Executive Director, Clinical Program Management

We seek these behaviors in all MapLight employees.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in biotech or pharmaceutical clinical development, with a documented track record of leadership across complex, multi-stage clinical programs and portfolios.
• Demonstrated success operating at both program and portfolio levels, including participation in governance, prioritization, and development decision-making forums.
• Strong grounding in clinical development principles, regulatory strategy, and cross-functional execution sufficient to engage credibly with Clinical Program Leads, functional experts, and senior leadership.
• Proven experience partnering effectively with Clinical, Regulatory, Operations, CMC, and related functions.
• Demonstrated ability to apply sound judgment under ambiguity, anticipate risk, and enable high-quality development decisions.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and develop Program Management professionals while remaining engaged as needed.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Fluent in written and verbal business English.
• Highly motivated, self-driven and dependable.
• Committed to MapLight's Core Beliefs and Values.

Travel

Location

• Remote US position. Hybrid 3 days in office for employees located within 50 miles of Redwood City, CA or Burlington, MA.
• MapLight does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, staffing agencies, or search firms.
• Compensation for this role may vary within the above range based on many factors including geographic location, candidate experience, and skills. Additional compensation/benefits include annual bonus opportunity, medical, dental, vision, life and AD&D, short term and long term disability, 401(K) plan with match, stock options, flexible non-accrual paid time off, and parental leave.
• EEOC Statement: MapLight Therapeutics is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.