469777803":"left","469777804":"○","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="9" data-aria-level="2"><span data-contrast="auto">Ability to adapt to changing circumstances and industry trends.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="○" data-font="Calibri,Times New Roman" data-listid="3" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":1440,"335559991":360,"469769242":[9675],"469777803":"left","469777804":"○","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="10" data-aria-level="2"><span data-contrast="auto">Significant experience in leading and managing clinical operations teams.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li> </ul> <ul> <li><strong>Skills and Key Success Factors:</strong> <ul> <li>Entrepreneurship spirit with a passion to build, learn and evolve with the team</li> <li>Highly organized and detail oriented with a passion to deliver quality results</li> <li>Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with experience translating complex concepts for various audiences</li> <li>Demonstrated record of intellectual curiosity, innovation and creative problem solving with an entrepreneurial spirit</li> <li>Ability to lead fast-paced projects with a keen sense of urgency to get the job done well</li> <li>Evidence of "hands-on" experience and expertise</li> <li>Proven and successful track record as a team-player and collaborator in small working environments</li> <li>Highest levels of professionalism, confidence, personal values and ethical standards</li> </ul> </li> </ul> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p><strong>Other Relevant Information:</strong></p> <ul> <li><span class="TextRun SCXW98426128 BCX8" lang="EN" data-contrast="auto"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW98426128 BCX8">Travel: </span></span><span class="TextRun SCXW98426128 BCX8" lang="EN" data-contrast="auto"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW98426128 BCX8">able to travel up to </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW98426128 BCX8">3</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW98426128 BCX8">5</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW98426128 BCX8">%</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW98426128 BCX8"> of time</span></span><span class="EOP SCXW98426128 BCX8" data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li> </ul> <p><strong>Compensation</strong></p> <ul> <li>Base Salary Range: $300K - $320K, with the actual contingent upon several factors such as the selected candidate’s education/work experience/training, and other factors (travel requirements, etc.)</li> <li>Discretionary Bonus: up to 30% of Base Salary, contingent upon meeting performance components</li> <li>Equity: initial grant of incentive stock options</li> <li>Benefits: Eligible to participate in group medical/dental/vision insurance plans; short- and long-term disability plans; life insurance; 401(K) plan; flexible time off policies and others. Eligibility and participation requirements vary by plan.</li> </ul><div class="content-conclusion"><p><em><span data-olk-copy-source="MessageBody">Alkeus Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to any characteristic protected by applicable law. We participate in E-Verify and conduct background checks as a part of our employment process.</span></em></p></div>