Description
ICON is seeking a strategic Oncology expert to join our Drug Development & Consulting team in a highly visible, client-facing role based in Shanghai or Beijing, with flexible office or home working arrangements.
As a Senior Director, Drug Development & Consulting – Oncology, you will act as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders across the industry, including CEOs, CMOs, and Oncology Therapeutic Area Heads. You will deliver bespoke, asset-centric solutions while shaping oncology drug development strategies across the full lifecycle.
The Role
This is a consultative and advisory role where you will serve as a key scientific partner to both external clients and internal teams. Often acting as the first technical point of contact, you will play a critical role in pre-sales activities, proposal strategy, and long-term partnership development within oncology.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead strategic oncology drug development program design, delivering tailored, asset-focused solutions across solid tumors and/or hematologic malignancies
- Own protocol development, including design, review, and evaluation for oncology clinical trials
- Partner directly with senior client stakeholders to provide expert guidance on oncology data interpretation and development strategy
- Act as the scientific and strategic lead in proposal development and bid defense activities
- Build and maintain relationships with oncology key opinion leaders, advisory boards, and regulatory bodies
- Contribute to the development of new oncology-focused service offerings and support growth in this therapeutic area
- Provide training, mentorship, and thought leadership in oncology to internal teams and external clients
- Participate in portfolio reviews, governance activities, and project oversight as needed
- Support operational teams with scientific input, including investigator meetings and oncology-specific project discussions
- Represent ICON at oncology congresses and scientific meetings to promote clinical and scientific excellence
What You Bring
- Deep expertise in oncology drug development (solid tumors and/or hematologic malignancies)
- Strong understanding of oncology clinical trial design, endpoints, and evolving treatment landscapes (e.g., immuno-oncology, targeted therapies)
- Proven ability to operate in a strategic, client-facing, and consultative environment
- Experience engaging with senior stakeholders and influencing decision-making
- Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to translate complex oncology data into actionable insights
- A collaborative mindset with the ability to work cross-functionally in a global environment
- MD or PhD required
Additional Information
- Approximately 30-40% travel (domestic and international)
- Opportunity to work in a highly visible, impact-driven role shaping the future of oncology drug development
Rewards & Benefits
ICON offers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package designed to support your health, wellbeing, and career development.
Benefits may include:
- Competitive base salary and performance-related incentives
- Health and wellbeing programmes including medical, dental, and vision coverage where applicable
- Retirement and pension plans
- Life assurance and disability coverage
- Employee assistance programmes and wellbeing resources
- Learning and development opportunities through structured training and career pathways