Neurocrine Biosciences · 7 hours ago
Executive Director, Chief of Staff, Clinical
San Diego, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$269K/yr - $367K/yr
6+ years expNeurocrine Biosciences is a leading neuroscience-focused biopharmaceutical company dedicated to developing treatments for neurological disorders. The Executive Director, Chief of Staff, Clinical, will provide strategic leadership and operational oversight within the Clinical and Medical Affairs Department, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives and enhancing productivity and efficiency across the department.
BiotechnologyHealth CarePharmaceutical
Responsibilities
Provide cross-functional strategic leadership for the operation of business functions, including but not limited to: Short- and long-range business planning, Process improvement and operational excellence, Systems implementation and maintenance
Liaise with Core Development and Project Teams, Clinical Operations, Clinical Development, and Alliance Joint Steering Committees to provide senior leadership with transparent visibility to program and project progress; ensuring that tactical planning is developed and executed to achieve corporate objectives
Accountable for departmental resource planning (headcount and finances); partner with Finance and Accounting to achieve real-time visibility to Department resource utilization trends and infrastructure needs
Contribute to R&D and Business Development Portfolio Strategy development and related diligence processes
Provide project management for key strategy initiatives launched by Medical leadership and cross-functional teams
Establish and lead Neurocrine engagement with key Professional Advocacy organizations at the corporate level to advance clinical program-specific initiatives
Gain external subject matter expert insights necessary for sound strategic planning of clinical development programs by driving the creation and management of standing Corporate Scientific Steering Committees
Work cross-functionally to modify operational and administrative processes to enhance productivity, efficiency and/or quality and to achieve operational excellence. Develop and implement Clinical Development standards and processes with a high level of compliance
Qualification
Required
PharmD / PhD in life sciences and 12+ years relevant Biotech/Biopharma experience is required; Extensive Clinical Development/Medical affairs/Clinical Operations cross-functional leadership experience OR
MD and 6+ years similar experience as noted above
Must be an excellent communicator and skilled diplomat in all venues, including the ability to effectively combine science knowledge and communication skills
Proven networking, stakeholder management and communication skills
Demonstrated ability to plan and implement complex projects and lead changes as required
Thorough understanding of drug development and life-cycle management of a product
Demonstrated knowledge of healthcare compliance requirements and regulatory trends that directly and indirectly impact field medical
Acts as a 'trusted advisor' across the company and may be recognized as an external expert
Provides strategy, vision and direction regarding issues that may have company-wide impact
Requires in-depth knowledge of the functional area, business strategies, and the company's goals
Possesses industry-leading knowledge
Excellent presentation, verbal and written communication skills
Exceptional accountability, interpersonal and organizational skills, and the ability to work in a cross-functional team environment
Ability to apply advanced analytical thought and judgment
Strong leadership, coaching, employee development skills
Ability to influence others with or without authority at all levels of the organization
Proactive, innovative, with excellent problem-solving/decision making skills
Benefits
Annual bonus with a target of 35% of the earned base salary
Eligibility to participate in our equity based long term incentive program
Retirement savings plan (with company match)
Paid vacation
Holiday and personal days
Paid caregiver/parental and medical leave
Health benefits to include medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans
Company
Neurocrine Biosciences
Neurocrine Biosciences engages in the discovery and development of drugs for the treatment of neurological and endocrine-related diseases.
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (16)
2024 (9)
2023 (8)
2022 (2)
2021 (5)
2020 (6)
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$260MKey Investors
Venrock
2015-02-19Post Ipo Equity· $250M
2009-12-17Post Ipo Equity· $10M
1996-05-31IPO
Leadership Team
Matt Abernethy
Chief Financial Officer
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Dimitri Grigoriadis
VP, Research
Recent News
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2026-01-16
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