Thermo Fisher Scientific · 3 hours ago
Vice President, Therapeutic Lead - Psychology, Pain and Sleep Team
Maryland, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$270K/yr - $320K/yr
15+ years expThermo Fisher Scientific is a leading company in the field of neuroscience, and they are seeking a Vice President, Therapeutic Lead for their Psychology, Pain, and Sleep team. This role involves strategic leadership, business development, and oversight of therapeutic studies, while driving operational excellence and fostering client relationships in the therapeutic areas.
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Responsibilities
Develop and execute a comprehensive business growth strategy for the Psych, Pain and Sleep book of business, driving business expansion through pipeline analysis, market assessment, and enterprise collaboration
Oversee planning, execution, and delivery of therapeutic studies, portfolios, and client engagements
Maintain expertise in the evolving scientific, clinical, and regulatory landscape for psych, pain and sleep therapeutic areas
Collaborate with other leaders to leverage synergies across related therapeutic areas, driving operational efficiency and innovation in study delivery and scientific approaches
Partner with Business Development to retain and expand key client relationships
Implement systems and processes that ensure compliance, quality, and efficiency
Ensure effective management of budgets, forecasts, and profitability targets across programs
Serve as a senior point of contact and executive escalation for key clients
Mentor and develop therapeutic area talent, foster collaboration, accountability, and innovation across global teams
Engage with key opinion leaders, industry consortia, and advocacy networks to strengthen CRG’s leadership and partnerships in psych, pain and sleep research
Qualification
Required
Advanced degree (PhD, MD, PharmD, or equivalent) in a relevant scientific discipline preferred; advanced neuroscience, psychology, pain and/or sleep background strongly preferred
Previous experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job (comparable to 15+ years)
8+ years of management responsibilities
Deep and current knowledge of the scientific, clinical, regulatory, and competitive landscape related to the therapeutic areas
Strong global awareness and understanding of the development and delivery environment within therapeutic areas
Proven commercial and financial acumen, with the ability to translate strategies into therapeutic business unit profitability and sustainable growth
Demonstrated executive presence, gravitas, and strategic influence across complex stakeholder networks
Exceptional leadership skills with the ability to motivate, develop, and lead high performing, global cross-functional teams through change and growth
Strong customer management skills, including the ability to engage at the executive level, navigate complex negotiations, and drive impactful client outcomes
In-depth understanding of the biopharmaceutical and biotechnology industry, clinical trial operations, and data-driven decision-making
Strong presentation, communication, and interpersonal skills, including excellent command of the English language
Demonstrated critical thinking, learning agility and commitment to continuous professional growth
Ability to travel up to 50%
Benefits
A choice of national medical and dental plans, and a national vision plan, including health incentive programs
Employee assistance and family support programs, including commuter benefits and tuition reimbursement
At least 120 hours paid time off (PTO), 10 paid holidays annually, paid parental leave (3 weeks for bonding and 8 weeks for caregiver leave), accident and life insurance, and short- and long-term disability in accordance with company policy
Retirement and savings programs, such as our competitive 401(k) U.S. retirement savings plan
Employees’ Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) offers eligible colleagues the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount
Company
Thermo Fisher Scientific
Thermo Fisher Scientific is a biotechnology and laboratory equipment company that provides a wide range of scientific products and services.
10001+ employees
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