Vice President of Clinical Development Jobs
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Panoramic Health
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Vice President of Business Development, Clinical Research
Panoramic Health·Remote
Job functions:
Remote (US)
Bachelor's degree
11-50 employees
Job Description
Vice President of Business Development, Clinical Research | Remote, USA
Panoramic Science | Powered by Panoramic Health
About Panoramic Science
Panoramic Science is the clinical research division of Panoramic Health, a physician-led healthcare organization committed to advancing patient care through innovative clinical research. Our growing, multi-site research network partners with pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and contract research organizations (CROs) to conduct industry-sponsored clinical trials and advance treatments across cardiovascular, renal, and metabolic (CVRM) therapeutic areas.
We are building a high-performing, scalable clinical research network focused on strong site execution, strategic industry partnerships, and data-driven growth.
Position Overview
Panoramic Science is seeking a strategic, commercially driven Vice President of Business Development, Clinical Research to lead enterprise-wide commercial strategy and accelerate growth across our multi-site clinical research network.
As a member of the Panoramic Science leadership team, the Vice President will own the commercial vision and be accountable for network-wide study awards, bookings, revenue growth, and long-term enterprise value. This executive will lead the development of strategic sponsor and CRO partnerships, expand portfolio-level relationships, and build a high-performing business development function that drives sustainable growth across the network.
The ideal candidate brings extensive experience in clinical research business development, established executive-level relationships across biopharmaceutical companies and CROs, and a demonstrated ability to translate commercial strategy into measurable financial results. This leader will also bring a rigorous, data-driven approach to pipeline management, forecasting, performance optimization, and executive reporting.
Key Responsibilities
Enterprise Commercial Strategy & Growth
The Company is committed to the principles of equal employment. We are committed to complying with all federal, state, and local laws providing equal employment opportunities, and all other employment laws and regulations. It is our intent to maintain a work environment which is free of harassment, discrimination, or retaliation because of age, race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), physical or mental disability, genetic information (including testing and characteristics), veteran status, uniformed servicemember status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws. The company is dedicated to the fulfillment of this policy in regard to all aspects of employment, including but not limited to recruiting, hiring, placement, transfer, training, promotion, rates of pay, and other compensation, termination, and all other terms, conditions, and privileges of employment.
Panoramic Science | Powered by Panoramic Health
About Panoramic Science
Panoramic Science is the clinical research division of Panoramic Health, a physician-led healthcare organization committed to advancing patient care through innovative clinical research. Our growing, multi-site research network partners with pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and contract research organizations (CROs) to conduct industry-sponsored clinical trials and advance treatments across cardiovascular, renal, and metabolic (CVRM) therapeutic areas.
We are building a high-performing, scalable clinical research network focused on strong site execution, strategic industry partnerships, and data-driven growth.
Position Overview
Panoramic Science is seeking a strategic, commercially driven Vice President of Business Development, Clinical Research to lead enterprise-wide commercial strategy and accelerate growth across our multi-site clinical research network.
As a member of the Panoramic Science leadership team, the Vice President will own the commercial vision and be accountable for network-wide study awards, bookings, revenue growth, and long-term enterprise value. This executive will lead the development of strategic sponsor and CRO partnerships, expand portfolio-level relationships, and build a high-performing business development function that drives sustainable growth across the network.
The ideal candidate brings extensive experience in clinical research business development, established executive-level relationships across biopharmaceutical companies and CROs, and a demonstrated ability to translate commercial strategy into measurable financial results. This leader will also bring a rigorous, data-driven approach to pipeline management, forecasting, performance optimization, and executive reporting.
Key Responsibilities
Enterprise Commercial Strategy & Growth
- Develop and own the multi-year commercial strategy and annual growth plan for the clinical research network, aligned with organizational priorities and long-term value creation.
- Drive accountability for network-wide bookings, study awards, and revenue growth, including repeat business and strategic partnerships across all sites.
- Establish commercial priorities across sponsors, CROs, therapeutic areas, and clinical trial programs based on revenue potential, strategic alignment, and operational feasibility.
- Identify new market opportunities, therapeutic areas, and capabilities that support network expansion and long-term commercial growth.
- Partner with the President and executive leadership team on budgeting, forecasting, resource allocation, and long-range business planning.
