Medical Director, Dermatology

Company: Ventyx Biosciences
Location: Encinitas
Posted on: August 5, 2022

Job Description:

Ventyx Biosciences, Inc. is a clinical-stage, public biopharmaceutical company focused on advancing new therapies for millions of people living with inflammatory diseases and autoimmune disorders. We are developing novel and differentiated therapeutics that target both the innate and adaptive immune system. Our clinical-stage programs include an allosteric TYK2 inhibitor for the treatment of a broad range of autoimmune diseases, an S1P1 receptor modulator for the treatment of ulcerative colitis, and a peripheral inhibitor of the NLRP3 inflammasome, which is a mediator of multiple inflammatory conditions. Join this team of life science professionals to bring this portfolio of programs to fruition. The Opportunity: Senior Medical Director/Executive Medical Director, Dermatology The Medical Director will support Ventyx's Clinical and Medical assets by successful execution of clinical development programs and deliverables in partnership across the organization; with external vendors; and with external academicians and collaboration partners. The candidate will report to the CMO. As a leader in the organization, the incumbent will be involved in setting clinical program strategy and help assure that activities are executed within expected scope, budget and timelines. The incumbent will work closely with colleagues in clinical development, program leadership, biometrics, clinical operations, safety/pharmacovigilance, regulatory, molecular diagnostics, and translational research. The incumbent will lead development programs in dermatology/rheumatology including psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis. Prior experience with dermatology clinical development programs, particularly in psoriasis, psoriatic arthritis and atopic dermatitis is highly desirable. What You Will Contribute * Establishes and approves scientific methods for design and implementation of applicable clinical protocols, data collection systems, and final reports.
* Participates and leads clinical subteams in the design, execution and reporting of Company-sponsored worldwide clinical trials programs, including clinical trial strategy and plans, overall study design, protocols, and the identification of suitable investigators and consultants.
* Oversees medical monitoring for and responding to safety events. Provides medical expertise ensuring the safety of the products and patients, including SAE evaluation and reporting.
* Works in close collaboration with operations personnel; including the selection and management of CRO activities.
* Potentially responsible for managing therapeutic area physicians and clinical scientists.
* Evaluates efficacy data; summarize data for senior management or outside parties.
* Interfaces with regulatory agencies for clinical development programs and regulatory submissions.
* Oversees the interaction with medical consultants and some clinical advisors, and investigators and serves to influence and expedite the progression of the clinical studies
* Participates in the preparation of protocols, Investigator Brochures, clinical study reports, safety reports, and the clinical sections of Annual Reports, INDs/IMPDs, NDAs/MAAs, SOPs, abstracts and manuscripts.
* Evaluates business development and market opportunities from a medical perspective.
* Provides clinical expertise to the drug discovery teams involved in the clinical candidate selection process.
* Helps conceptualize, strategize, establish and coordinate Ventyx's clinical trial activities in TA. What We Seek * M.D. degree, board certified, preferably in dermatology or adjacent discipline.
* 3-5 years clinical research experience in a pharmaceutical or CRO environment preferred, preferably in dermatology. Experience in psoriasis, psoriatic arthritis and atopic dermatitis preferred.
* Demonstrated agility to learn, and prioritize multiple responsibilities independently, remove barriers and drive projects to completion.
* Strong oral & written scientific communications skills.
* Good presentation skills for diverse audiences (investigator meetings, site personnel, KOL interactions and internal project teams).
* Ability to strike a balance between independent work and team interaction, be a team player in a cross-functional team.
* Well-developed interpersonal skills, with experience in interacting with and influencing people, building strong positive relationships.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other productivity tools with an aptitude to learn new software and systems.
* Ability to travel as needed. What We Provide to You * The opportunity to make a difference in people's lives impacted by autoimmune and inflammatory diseases.
* Participate in a team of life science professionals who value science, data, high work ethic and a meritocracy; access to all levels of the organization to get work done with a sense of urgency.
* Competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefit package, including stock options. Job candidates should be aware that full vaccination against COVID-19 is required as a condition of employment subject to legally required exceptions. Ventyx is an equal opportunity employer and encourages potential or current employees to request a reasonable accommodation under federal, state and local regulations, should one be needed. Notice to Recruiters and Agencies: The Human Resources team manages the recruitment and employment process for Ventyx Biosciences. To protect the interest of all parties involved, Ventyx Biosciences does not accept unsolicited referrals or resumes from any source other than directly from candidates. We will not consider unsolicited referrals and/or resumes from vendors including and without limitation, search firms, staffing or recruiting agencies or fee-based referral services. The submission of referrals or resumes by anyone other than a candidate directly to Ventyx Biosciences' employees is strictly prohibited. Unsolicited referrals and resumes sent to Ventyx are deemed gratuitous, and do not obligate Ventyx to pay fees should we hire from those resumes. Recruiters are requested NOT to contact or present candidates directly to our hiring managers or employees. Please direct all inquiries to careers@.

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