Sr. Director/Vice President of Clinical Development

Merida Biosciences•Cambridge, MA

5d•$245,000 - $300,000

About The Position

At Merida Biosciences, we are pioneering true precision medicines for antibody-driven diseases. We specifically target pathogenic antibodies and their cellular sources with bespoke Fc biotherapeutics engineered to selectively and completely eliminate the root causes of autoimmune and allergic diseases, and to achieve deep, durable responses while preserving essential immunity. We are looking for passionate individuals to join our mission to transform treatment paradigms across the spectrum of antibody-driven diseases. Merida Biosciences is seeking an experienced and strategic Sr. Director/Vice President of Clinical Development to lead the clinical strategy and execution across two innovative development programs. This individual will play a critical leadership role in shaping and advancing early- and mid-stage clinical development plans, driving cross-functional collaboration, and serving as a key contributor to the overall development strategy of the company. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in allergy, immunology, autoimmune, and antibody-mediated diseases, along with a strong track record of advancing novel therapeutics through clinical development. This role requires both strategic vision and operational excellence in a fast-paced biotechnology environment.

Requirements

MD, MD/PhD, or equivalent advanced medical/scientific degree required
12+ years of biotechnology or pharmaceutical industry experience, including significant clinical development leadership experience
Deep expertise in allergy and immunology required, including experience in allergic diseases, antibody-mediated disorders, or related inflammatory conditions
Demonstrated success advancing clinical-stage therapeutics through Phase 1 and Phase 2 development
Strong understanding of clinical trial design and endpoints in allergy and immunology indications
Deep understanding of regulatory strategy, safety assessment, and translational medicine
Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and influence across organizations
Strong communication and presentation skills with experience interacting with executive leadership and external stakeholders
Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-moving biotech environment

Nice To Haves

Experience with biologics, antibody therapeutics, Fc-engineering platforms, or precision medicine approaches highly desirable

Responsibilities

Lead clinical development strategy and execution for two Merida Biosciences therapeutic programs from IND through proof-of-concept and beyond
Serve as the clinical leader and subject matter expert in allergy and antibody-driven diseases, helping shape indication strategy and development priorities
Serve as clinical development lead for 2 cross-functional Program Teams focused on providing strategic input into target product profiles, indication prioritization, competitive positioning, and lifecycle planning across allergic and autoimmune indications; facilitate alignment of Program Strategy across the clinical organization
Responsible for clinical development deliverables for each Program, including design and oversight of clinical development plans, protocols, study endpoints, and clinical trial execution in collaboration with Clinical Operations, Regulatory, Translational Sciences, Biometrics, and Medical Affairs
Serve as the medical and scientific lead for assigned programs internally and externally, including interactions with investigators, advisors, partners, and regulatory agencies
Collaborate closely with translational and research teams to integrate biomarker and mechanistic insights into clinical strategy
Contribute to regulatory submissions and represent Clinical Development in interactions with FDA and global health authorities
Build and maintain relationships with key opinion leaders, clinical investigators, and patient advocacy organizations within the allergy and immunology communities
Partner cross-functionally to ensure alignment on timelines, budgets, and development milestones
Support data interpretation, safety reviews, and presentation of clinical findings to leadership, boards, and external stakeholders
Mentor and help build a high-performing clinical development organization as the company grows