Senior Medical Director, Clinical Research- Hepatology

Be the strategic leader providing a strong, clear voice for the clinical programs Develop creative but realistic approaches to drug development and lead clinical efforts to secure global regulatory approvals Oversight of trial conduct and safety Provide strategic consultation and guidance to Research on all decisions that have significant clinical components and implications. Collaborate closely with Preclinical, Regulatory Affairs, Medical Affairs and Commercial to ensure tight strategic integration of product development plans Be accountable via Clinical Research and Operations for all relevant timelines and deliverables Drive/supervise all major written deliverables (regulatory submissions, original articles, abstracts), and presentation materials Be responsible (as appropriate in line with SOPs) for final review and sign off with respect to all controlled documents including protocols, IBs, informed consent forms Influence internal and external audiences in a high impact, highly visible fashion MD with strong research background or MD PhD, with a track record of successful research support and peer review publications. Board Certification (or equivalent) or specialist training is highly desirable; drug development experience in hepatology (autoimmune liver disease) would be a great advantage, but not essential 5+ years industry experience or equivalent clinical academic experience Sound scientific and clinical judgment Successful track record of leading Phase 2/3 clinical programs, including major interactions with Health Authorities Familiarity with concepts of clinical research and clinical trial design, including biostatistics, regulatory agency organization, guidelines, and practices Ability to effectively present ideas and document complex medical/clinical concepts in both written and oral communication History of solving problems while exhibiting superior judgment and a balanced, realistic understanding of issues Outstanding leadership and collaboration skills working within a matrix environment. Experience and knowledge of working with biotech/pharma partner(s) a plus Thrives in highly entrepreneurial biotech environment and embraces Alnylam's culture of science, passion and urgency.