- Own senior executive relationships with pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and CRO partners, serving as the network's primary commercial representative.
- Originate, negotiate, and secure portfolio-level partnerships, preferred site network relationships, and multi-study awards.
- Strengthen sponsor and CRO engagement to increase study opportunities, improve award conversion, and establish Panoramic Science as a trusted, high-performing research partner.
- Define and communicate the network's commercial value proposition, leveraging performance data, site capabilities, patient populations, and operational outcomes to differentiate the organization in the marketplace.
- Represent Panoramic Science in executive sponsor meetings, scientific conferences, and industry forums to expand visibility and strengthen strategic relationships.
- Establish and oversee the business development operating model, including CRM infrastructure, standardized processes, pipeline management, and commercial performance reporting.
- Drive enterprise-wide adoption of CRM tools, such as Salesforce, to improve visibility into sponsor engagement, study opportunities, award outcomes, and revenue forecasts.
- Define and own key business development performance indicators, including pipeline value, win rates, sales cycle times, sponsor concentration, bookings, and revenue forecasts.
- Use quantitative analysis and market intelligence to optimize sponsor targeting, commercial resource allocation, conversion rates, and overall business development effectiveness.
- Deliver executive- and board-level reporting that communicates commercial performance, growth trends, risks, and opportunities to support strategic and investment decisions.
- Serve as a key member of the Panoramic Science leadership team, ensuring commercial priorities align with organizational strategy and operational capabilities.
- Partner with senior leaders across operations, feasibility, finance, regulatory affairs, and site leadership to align study opportunities with site capacity, capabilities, and execution readiness.
- Translate sponsor and CRO feedback, competitive intelligence, and market trends into actionable operational improvements and strategic investment priorities.
- Establish standardized business development processes, tools, templates, and playbooks that promote consistency, accountability, and scalability across the network.
- Foster cross-functional collaboration to improve study award conversion, strengthen sponsor satisfaction, and support long-term partnership growth.
- Build, lead, and develop a high-performing business development team aligned with enterprise growth objectives.
- Establish clear performance expectations, goals, and accountability measures while coaching team members to improve commercial effectiveness.
- Develop a culture of disciplined pipeline management, data-driven decision-making, relationship development, and continuous improvement.
- Ensure business development resources are deployed effectively against the network's highest-value commercial opportunities.
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- 10+ years of progressive experience in clinical research business development, including leadership of commercial strategy within a multi-site research network, academic research organization, or comparable life sciences business.
- Demonstrated success building and leading business development or commercial teams and contributing to senior-level organizational strategy.
- Proven track record of owning bookings and revenue targets and driving study awards, portfolio-level partnerships, and sustained revenue growth.
- Established executive-level relationships with biopharmaceutical companies, pharmaceutical sponsors, and CROs.
- Deep familiarity with cardiovascular, renal, and metabolic (CVRM) clinical trials and sponsor/CRO decision-making dynamics.
- Strong expertise in CRM platforms, such as Salesforce, including pipeline management, forecasting, analytics, and performance reporting.
- Highly analytical and metrics-driven, with the ability to translate commercial data into strategic priorities and measurable business outcomes.
- Experience presenting commercial performance, growth plans, and forecasts to executive leadership, boards, and/or private equity stakeholders.
- Excellent executive communication, negotiation, relationship management, and presentation skills.
- Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional initiatives, influence senior stakeholders, and scale commercial processes within a growth-oriented organization.
- Shape enterprise growth: Lead the commercial strategy for a growing clinical research network and directly influence its long-term success.
- Build high-impact partnerships: Develop strategic relationships with leading pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and CRO organizations.
- Lead at the executive level: Partner with organizational leadership on growth strategy, commercial performance, and investment priorities.
- Build and develop a high-performing team: Establish the commercial infrastructure, processes, and talent needed to support continued expansion.
- Advance clinical research: Help expand access to clinical trials across cardiovascular, renal, and metabolic therapeutic areas.
