Vice President – Clinical Development

Janux Therapeutics

. Set and execute the strategic vision for clinical development in autoimmune diseases, ensuring alignment with corporate goals and maximizing portfolio value .

Posted 10/6/2026full-timeSan Diego • California • United StatesSenior💰 $350,000 - $450,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strategic leadership in clinical development with a focus on immunology, ensuring patient safety and regulatory compliance while fostering cross-functional collaboration and innovation.

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MD Or DOImmunology ExpertiseClinical Development LeadershipRegulatory StrategyStakeholder Management

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Hard Skills

Clinical Trial DesignData InterpretationPortfolio ManagementDrug Development ProcessesMedical Monitoring

Soft Skills

Exceptional CommunicationInfluenceTeam BuildingCritical EvaluationEntrepreneurial Mindset

Industry Keywords

Autoimmune DiseasesBiotechPharmaImmunology PipelineKey Opinion Leaders

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Set and execute the strategic vision for clinical development in autoimmune diseases, ensuring alignment with corporate goals and maximizing portfolio value
Lead cross-functional teams in the design and implementation of clinical development strategies, focusing on innovation, differentiation, and speed to market
Oversee clinical program execution at a strategic level, delegating operational and hands-on responsibilities to clinical teams and direct reports
Maintain ultimate accountability for medical monitoring, ensuring patient safety and clinical integrity, while delegating day-to-day monitoring activities
Provide expert guidance and strategic input on clinical trial design, regulatory strategy, and data interpretation
Serve as the primary medical and scientific spokesperson for the immunology franchise, internally and externally
Cultivate relationships with key opinion leaders, investigators, and external partners to advance Janux’s immunology pipeline
Drive organizational growth, talent development, and succession planning within the clinical development function
Report to the CEO
Perform other duties as deemed essential

Requirements

What you’ll need

MD or DO with subspecialty in immunology, autoimmune diseases, or related fields
Demonstrated success as a senior clinical leader (e.g., therapeutic area head, franchise lead) in large pharma or biotech, with broad immunology experience
Proven track record of strategic leadership in clinical development, portfolio management, and cross-functional team building
Innovative, entrepreneurial mindset; experience driving change and building new capabilities
Deep understanding of early drug development, clinical trial processes, and regulatory requirements in immunology/inflammation
Exceptional communication, influence, and stakeholder management skills
Strong ability to critically evaluate data, literature, and presentations
High level of communication skills is expected
United States work authorization required
Ability to travel up to 25% for meetings or site visits as required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual bonus program
Incentive stock option plan
401k plan with flat non-elective employer contribution
Comprehensive medical insurance with 90-100% employer-paid premiums
Dental and vision insurance
HSA, FSA, and supplemental insurance plans (life, disability, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity)
Unlimited PTO
Generous holiday schedule; includes summer and winter company shutdown
Relocation assistance
Stock options
Restricted stock units
Stock purchase plan (ESPP)
Target bonus
Comprehensive benefits package for employees and their families
Supplemental disability insurance