Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. GeneDx is a leader in rare disease diagnostics and precision medicine, seeking a Senior Director of Clinical Programs to lead high-impact initiatives. This role involves managing clinical program managers, driving strategic initiatives within the Clinical Development team, and collaborating with various stakeholders to advance the company's mission.
Responsibilities
- Support the design and execution of evidence generation strategies for established clinical programs that cover clinical settings and diseases/disorders of interest in collaboration with R&D, Commercial, Regulatory, Market Access, and Operations teams
- Lead and oversee clinical research projects that utilize internal GeneDx data and align with established clinical programs
- Partner with internal and external stakeholders on prospective clinical and translational research efforts aligned with established clinical programs to deliver on project and program objectives
- Oversee the development, review, and submission of scientific manuscripts, abstracts, posters, and other publications aligned with established clinical programs
- Acts as a subject matter expert for rare diseases and genomic diagnostics for both internal teams and external stakeholders
- Lead and mentor clinical program managers, including resource allocation, coaching and performance feedback, career development support
Skills
- PhD, MD (or equivalent) with board certification by the American Board of Medical Genetics and Genomics (or equivalent) required
- 10+ years of experience in a clinical laboratory or industry role as a board certified ABMGG fellow required
- 5+ years of experience in a medical affairs or clinical development role required
- 5+ years of experience leading research efforts related to molecular diagnostics in rare disease required
- Strong level of clinical genetics knowledge in rare disease
- Strong publication record
- Ability to work cross-functionally with other teams and external collaborators to drive strategic initiatives forward
- Experienced in solving complex problems and negotiating business deals
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Exceptional presentation and public speaking skills
- Ability to work independently and manage time effectively
- Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
- Proven experience leading teams and managing cross-functional collaborators to deliver on goals of projects and programs
- Proficient in working with databases and Microsoft Office Suite
- Certification by the American Board of Medical Genetics and Genomics (ABMGG) or equivalent in clinical molecular genetics or laboratory genetics and genomics (LGG)
- Experience working with rare disease biopharma
Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Health, Dental, Vision and Life insurance
- 401k Retirement Savings Plan
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Employee Discounts
- Voluntary benefits
- Programs for parents and parents-to-be
- We provide expert support for family planning, pregnancy, and postpartum care, including up to 22 weeks of fully paid parental leave (U.S.) and up to $25K annually for fertility, adoption, or surrogacy.
Company Overview
GeneDx uses artificial intelligence and machine learning to analyze patient data to provide insights to transform the practice of medicine. It was founded in 2017, and is headquartered in Stamford, Connecticut, USA, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is https://www.genedx.com.