The Company is committed to the principles of equal employment. We are committed to complying with all federal, state, and local laws providing equal employment opportunities, and all other employment laws and regulations. It is our intent to maintain a work environment which is free of harassment, discrimination, or retaliation because of age, race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), physical or mental disability, genetic information (including testing and characteristics), veteran status, uniformed servicemember status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws. The company is dedicated to the fulfillment of this policy in regard to all aspects of employment, including but not limited to recruiting, hiring, placement, transfer, training, promotion, rates of pay, and other compensation, termination, and all other terms, conditions, and privileges of employment.
Panoramic Health
Vice President of Business Development, Clinical Research
Remote
New 23h ago11-50 employees
Job functions:
Remote (US)
Bachelor's degree
Job Description
Vice President of Business Development, Clinical Research | Remote, USA
Panoramic Science | Powered by Panoramic Health
About Panoramic Science
Panoramic Science is the clinical research division of Panoramic Health, a physician-led healthcare organization committed to advancing patient care through innovative clinical research. Our growing, multi-site research network partners with pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and contract research organizations (CROs) to conduct industry-sponsored clinical trials and advance treatments across cardiovascular, renal, and metabolic (CVRM) therapeutic areas.
We are building a high-performing, scalable clinical research network focused on strong site execution, strategic industry partnerships, and data-driven growth.
Position Overview
Panoramic Science is seeking a strategic, commercially driven Vice President of Business Development, Clinical Research to lead enterprise-wide commercial strategy and accelerate growth across our multi-site clinical research network.
As a member of the Panoramic Science leadership team, the Vice President will own the commercial vision and be accountable for network-wide study awards, bookings, revenue growth, and long-term enterprise value. This executive will lead the development of strategic sponsor and CRO partnerships, expand portfolio-level relationships, and build a high-performing business development function that drives sustainable growth across the network.
The ideal candidate brings extensive experience in clinical research business development, established executive-level relationships across biopharmaceutical companies and CROs, and a demonstrated ability to translate commercial strategy into measurable financial results. This leader will also bring a rigorous, data-driven approach to pipeline management, forecasting, performance optimization, and executive reporting.
Key Responsibilities
Enterprise Commercial Strategy & Growth
The Company is committed to the principles of equal employment. We are committed to complying with all federal, state, and local laws providing equal employment opportunities, and all other employment laws and regulations. It is our intent to maintain a work environment which is free of harassment, discrimination, or retaliation because of age, race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), physical or mental disability, genetic information (including testing and characteristics), veteran status, uniformed servicemember status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws. The company is dedicated to the fulfillment of this policy in regard to all aspects of employment, including but not limited to recruiting, hiring, placement, transfer, training, promotion, rates of pay, and other compensation, termination, and all other terms, conditions, and privileges of employment.
Panoramic Science | Powered by Panoramic Health
About Panoramic Science
Panoramic Science is the clinical research division of Panoramic Health, a physician-led healthcare organization committed to advancing patient care through innovative clinical research. Our growing, multi-site research network partners with pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and contract research organizations (CROs) to conduct industry-sponsored clinical trials and advance treatments across cardiovascular, renal, and metabolic (CVRM) therapeutic areas.
We are building a high-performing, scalable clinical research network focused on strong site execution, strategic industry partnerships, and data-driven growth.
Position Overview
Panoramic Science is seeking a strategic, commercially driven Vice President of Business Development, Clinical Research to lead enterprise-wide commercial strategy and accelerate growth across our multi-site clinical research network.
As a member of the Panoramic Science leadership team, the Vice President will own the commercial vision and be accountable for network-wide study awards, bookings, revenue growth, and long-term enterprise value. This executive will lead the development of strategic sponsor and CRO partnerships, expand portfolio-level relationships, and build a high-performing business development function that drives sustainable growth across the network.
The ideal candidate brings extensive experience in clinical research business development, established executive-level relationships across biopharmaceutical companies and CROs, and a demonstrated ability to translate commercial strategy into measurable financial results. This leader will also bring a rigorous, data-driven approach to pipeline management, forecasting, performance optimization, and executive reporting.
Key Responsibilities
Enterprise Commercial Strategy & Growth
- Develop and own the multi-year commercial strategy and annual growth plan for the clinical research network, aligned with organizational priorities and long-term value creation.
- Drive accountability for network-wide bookings, study awards, and revenue growth, including repeat business and strategic partnerships across all sites.
