VP – Medical Science and Strategy, Cardiovascular

Thermo Fisher Scientific

. Drive strategic and measurable business outcomes for the Medical Science and Strategy team .

Posted 10/30/2026full-timeRemote • United Kingdom, France, Serbia, Bulgaria, Hungary, Switzerland, Portugal, Italy, Belgium, Poland, Romania, Netherlands, Ireland, SpainLeadWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in cardiovascular clinical development, including leading programs from discovery through registration, while providing strategic input on regulatory and safety considerations. Capable of mentoring clinical scientists and engaging with key opinion leaders to drive business outcomes.

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MDCardiovascular Clinical DevelopmentRegulatory Briefing DocumentsClinical Trial Protocol DesignStrong Presentation Skills

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Hard Skills

Clinical Study ReportsInvestigator BrochuresNDA/MAA Clinical PackagesFeasibility Study DesignProduct Development Plans

Soft Skills

DecisiveCustomer DrivenFlexible ThinkingStrong Communication SkillsAbility to Lead and Influence

Certifications & Qualifications

Board Certification (Cardiology)Active Medical License

Industry Keywords

Medical ScienceClinical ResearchTherapeutic Area LeadersClient GovernanceAdvisory Boards

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Drive strategic and measurable business outcomes for the Medical Science and Strategy team
Provide high-quality input into significant requests for proposals, including development strategy, regulatory issues, drug class issues, protocol and indication considerations, safety, and team education
Interact with client physicians and indication leaders before and during bid defenses
Identify business opportunities for the PPD clinical research business
Engage proactively with therapeutic area leaders and senior directors of client companies
Support strategic alliance development, client governance, and advisory boards
Provide product development plans and top-level clinical trial protocol designs through PPD’s consulting practice
Provide therapeutic and developmental expertise to internal clinical teams
Deliver indication-specific training and guidance during clinical trial execution
Author and review Investigator Brochures, clinical study reports, NDA/MAA clinical packages, and regulatory briefing documents
Contribute to feasibility study design and reporting
Liaise with investigators and KOLs
Mentor and supervise clinical scientists
Participate in multidisciplinary teams and working groups supporting innovative initiatives

Requirements

What you’ll need

MD required
At least 7 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry leading cardiovascular clinical development programs
Experience advancing at least one asset from discovery through registration
Board certification preferred (Cardiology)
Active medical license preferred but not required
Ability to work in a matrix organization
Decisive, customer driven, flexible thinking, smart-risk taking and continuous improvement
Ability to lead, influence and motivate staff within and across departments
Strong presentation and communication skills for complex information
Ability to handle sensitive and confidential issues
Ability to implement and follow through on activities and projects
Proficient in spoken and written English
Flexibility to travel domestically and internationally

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive salary and benefits
Mentorship and training
Work diversity, exposure to several assets in different stages of clinical development from several clients
Exciting work environment
Fully remote work arrangement