Description
Liquidia is deeply passionate and committed to the discovery, engineering, and development required to bring novel therapies to patients who need them most, and to the healthcare providers who care for them. Our current drive is toward improving the treatment of pulmonary hypertension (PH). We will continue to combine our proprietary, innovative PRINT® Technology with new and established medications, offering the potential for both better precision and improved clinical outcomes. Our team members include some of the industry’s top scientists, clinicians, business strategists, engineers, and pharmaceutical executives. We work together to help people lead longer, healthier, and happier lives.
Job Summary
Liquidia is seeking a dynamic and experienced Senior Vice President, Head of Clinical Operations, to lead the strategic and operational execution of our expanding clinical pipeline and portfolio in serious pulmonary and vascular diseases. The ideal candidate will be a hands-on leader with deep expertise in respiratory clinical development and a proven track record of overseeing multiple programs from early to late phase in the US and globally.
Reporting to the Chief Development Officer of Clinical, this individual will help shape the future strategy, structure and culture of Clinical Operations, influence corporate strategy and lead innovative global clinical programs. The S/VP will manage a growing internal team and a network of external partners and consultants, ensuring flawless clinical execution across all active and planned programs.
Requirements- Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in a related field.
- 15+ years of progressive experience in clinical operations leadership within biotech or pharma.
- Demonstrated success overseeing 5+ clinical programs (Phase I–IV) simultaneously.
- Proven experience leading multi-regional/global trials (e.g., U.S., EU, and APAC), including start-up through close-out.
- Deep understanding of pulmonary/respiratory therapeutic areas required.
- Proven ability to scale teams and establish efficient organizational structures.
- Strong vendor management, budgeting, and operational governance experience.
- Collaborative, decisive leader with exceptional communication and change management skills.
- Based in or willing to travel frequently to the Raleigh–Durham (RTP) area preferred; or East Coast candidates.