The Associate Director, Clinical Sciences Strategy and Planning, will partner with the Executive Director, Clinical Science Strategy and Excellence, to support the strategic and operational advancement of the assigned CDU(s) portfolio. This role will serve as a key operational partner, driving execution of critical initiatives while performing Chief of Staff functions for the department. The position requires close collaboration with the CDU leadership team, Clinical Scientist leadership, and cross-functional stakeholders to ensure alignment of priorities, effective communication, and operational excellence across Clinical Sciences.

This role is both strategic and tactical, requiring a nimble thinker with strong interpersonal skills, drug development and operational acumen, and the ability to pivot quickly as new data and priorities emerge. The ideal candidate will demonstrate the ability to translate strategic vision into operational execution while fostering cross-organizational collaboration.

A typical day in the life of an Associate Director, Clinical Sciences Strategy and Planning may include the following responsibilities:

• Partners with the Executive Director and CDU leadership team to drive and optimize critical Clinical Sciences initiatives, ensuring focus on the most impactful items for business success.
• Supports the execution of key projects and initiatives within the portfolio, tracking progress and ensuring alignment with Regeneron's strategic goals and objectives.
• Creates and maintains content for CDU communication platforms (e.g., intranet, Share Point sites) to drive awareness and clarity about the Clinical Sciences strategy, organization, portfolio, and work activities.
• Develops agendas for key internal meetings, facilitates effective discussions, documents clear action items, and drives communication and accountability within the Clinical Sciences organization.
• Assists in driving pipeline planning activities for the CDU portfolio, working with the CDU Leadership Team and other key stakeholders to ensure continuity of corporate planning and execution.
• Responsible for supporting cross-CDU resource and planning activities, including workforce/headcount planning, space planning, and quarterly/annual planning and budgeting processes.
• Supports the Executive Director clinical trial excellence initiatives, implementation of next-generation technologies, and enterprise-wide initiatives by coordinating cross-functional workstreams and tracking deliverables.
• Identifies and regularly reports on key performance metrics, providing insights and recommendations for enhancing team effectiveness and cross-organizational collaboration.
• Supports the preparation of board meetings, executive team meetings, and other senior management meetings, including development of presentation materials and briefing documents.

This role may be for you if you have the following:

• Advanced Degree in a scientific or business field preferred; MD, PhD, MBA, or PharmD strongly preferred.
• Minimum of 7 years of relevant experience in clinical research, drug development, and/or pharmaceutical operations.
• Proven ability to manage complex projects and drive operational excellence in a matrixed environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships at all levels of the organization.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to synthesize information and make informed recommendations.
• Demonstrated experience in fostering cross-organizational collaboration and managing multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Scientific acumen with the ability to understand and communicate complex clinical and scientific concepts.
• Experience with strategic planning, portfolio management, or Chief of Staff functions preferred.
• High level of integrity and professionalism, with the ability to handle sensitive information with discretion.
• Proficiency in creating executive-level presentations and communications.

Does this sound like you? Apply now to take your first step towards living the Regeneron Way! We have an inclusive culture that provides comprehensive benefits, which vary by location. In the U.S., benefits may include health and wellness programs (including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance), fitness centers, 401(k) company match, family support benefits, equity awards, annual bonuses, paid time off, and paid leaves (e.g., military and parental leave) for eligible employees at all levels! For additional information about Regeneron benefits in the US, please visit https://careers.regeneron.com/en/working-at-regeneron/total-rewards/. For other countries’ specific benefits, please speak to your recruiter.Please be advised that at Regeneron, we believe we are most successful and work best when we are together. For that reason, many of Regeneron’s roles are required to be performed on-site. Please speak with your recruiter and hiring manager for more information about Regeneron’s on-site policy and expectations for your role and your location.

Regeneron is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief (or lack thereof), sex, nationality, national or ethnic origin, civil status, age, citizenship status, membership of the Traveler community, sexual orientation, disability, genetic information, familial status, marital or registered civil partnership status, pregnancy or parental status, gender identity, gender reassignment, military or veteran status, or any other protected characteristic in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. The Company will also provide reasonable accommodation to the known disabilities or chronic illnesses of an otherwise qualified applicant for employment, unless the accommodation would impose undue hardship on the operation of the Company's business.

For roles in which the hired candidate will be working in the U.S., the salary ranges provided are shown in accordance with U.S. law and apply to U.S.-based positions. For roles which will be based in Japan and/or Canada, the salary ranges are shown in accordance with the applicable local law and currency. If you are outside the U.S, Japan or Canada, please speak with your recruiter about salaries and benefits in your location.

Please note that certain background checks will form part of the recruitment process. Background checks will be conducted in accordance with the law of the country where the position is based, including the type of background checks conducted. The purpose of carrying out such checks is for Regeneron to verify certain information regarding a candidate prior to the commencement of employment such as identity, right to work, educational qualifications etc.

Salary Range (annually)

$157,200.00 - $256,600.00