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Director, Clinical Research

Alnylam Pharmaceuticals
US +2 more Clinical Full-time
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Be the strategic leader providing a strong, clear voice for the clinical program. Develop creative but realistic approaches to drug development and lead clinical efforts to secure global regulatory approvals. Oversight of trial conduct and safety Provide strategic consultation and guidance to Research on all decisions that have significant clinical components and implications. Collaborate closely with Preclinical, Regulatory Affairs and Medical Affairs to ensure tight strategic integration of product development plans. Be accountable via Clinical Research and Operations for all relevant timelines and deliverables. Supervise closely all major written deliverables (regulatory submissions, original articles, abstracts), and presentation materials. Be responsible for final review and sign off with respect to all controlled documents including protocols, investigator brochures, and informed consent forms. Influence internal and external audiences in a high impact, highly visible fashion A highly driven, dynamic, engaged and accomplished physician-scientist with experience and insight will thrive in this role. MD with strong research background or MD PhD with best of class clinical and/or research training as shown through research support and peer-reviewed publications. Board Certification (or equivalent) or specialist training in cardiology Expertise in heart failure and/or amyloidosis is desirable 3+ years industry experience or equivalent clinical academic experience Sound scientific and clinical judgment Familiarity with concepts of clinical research and clinical trial design, including biostatistics, and regulatory agency organization, guidelines, and practices Ability to effectively present ideas and document complex medical/clinical concepts in both written and oral communication History of solving problems while exhibiting superior judgment and a balanced, realistic understanding of issues Outstanding leadership and collaboration skills working within a matrix environment Experience and knowledge of working with biotech/pharma partner(s) Thrives in highly entrepreneurial biotech environment and embraces Alnylam's culture of science, passion and urgency. LI-JB1 #LI-Hybrid U.S. Pay Range $255,000.00 - $345,000.00 The pay range reflects the full-time base salary range we expect to pay for this role at the time of posting. Base pay will be determined based on a number of factors including, but not limited to, relevant experience, skills, and education. This role is eligible for an annual short-term incentive award (e.g., bonus or sales incentive) and an annual long-term incentive award (e.g., equity). Alnylam's robust Total Rewards package is designed to support your overall health and well-being. We offer comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, a lifestyle reimbursement program, flexible spending and health savings accounts and a 401(k)with a generous company match. Eligible employees enjoy paid time off, wellness days, holidays, and two company-wide recharge breaks. We also offer generous family resources and leave. Our commitment to your well-being reflects our belief that caring for our people fuels the impact we create together. Learn more about these and additional benefits offered by Alnylam by visiting the Benefits section of the Careers website: https://www.alnylam.com/careers

About Alnylam Pharmaceuticals

Biopharmaceutical company pioneering RNA interference (RNAi) therapeutics for rare genetic, cardiometabolic, and CNS diseases. Headquartered in Cambridge, MA.

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Job Details
PostedJun 30, 2026
LocationUS +2 more
DepartmentClinical
EmploymentFull-time
SeniorityDirector
Salary255,000 – 345,000 USD / year
CountryUnited States
About the company
Alnylam Pharmaceuticals
Biopharmaceutical company pioneering RNA interference (RNAi) therapeutics for rare genetic, cardiometabolic, and CNS diseases. Headquartered in Cambridge, MA.
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