Job Title:
Clinical Development Physician, Late Phase Oncology
Company: Astellas Pharma, Inc.
Location: Northbrook, IL
Created: 2026-04-15
Job Type: Full Time
Job Description:
About Astellas Astellas is a global life sciences company committed to turning innovative science into VALUE for patients. We provide transformative therapies in disease areas that include oncology, ophthalmology, urology, immunology and women's health. Through our research and development programs, we are pioneering new healthcare solutions for diseases with high unmet medical need. Learn more at . Are you driven to make a real difference in the lives of patients? We're seeking passionate individuals who thrive in dynamic environments, embrace new ideas, and aren't afraid to take intelligent risks. People who act with unwavering integrity and are deeply committed to making a tangible impact. Purpose & Scope: * Responsible for overseeing the design and delivery of trials within a given late phase program * Reports to the Medical Lead/disease area strategy head for the given program(s) and is accountable for defining the strategy and execution of assigned trials. * Clinical team leader with clear understanding of areas of responsibilities and accountabilities of the role. Role and Responsibilities: * Core member of the clinical team which is collectively responsible for the design and execution of one or more clinical trials. * Serves as Medical Monitor with responsibility for safety monitoring on clinical studies. Generates safety related documents, such as medical monitoring reports . Collaborates closely with the safety officer in writing and/or reviewing safety narratives, investigator letters, and other safety documentation for site-reported safety events. * With the Development Scientist, responsible for the medical aspects of all study-related documents, including for example the clinical study protocol, informed consent forms, clinical database, safety committee charters and clinical study reports. * Works with Development Scientists and Clinical Operation Leads to ensure efficient and streamlined execution of clinical trials and acquisition and interpretation of high-quality clinical data to inform program-level decision making and overall development strategies. * Supports functional level clinical development related initiatives as needed. Leads and/or participates in scientific and medical training to other team members and external clients, investigators, and other site staff as it pertains to assigned studies. * Reports to the Global Medical Portfolio Lead for Late Oncology.