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    Director, Clinical Development (Gene Therapy Program)

    University Overview

    The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks among the top 10 universities in the annual U.S. News & World Report survey. Penn has 12 highly-regarded schools that provide opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and continuing education, all influenced by Penn's distinctive interdisciplinary approach to scholarship and learning. As an employer Penn has been ranked nationally on many occasions with the most recent award from Forbes who named Penn one of America's Best Large Employers in 2023.

    Penn offers a unique working environment within the city of Philadelphia. The University is situated on a beautiful urban campus, with easy access to a range of educational, cultural, and recreational activities. With its historical significance and landmarks, lively cultural offerings, and wide variety of atmospheres, Philadelphia is the perfect place to call home for work and play.

    The University offers a competitive benefits package that includes excellent healthcare and tuition benefits for employees and their families, generous retirement benefits, a wide variety of professional development opportunities, supportive work and family benefits, a wealth of health and wellness programs and resources, and much more.

    Posted Job Title
    Director, Clinical Development (Gene Therapy Program)

    Job Profile Title
    Director D, Research, Clinical

    Job Description Summary
    The Gene Therapy Program (GTP) is entering a new era of unprecedented opportunity with the great potential to reshape the face of medicine. Our discoveries have set the stage for successful treatments and possibly even cures for devastating genetic diseases. GTP is a complex R&D organization consisting of research laboratories and multiple core functions which provide internal capacity to perform gene transfer studies from basic research through clinical trials.

    The laboratory of Dr. Jim Wilson at the GTP of the University of Pennsylvania has been a leader in the development of innovative vector technology for three decades. We have emerged as the "go-to" organization for public and private partners, who want to participate in the gene therapy space. Currently we are positioned to lead another round of vector innovation and establish preclinical and clinical proof-of-concept in therapeutic applications of in-vivo genetic therapies.

    Continuation of all GTP positions is contingent upon funding.

    Job Description

    Our genetic therapy programs involve multiple clinical indications including neuromuscular, cardiovascular, oncology, metabolic, and infectious disease.

    We are currently seeking a Clinical Development Director to be responsible for the scientific and clinical strategy for several gene therapy programs under the leadership of the Chief Medical Officer.

    This position will work in close collaboration with multiple functional groups at GTP especially the Translational, CMC, and Regulatory teams as well as with the Penn Orphan Disease Center. You will be responsible for clinical development plans, clinical protocols, and clinical aspects of regulatory interactions providing scientific and technical input on clinical studies including disease assessment, study design, study conduct, data analysis, and interpretation. In addition to study conceptualization and protocol development in collaboration with the larger program team, you will provide cross-functional support to clinical operations on the trial execution strategy as well as CRO, site, and vendor selection. You will also provide regular scientific support for ongoing clinical trials including natural history studies and patient registries that will support gene therapy programs.

    You will develop an external key opinion leader network and relationships with patient advocacy groups to bring scientific, patient, and medical expert insight to our research programs. You will also contribute to the organization of and participation in external Advisory board meetings and Orphan Disease think tanks.

    Qualifications:
    • Bachelor's Degree and minimum of 7 to 10 years of clinical trial experience in the pharmaceutical/biotech industry or equivalent environment is required. M.S. or Ph.D. or equivalent degree is preferred but not required.
    • Experience with clinical protocol development required.
    • Experience with writing clinical protocols, clinical sections of regulatory documents is required.
    • Experience with clinical trial management preferred.
    • Experience with clinical trial data cleaning, data analysis, and data presentation is preferred.


    Job Location - City, State
    Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

    Department / School
    Perelman School of Medicine

    Pay Range
    $90, $225,000.00 Annual Rate
    Salary offers are made based on the candidate's qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, as well as internal and market factors and grade profile.

    Affirmative Action Statement
    Penn adheres to a policy that prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected class.

    Special Requirements
    Background check required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.

    University Benefits
    • Health, Life, and Flexible Spending Accounts: Penn offers comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits to protect you and your family's health and welfare. You can also use flexible spending accounts to pay for eligible health care and dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars.
    • Tuition: Take advantage of Penn's exceptional tuition benefits. You, your spouse, and your dependent children can get tuition assistance here at Penn. Your dependent children are also eligible for tuition assistance at other institutions.
    • Retirement: Penn offers generous retirement plans to help you save for your future. Penn's Basic, Matching, and Supplemental retirement plans allow you to save for retirement on a pre-tax or Roth basis. Choose from a wide variety of investment options through TIAA and Vanguard.
    • Time Away from Work: Penn provides you with a substantial amount of time away from work during the course of the year. This allows you to relax, take vacations, attend to personal affairs, recover from illness or injury, spend time with family—whatever your personal needs may be.
    • Long-Term Care Insurance: In partnership with Genworth Financial, Penn offers faculty and staff (and your eligible family members) long-term care insurance to help you cover some of the costs of long-term care services received at home, in the community or in a nursing facility. If you apply when you're newly hired, you won't have to provide proof of good health or be subject to underwriting requirements. Eligible family members must always provide proof of good health and are subject to underwriting.
    • Wellness and Work-life Resources: Penn is committed to supporting our faculty and staff as they balance the competing demands of work and personal life. That's why we offer a wide variety of programs and resources to help you care for your health, your family, and your work-life balance.
    • Professional and Personal Development: Penn provides an array of resources to help you advance yourself personally and professionally.
    • University Resources: As a member of the Penn community, you have access to a wide range of University resources as well as cultural and recreational activities. Take advantage of the University's libraries and athletic facilities, or visit our arboretum and art galleries. There's always something going on at Penn, whether it's a new exhibit at the Penn Museum, the latest music or theater presentation at the Annenberg Center, or the Penn Relays at Franklin Field to name just a few examples. As a member of the Penn community, you're right in the middle of the excitement—and you and your family can enjoy many of these activities for free.
    • Discounts and Special Services: From arts and entertainment to transportation and mortgages, you'll find great deals for University faculty and staff. Not only do Penn arts and cultural centers and museums offer free and discounted admission and memberships to faculty and staff. You can also enjoy substantial savings on other goods and services such as new cars from Ford and General Motors, cellular phone service plans, movie tickets, and admission to theme parks.
    • Flexible Work Hours: Flexible work options offer creative approaches for completing work while promoting balance between work and personal commitments. These approaches involve use of non-traditional work hours, locations, and/or job structures.
    • Penn Home Ownership Services: Penn offers a forgivable loan for eligible employees interested in buying a home or currently residing in West Philadelphia, which can be used for closing costs or home improvements.
    • Adoption Assistance: Penn will reimburse eligible employees on qualified expenses in connection with the legal adoption of an eligible child, such as travel or court fees, for up to two adoptions in your household.



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