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***At Debiopharm, every step we take is guided by one purpose: improving the lives of people affected by cancer and infectious diseases. As a privately-owned Swiss biopharmaceutical company, we-re driven by science, but above all, by the people behind every treatment - the patients and their families.***

***Through our unique -development only- model, we bring forward promising therapies and transform them into treatments that can reach those who need them most, faster.***

 

Are you ready to lead the charge in developing next-generation cancer therapies? **Debiopharm International SA** is looking for a visionary **Medical Director, Oncology** to serve as the clinical architect for our global oncology programs. In this high-impact role, you will lead the clinical strategy and end-to-end development of innovative compounds, bridging the gap between early discovery and transformative patient care. If you are a physician-leader driven by scientific curiosity and the desire to redefine the treatment landscape for solid tumors, we want to hear from you.

 

### **Medical Director, Oncology** ###

**Location:** Lausanne, Switzerland

**Department:** Clinical Development

**Contract:** permanent role, full-time.

 

### **Executive Summary** ###

As a **Medical Director, Oncology**, you will serve as the visionary clinical leader for the global development of transformative compounds. You will design and execute end-to-end clinical strategies-from First-in-Human through Phase 2-to address critical unmet medical needs and achieve Debiopharm-s overarching business objectives.

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### **Key Responsibilities** ###

·         **Strategic Leadership:** Develop and lead the global clinical strategy for assigned oncology programs, accounting for medical practice trends and the competitive landscape.

·         **Clinical Deliverables:** Provide medical input for all key documents, including study protocols, Investigator Brochures, and regulatory registration dossiers.

·         **Program Execution:** Deliver the Clinical Development Plan (CDP) in collaboration with study teams, ensuring efficient protocol execution and medical monitoring.

·         **Matrix Collaboration:** Drive clinical programs in partnership with Project Management, Clinical Operations, Biostatistics, and Regulatory Affairs to meet decision milestones.

·         **Decision Support:** Generate scenarios and risk-management strategies to inform senior leadership and support decision-making.

·         **Network Building:** Develop and maintain a global network of Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs), investigators, and patient advocacy groups.

·         **Stakeholder Interaction:** Represent the clinical program before regulatory authorities, data monitoring boards, and internal decision boards.

·         **Business Support:** Provide medical expertise to support in-/out-licensing activities and market access strategies.

### **Profile Required** ###

·         **Medical Credentials:** Medical Doctor (MD) with significant clinical experience in oncology, specifically in solid tumors.

·         **Industry Experience:** At least 2 to 5 years of proven success in early-stage oncology drug development (FIH to Phase 2) within the pharmaceutical industry.

·         **Specialized Expertise:** Experience in antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs) or radio-oncology is highly preferred.

·         **Leadership Track Record:** Demonstrated ability to lead at least one oncology development program through early stages within a matrix organization.

·         **Strategic Mindset:** Proven strategic thinker with an innovative mindset, capable of managing uncertainty and driving decisive risk-based actions.

·         **Technical Mastery:** Thorough knowledge of GCP, clinical trial design, statistical methodology, and global regulatory development processes.

·         **Collaborative Spirit:** Strong ability to establish scientific partnerships with external stakeholders and internal cross-functional teams.

·         **Agile Mindset:** Entrepreneurial and autonomous approach, combined with high medical curiosity and a commitment to staying current with scientific progress.

### **What we Offer** ###

·         Being part of a company where innovation, collaboration, and impact aren-t just values - they-re how we work every day

·         Partner with teams across disciplines, at the forefront of oncology and anti-infective development

·         An inclusive and respectful workplace - proud to be Equal-Pay certified

·         Grow in a culture that values people, purpose, and performance

·         A chance to grow, share, and shape the future of healthcare

 

### **What to Expect in the Recruitment Process** ###

If your application is selected, you-ll be invited to interviews with Talent Acquisition and the Hiring Manager via Teams, followed by a panel interview and reference checks. Communication is handled via Workable-check your spam folder for emails from *\*@outbound.workable.com*.

*Please contact our HR Department prior to submitting any profiles. We cannot accept unsolicited applications from agencies or recruiters.*