- Establish commercial priorities across sponsors, CROs, therapeutic areas, and clinical trial programs based on revenue potential, strategic alignment, and operational feasibility.
- Identify new market opportunities, therapeutic areas, and capabilities that support network expansion and long-term commercial growth.
- Partner with the President and executive leadership team on budgeting, forecasting, resource allocation, and long-range business planning.
- Own senior executive relationships with pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and CRO partners, serving as the network's primary commercial representative.
- Originate, negotiate, and secure portfolio-level partnerships, preferred site network relationships, and multi-study awards.
- Strengthen sponsor and CRO engagement to increase study opportunities, improve award conversion, and establish Panoramic Science as a trusted, high-performing research partner.
- Define and communicate the network's commercial value proposition, leveraging performance data, site capabilities, patient populations, and operational outcomes to differentiate the organization in the marketplace.
- Represent Panoramic Science in executive sponsor meetings, scientific conferences, and industry forums to expand visibility and strengthen strategic relationships.
- Establish and oversee the business development operating model, including CRM infrastructure, standardized processes, pipeline management, and commercial performance reporting.
- Drive enterprise-wide adoption of CRM tools, such as Salesforce, to improve visibility into sponsor engagement, study opportunities, award outcomes, and revenue forecasts.
- Define and own key business development performance indicators, including pipeline value, win rates, sales cycle times, sponsor concentration, bookings, and revenue forecasts.
- Use quantitative analysis and market intelligence to optimize sponsor targeting, commercial resource allocation, conversion rates, and overall business development effectiveness.
- Deliver executive- and board-level reporting that communicates commercial performance, growth trends, risks, and opportunities to support strategic and investment decisions.
- Serve as a key member of the Panoramic Science leadership team, ensuring commercial priorities align with organizational strategy and operational capabilities.
- Partner with senior leaders across operations, feasibility, finance, regulatory affairs, and site leadership to align study opportunities with site capacity, capabilities, and execution readiness.
- Translate sponsor and CRO feedback, competitive intelligence, and market trends into actionable operational improvements and strategic investment priorities.
- Establish standardized business development processes, tools, templates, and playbooks that promote consistency, accountability, and scalability across the network.
- Foster cross-functional collaboration to improve study award conversion, strengthen sponsor satisfaction, and support long-term partnership growth.
- Build, lead, and develop a high-performing business development team aligned with enterprise growth objectives.
- Establish clear performance expectations, goals, and accountability measures while coaching team members to improve commercial effectiveness.
- Develop a culture of disciplined pipeline management, data-driven decision-making, relationship development, and continuous improvement.
- Ensure business development resources are deployed effectively against the network's highest-value commercial opportunities.
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- 10+ years of progressive experience in clinical research business development, including leadership of commercial strategy within a multi-site research network, academic research organization, or comparable life sciences business.
- Demonstrated success building and leading business development or commercial teams and contributing to senior-level organizational strategy.
- Proven track record of owning bookings and revenue targets and driving study awards, portfolio-level partnerships, and sustained revenue growth.
- Established executive-level relationships with biopharmaceutical companies, pharmaceutical sponsors, and CROs.
- Deep familiarity with cardiovascular, renal, and metabolic (CVRM) clinical trials and sponsor/CRO decision-making dynamics.
- Strong expertise in CRM platforms, such as Salesforce, including pipeline management, forecasting, analytics, and performance reporting.
- Highly analytical and metrics-driven, with the ability to translate commercial data into strategic priorities and measurable business outcomes.
- Experience presenting commercial performance, growth plans, and forecasts to executive leadership, boards, and/or private equity stakeholders.
- Excellent executive communication, negotiation, relationship management, and presentation skills.
- Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional initiatives, influence senior stakeholders, and scale commercial processes within a growth-oriented organization.
- Shape enterprise growth: Lead the commercial strategy for a growing clinical research network and directly influence its long-term success.
- Build high-impact partnerships: Develop strategic relationships with leading pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and CRO organizations.
- Lead at the executive level: Partner with organizational leadership on growth strategy, commercial performance, and investment priorities.
- Build and develop a high-performing team: Establish the commercial infrastructure, processes, and talent needed to support continued expansion.
- Advance clinical research: Help expand access to clinical trials across cardiovascular, renal, and metabolic therapeutic areas.
