Director, Strategic Development

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United Therapeutics (Nasdaq: UTHR) is a pioneering biotech company focused on developing treatments for rare diseases and creating manufactured organs to address transplant shortages. Founded in 1996, we have FDA-approved therapies for pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH), pulmonary hypertension associated with interstitial lung disease (PH-ILD), and neuroblastoma, with ongoing research into additional therapies for PAH and pulmonary fibrosis (PF).

The Director, Strategic Development will lead the clinical development strategy for multiple programs from Phase 1-3 through regulatory approval. Responsibilities include designing and reviewing clinical protocols, preparing regulatory submissions, analyzing scientific literature, collaborating with research teams, managing clinical trial sites, representing the company at scientific events, and participating in cross-functional teams.

Minimum qualifications:

• PhD, Pharm
  
  D, MPH, or RN in life sciences
• 10+ years (PhD/Pharm
  
  D) or 12+ years (MPH/RN) in clinical research/development
• Experience with clinical trial protocols, regulatory applications, GCP knowledge, scientific writing, and project management

Preferred qualifications:

• 5+ years in pulmonary disease research or drug development for orphan diseases
• Experience in clinical development of pulmonary diseases and database management

This hybrid role is based in Durham, NC, requiring at least four in-office days per week, with up to 25% travel. We offer comprehensive benefits, including health coverage, 401k, ESPP, paid time off, and parental leave.

United Therapeutics is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to diversity and inclusion.