Senior Director, Drug Development & Consulting – Oncology

At ICON plc, we are driven by a commitment to People, Clients, and Performance. We are seeking a strategic Oncology expert to join our Drug Development & Consulting team in a highly visible, client-facing role.

This position offers the opportunity to 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

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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

Benefits may vary depending on role and location.

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