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Director, Clinical Development

Acadia Pharmaceuticals Inc.
Location
Princeton, New Jersey, United States; San Diego, California, United States; South San Francisco, California, United States
Posted
25 days ago
Department
Clinical Research
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • MD or equivalent required
  • 3 years of relevant medical/clinical practice, related research, or academic experience within the pharmaceutical industry
  • Experience with medical monitoring, clinical research, and development plans
  • Established relationships with thought leaders in depression and mood disorders
  • Experience in rare disease and/or neurology
  • Demonstrated leadership in a cross-functional team environment
Nice to have
  • Board Certified/Eligible strongly preferred
  • Experience interacting with senior leaders and global regulatory agencies
What the job really is

The Director of Clinical Development at Acadia Pharmaceuticals will lead the execution of clinical development strategies for neuropsychiatric disorders and rare diseases. This role involves creating global clinical development plans, overseeing clinical study implementation, and collaborating with various stakeholders to ensure successful program delivery. The position also includes regulatory interactions and maintaining relationships with key opinion leaders in the field.

Benefits
  • Competitive base salary
  • Discretionary bonus and equity awards
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Employer-paid life, disability, business travel and EAP coverage
  • 401(k) Plan with a fully vested company match 1:1 up to 5%
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan with a 2-year purchase price lock-in
Things to weigh
  • Hybrid model requires in-office work three days per week
  • Salary range provided, but actual amounts may vary based on experience and location
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