Global Therapeutic Area Head, Oncology

At Parexel, we work every day to improve the world’s health. From clinical trials to regulatory, consulting, and market access, every clinical development solution we provide is underpinned by something special – a deep conviction in what we do. We’re not just the people with brains, we’re the people with heart.

Parexel is hiring a Global Therapeutic Area Head, Oncology to join our Global Medical Services organization (GMS). The Oncology Franchise includes the following therapeutic areas: Breast and Gynecology; Gastro-Intestinal, Genito-Urinary, Lung-Head & Neck, Phase I and rare Melanoma, Sarcoma, CNS; Hematology, Cell & Gene therapy.

In addition to setting the strategic direction and leading the team, the Oncology Area Head will provide medical and scientific leadership both internally and externally (with clients) in support of Parexel’s overall strategy and objectives. This includes delivering medical and scientific expertise to clients and colleagues from other departments in the areas of business development, study design/optimization, and overall development strategies. It also includes executive leadership to the Oncology Center of Excellent, and building / implementing credible and tailored cross-functional solutions for drug development in oncology. In addition, the expectation is that a significant portion of the individuals time will be spent in a client facing capacity. New business awarded in the oncology space, talent attraction, development and retention, and customer satisfaction in on-going trials will be key performance metrics.

Day-to-day responsibilities will include Lead the oncology franchise by inspiring the team and stake holders to work at their best and feel proud and privileged to be part of this exciting endeavor to bring more life to patients Advising clients / pharmaceutical companies on medical strategies and innovations that inform company direction interacting directly with senior leaders at clients / pharmaceutical companies to build relationships and advance collaboration Stay abreast on the scientific advances in the oncology area to integrate them in the Parexel delivery model, lead and train the Parexel teams so that the latest innovations in this area can be swiftly implemented Interact and collaborate with senior Parexel leaders in sales, project leadership, clinical operational delivery, statistics, regulatory, consulting, to build winning strategies and delight our customers Support/overview project / study delivery by mentoring, advising the team or directly support the project delivery when involvement of a senior leader can make the difference Build and maintain a network of academic medical leaders / KOL who can be consulted

QualificationsDesired experience and education this individual will bring includes the following Oncology background; experience in solid tumors Name recognition and proven network in the oncology space (academia and Industry) Demonstrated leadership and senior management experience Proven track records of achievements and publications in this area Prior academic/clinical patient care experience within the TA Proven and applied expertise in clinical drug development at a senior level position, in the CRO and/or pharmaceutical industry. Experience in clinical research across all phases Experience with relevant regulatory requirements and guidelines for drug development Established presentation/teaching skills Fluent in English, with excellent writing skills Business acumen, with understanding of financial and marketing principles Publications in peer-reviewed literature on TA-related topics MD in oncology - trained and practiced in the US – specializing in solid tumor oncology

Domestic and International travel as required by the business

Employment is contingent on disclosure of your COVID-19 vaccination status and, if relevant, proof of vaccination.EEO DisclaimerParexel is an equal opportunity employer.  Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected status, which in the US includes race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.