**The Position** Join our team as a Program Lead for Antibody Drug Conjugates at a top healthcare company. In this role, you'll lead projects that turn research into real-world medical solutions. We're seeking someone with a strong drug development background, leadership skills, and a passion for innovation. You'll manage teams, drive project success, and contribute to advancing healthcare. This is a great opportunity for those ready to impact patient care and medical science. Apply now to help shape the future of medicine. This position can be filled in different countries. If you want to apply for the position in the US, please use this link: coming soon If you want to apply for the position in Germany click "Apply now".​ **Tasks & responsibilities** + In your new role you will lead cross-functional teams in Experimental Medicine and Early Clinical Development, driving the Clinical Development Plan (CDP) and representing the team at key decision-making committees. + You will develop and implement a comprehensive Clinical Development Plan (CDP) with an end-to-end path in mind, leading asset transitions from preclinical to clinical stages and evidence generation up to the Proof of Concept + Furthermore, you will align, coordinate, and manage information flow within the team to ensure timely execution of development strategies. + You will evaluate and integrate new scientific data and technologies to enhance clinical development processes and outcomes. + Moreover, you will act as a subject matter expert, providing guidance and mentorship in clinical drug research and development. + You will establish and manage strategic partnerships and collaborations with external stakeholders to leverage external expertise and resources. + You will be accountable for the budget, timelines, and deliverables of early clinical development programs, ensuring projects meet their objectives. + In addition, you will ensure compliance with all relevant regulations, including ICH GCP, to maintain the safety, rights, and well-being of trial subjects. **Requirements** + MD-PhD or MD with long-standing experience within the pharmaceutical industry, CROs, or regulatory authorities with experience in antibody drug conjugates, specialization / board certification oncology + Senior professional with several years of integrative leading experience in a matrix environment and with multi-year year experience in early clinical development including e.g. translational or biomarker research + Proven leadership skills in global settings with inspirational team management and exceptional communication and presentation abilities + Expertise in leading complex international projects with a history of driving innovation + Deep understanding of business-relevant tools, technology oversight, and competitive dynamics + Solid knowledge of drug development processes with strong project management and matrix leadership experience as well as skills in problem identification, meeting facilitation, and training delivery + Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills, able to engage with various internal and external partners + Fluency in English written and spoken required **Ready to contact us?** If you have any questions about the job posting or process - please contact our HR Direct Team, Tel: +49 (0) 6132 77-3330 or via mail: hr.de@boehringer-ingelheim.com Recruitment process: Step 1: Online application - application deadline is 07.05.2025 Step 2: Virtual meeting in the period from late April till early May Step 3: Virtual interviews beginning of late May All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to a person’s actual or perceived race, including natural hairstyles, hair texture and protective hairstyles; color; creed; religion; national origin; age; ancestry; citizenship status, marital status; gender, gender identity or expression; sexual orientation, mental, physical or intellectual disability, veteran status; pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition; genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing) or any other class or characteristic protected by applicable law.