The Company is committed to the principles of equal employment. We are committed to complying with all federal, state, and local laws providing equal employment opportunities, and all other employment laws and regulations. It is our intent to maintain a work environment which is free of harassment, discrimination, or retaliation because of age, race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), physical or mental disability, genetic information (including testing and characteristics), veteran status, uniformed servicemember status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws. The company is dedicated to the fulfillment of this policy in regard to all aspects of employment, including but not limited to recruiting, hiring, placement, transfer, training, promotion, rates of pay, and other compensation, termination, and all other terms, conditions, and privileges of employment.
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in vice president of clinical development jobs.
- MD, PhD, or PharmD with at least 10 years of drug development experience
- Experience leading global Phase II and Phase III clinical trials across multiple therapeutic areas
- Strong knowledge of FDA and ICH regulatory requirements including IND and NDA submissions
- Proven ability to manage cross-functional teams including clinical operations, biostatistics, and medical affairs
- Experience selecting, contracting, and overseeing CRO partnerships for large-scale studies
- Demonstrated success advancing programs from proof-of-concept through regulatory approval or submission
Tips for Your Vice President of Clinical Development Job Search
Tailor your resume to pipeline stage
Hiring committees distinguish between candidates who have led early-phase programs and those with late-phase or launch experience. Call out the specific development phases you've owned, the therapeutic areas, and the number of INDs or NDAs your team advanced.
Quantify your clinical operations impact
Generic leadership language won't move your resume past a screener. Replace phrases like 'oversaw trials' with concrete outputs: enrollment timelines you compressed, protocol amendments you reduced, or CRO vendor relationships you restructured to cut cycle time.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists vice president of clinical development openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target companies by pipeline maturity
A startup entering Phase II needs a different operator than a large pharma managing a global Phase III portfolio. Filter openings by company stage and read recent press releases so your cover letter addresses where their pipeline actually is, not where it was two years ago.
Prepare a development strategy case study
Expect at least one panel interview round where you're asked to walk through a program decision you made under uncertainty. Prepare two concise examples: one where the data supported proceeding and one where you recommended stopping a program and why.
Negotiate total compensation, not just base
At this level, equity vesting schedules, milestone bonuses tied to regulatory events, and severance provisions vary significantly across companies. Before accepting, clarify whether equity accelerates on a change of control and what performance metrics trigger the milestone payouts.
Vice President of Clinical Development Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most vice president of clinical developments?
Citi, Shutterfly, and GSK are hiring the most vice president of clinical developments right now, with openings concentrated in California, Massachusetts, and Texas, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Activity tends to cluster at companies with active late-stage pipelines or recent funding rounds that are building out their development leadership teams.
How many vice president of clinical development jobs are remote?
About 89% of vice president of clinical development openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the cross-functional and site-independent nature of much of the work. Roles focused on regulatory strategy and program governance tend to be more remote-eligible, while positions requiring close CRO oversight or site management often expect in-person presence at corporate headquarters.
How do you become a vice president of clinical development?
Most vice president of clinical development roles require a terminal degree in medicine, pharmacy, or life sciences, followed by progressive leadership in clinical development, typically moving from medical director to senior director before reaching the vice president level. Building a record of advancing programs through key regulatory milestones, managing cross-functional teams, and owning sponsor responsibilities on a Phase III program is the most direct path.
Can you get a vice president of clinical development job with limited leadership experience?
Moving directly into a vice president of clinical development role without prior senior director or head-of-development experience is uncommon at established pharma or biotech companies. Smaller startups with a single-asset pipeline occasionally hire strong medical directors into vice president titles when they need someone who can build out the function, but those roles come with significant accountability and limited infrastructure support.
What does the vice president of clinical development interview process look like?
The process typically runs four to six rounds and includes an initial screening with HR or a talent partner, a deep-dive with the chief medical officer or head of R&D, a cross-functional panel with clinical operations and regulatory affairs leads, and a final presentation to the executive team. Candidates are routinely asked to present a development strategy for a hypothetical or thinly disguised version of the company's own pipeline asset.
Where can I find and apply to vice president of clinical development jobs?
You can find and apply to vice president of clinical development jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your therapeutic area background and program experience, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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