The Position Lead the Future of Medicine u2013 as (Senior) Clinical Program in Cardiovascular and Chronic Kidney Diseases To ensure the fastest and most focused path from strategy to patients, we are evolving our OneHP organization. Together, we are simplifying our structures, strengthening the accountability of Therapeutic Areas, and creating clear interfaces between Innovation and Business. This ensures that our assets are efficiently transformed into successful brands u2013 with the ultimate goal of delivering lasting value to patients around the world. Therefore, we are looking for a visionary leader to help shape our newly establishedu202fGlobal Experimental Medicineu202forganization. Your mission: elevate early clinical development, accelerate the path to Proof of Concept, and pave the way for breakthrough therapies. Now is the time to act u2013 to strengthen our organization, empower our teams, and fulfill our responsibility to patients worldwide. Join us in shaping the future of medicine u2013 apply now This position is part time eligible with 80%. This position can be filled in different countries. If you want to apply for the position in the USA, please use this link: https://jobs.boehringer-ingelheim.com/job-invite/30857/ If you want to apply for the position in Ingelheim or Biberach click "Apply now". Tasks & responsibilities In your new role, you will be responsible for designing and preparing early clinical development plans, focusing on Phase I and II studies to establish proof of concept (POC) for novel therapies in cardiovascular and chronic kidney diseases. Furthermore, as the clinical lead, you will guide cross-functional teams including experts from clinical trial operations, biostatistics, biomarkers, and patient safety to ensure high-quality execution. In close collaboration with late-stage clinical development, regulatory, and commercial teams, you will define and align on scientifically sound and competitive POC criteria. Moreover, together with the Clinical Trial Lead, you will oversee the setup, conduct, and data readout of clinical trials, ensuring timelines and quality standards are met. By partnering with cardiovascular research colleagues, you will contribute to building a robust and differentiated CV and CKD portfolio. In addition, your clinical expertise will be essential in evaluating external opportunities, supporting in-licensing decisions that strengthen the pipeline. Additional Tasks for the Senior Role: You will act as the Innovation Team Lead for assigned assets, driving strategic decisions and fostering a culture of scientific excellence within your team. Furthermore, you will provide medical expertise in a cross-functional team on an indication level to keep the strategy at the forefront of innovation. Requirements MD degree with several years of clinical and scientific experience in cardiology Track record in clinical drug development within the pharmaceutical industry or equivalent experience in academic clinical research is desired Ability to influence and collaborate effectively across diverse stakeholder groups Skilled in presenting scientific content and facilitating cross-functional discussions High level of initiative, strategic thinking, and team orientation Excellent communication skills in English, both written and verbal Additional Requirements for the Senior Role: MD degree with long-standing clinical and scientific experience in cardiology Proven track record in clinical drug development within the pharmaceutical industry or equivalent experience in academic clinical research Strong Leadership skills with the ability to lead and motivate cross-functional teams 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 - The job posting is presumably online until March 15th, 2026. We reserve the right to take the posting offline beforehand. Applications up to February 28th, 2026 are guaranteed to be considered. Step 2: Virtual meeting in the period from late February till mid-March Step 3: On-site interviews beginning end of March All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to a personu2019s 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.