Clinical Research Lead (Biology Informed Drug Development)

Job Title: Clinical Research Lead (Biology Informed Drug Development)

Position Summary:

The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research (“the Foundation”) is seeking top talent for its Clinical Research Lead (Biology Informed Drug Development) position. You will play a critical role in shaping and executing strategic programs that accelerate the development of Parkinson’s disease treatments. This role will provide scientific leadership across clinical-stage pharmacologic programs and biologically informed initiatives, while serving as a critical bridge between Translational Research and Clinical Development. Success requires strong curiosity, collaboration, and the ability to connect scientific, clinical, and market insights to advance innovative therapies.

This position may be hybrid-flex with the opportunity to work from the Foundation’s office in NYC or based remotely from anywhere within the U.S.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

• Strategic Leadership: Lead and execute strategic programs that align with the Foundation’s patient-centered priorities and therapeutic research vision, ensuring a de-risked and patient-centric clinical development approach

• Program and Portfolio Management: Manage research and clinical program portfolios at all stages—from concept development, review, and grant contracting to milestone management and troubleshooting during execution. Evaluate and establish mechanisms for sourcing and supporting clinical-stage therapeutic programs, including grants and strategic partnerships

• Clinical Development & Strategy: Develop new initiatives to clarify clinical, regulatory, and commercial development paths for novel Parkinson’s treatments. Proactively monitor emerging trends to position the Foundation for maximum impact in the Parkinson’s clinical landscape

• Patient Integration: Ensure the voice of the patient is integrated into all the Foundation’s therapeutic strategies. Leverage patient experience data to inform clinical development and decision-making

• Resource Allocation & Prioritization: Manage resource allocation and prioritization to meet clinical development goals with urgency. Ensure efficient use of resources across internal and external teams to achieve high-impact results

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