Therapeutic Area Segment Lead
Syneos Health, Inc., Morrisville, North Carolina, United States, 27560
Updated:
January 21, 2026 Location:
Morrisville, NC, United States Job ID: 25104731
Syneos Health® is a leading fully integrated biopharmaceutical solutions organization built to accelerate customer success. We translate unique clinical, medical affairs and commercial insights into outcomes to address modern market realities.
Every day we perform better because of how we work together, as one team, each the best at what we do. We bring a wide range of talented experts together across a wide range of business-critical services that support our business. Every role within Corporate is vital to furthering our vision of Shortening the Distance from Lab to Life®.
Discover what our 29,000 employees, across 110 countries already know.
WORK HERE MATTERS EVERYWHERE
Why Syneos Health
We are passionate about developing our people, through career development and progression; supportive and engaged line management; technical and therapeutic area training; peer recognition and total rewards program.
We are committed to our Total Self culture – where you can authentically be yourself. Our Total Self culture is what unites us globally, and we are dedicated to taking care of our people.
We are continuously building the company we all want to work for and our customers want to work with. Why? Because when we bring together diversity of thoughts, backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives – we’re able to create a place where everyone feels like they belong.
Job Responsibilities The Therapeutic Area Segment Lead – provides strategic, scientific, and operational leadership for a defined segment within the Tx Area / sub areas. This role ensures excellence in project delivery, strengthens scientific and operational rigor, and drives segment-level growth and capability development in alignment with the broader Tx Area strategy.
As a senior leader within Global Project Management, the Segment Lead partners closely with cross-functional teams, senior operational leaders, and client executives to ensure high-quality delivery, proactive risk management, and strong client satisfaction. This role serves as a key scientific and operational advisor to project teams, supports pre-award activities, and advances modernization initiatives within the segment.
The success of this role is measured through delivery outcomes, client partnership strength, capability evolution, segment growth, and leadership impact.
Pre-Award Strategy & Scientific Leadership
Provide strategic and scientific oversight for proposals, RFIs, bid defenses, and therapeutic positioning within the assigned segment.
Serve as Scientific Director or senior consultant when required, contributing clinical, regulatory, and therapeutic expertise.
Guide development of clinical strategies, protocols, investigator brochures, and medical/clinical reports in partnership with Medical Writing and Medical Affairs.
Coordinate input from external experts and advisors to strengthen segment credibility and competitive positioning.
Support development of TCOE-based scientific tools, SOPs, training modules, and delivery frameworks specific to the assigned segment.
Executive Client Engagement & Business Development
Serve as the senior operational and scientific point of contact for strategic clients within the segment.
Develop and execute client engagement plans that strengthen relationships and expand business opportunities.
Participate in high-value proposal strategies, steering committees, and executive governance discussions.
Present Syneos Health’s capabilities, thought leadership, and differentiators to clients and at scientific/industry forums.
Partner with BD to identify and secure new business in targeted regions (e.g., expanding vaccines in EU/APAC, global ID programs, respiratory innovation). Outcomes: Strengthened client relationships, Reduced escalations, Expanded segment footprint, Increased revenue from repeat and new business.
Strategic Delivery Oversight
Oversee delivery performance across the assigned segment’s portfolio.
Lead governance frameworks to ensure risk mitigation, quality oversight, and delivery predictability.
Use operational analytics to anticipate issues, optimize delivery strategies, and drive continuous improvement.
Partner with the SVP TA Head to align segment delivery practices with broader General Medicine modernization initiatives (e.g., CGT/MD&D capability uplift, TCOE enhancements, conference strategy).
Outcomes: Improved delivery KPIs, Strong risk mitigation, High-quality execution, Portfolio performance aligned with TA and corporate goals.
Financial Leadership Outcomes: Consistent financial performance, Accurate forecasts, Improved margin and resource efficiency.
Organizational Leadership & Talent Development Outcomes: High engagement and retention, Leadership pipeline strength, Improved team capability and cohesion.
Quality, Compliance & Operational Excellence Outcomes: Higher audit readiness, Reduced quality risks, More consistent operational excellence.
Strategic Initiatives & Capability Development
Drive strategic initiatives within the segment, such as:
Expansion of vaccine capabilities outside the U.S.
Strengthening of CGT and MD&D central capabilities
Enhancing ID/respiratory scientific and operational depth
Improving GTM collateral and conference strategy in alignment with TCOEs
Provide thought leadership to influence broader TA strategies and corporate objectives.
Outcomes: Stronger segment positioning, Capability modernization, Measurable contributions to TA growth targets.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, Nursing, or related discipline required; advanced degree preferred.
15+ years of clinical research, clinical operations, or project management experience in CRO, biotech, or pharmaceutical environments.
Proven expertise within one or more Tx Area therapeutic segments.
Demonstrated experience leading complex global clinical programs and senior project teams.
Strong knowledge of FDA regulations, ICH/GCP guidelines, and global drug development standards.
Exceptional executive communication, client relationship management, and stakeholder influence skills.
Strong financial and strategic acumen with experience overseeing portfolio economics.
Demonstrated track record of driving innovation, operational improvement, and organizational leadership.
Ability to travel up to ~25–30%
Impact to the Organization The VP, Strategy & Delivery directly influences the strategic success of the organization by delivering transformative project outcomes, fostering executive client partnerships, and driving organizational growth and innovation. This role plays a critical part in establishing the organization as a leader in clinical development and fostering a culture of strategic excellence and innovation.
Join us in delivering groundbreaking clinical research solutions and driving transformative value for clients, patients, and the healthcare industry.
Benefits The benefits for this position may include a company car or car allowance, health benefits to include medical, dental and vision, company match 401k, eligibility to participate in Employee Stock Purchase Plan, eligibility to earn commissions/bonus based on company and individual performance, and flexible paid time off (PTO) and sick time. Because certain states and municipalities have regulated paid sick time requirements, eligibility for paid sick time may vary depending on where you work. Syneos complies with all applicable federal, state, and municipal paid sick time requirements.
Salary Range $204,600.00 - $378,600.00
Get to know Syneos Health Over the past 5 years, we have worked with 94% of all Novel FDA Approved Drugs, 95% of EMA Authorized Products and over 200 Studies across 73,000 Sites and 675,000+ Trial patients.
Additional Information Tasks, duties, and responsibilities as listed in this job description are not exhaustive. The Company, at its sole discretion and with no prior notice, may assign other tasks, duties, and job responsibilities. Equivalent experience, skills, and/or education will also be considered so qualifications of incumbents may differ from those listed in the Job Description. The Company, at its sole discretion, will determine what constitutes as equivalent to the qualifications described above. Further, nothing contained herein should be construed to create an employment contract. Occasionally, required skills/experiences for jobs are expressed in brief terms. Any language contained herein is intended to fully comply with all obligations imposed by the legislation of each country in which it operates, including the implementation of the EU Equality Directive, in relation to the recruitment and employment of its employees. The Company is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, including the provision of reasonable accommodations, when appropriate, to assist employees or applicants to perform the essential functions of the job.
Syneos Health (Nasdaq:SYNH) is a leading fully integrated biopharmaceutical solutions organization built to accelerate customer success. We translate unique clinical, medical affairs and commercial insights into outcomes to address modern market realities. Together we share insights, use the latest technologies and apply advanced business practices to speed our customers’ delivery of important therapies to patients. We support a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture.
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January 21, 2026 Location:
Morrisville, NC, United States Job ID: 25104731
Syneos Health® is a leading fully integrated biopharmaceutical solutions organization built to accelerate customer success. We translate unique clinical, medical affairs and commercial insights into outcomes to address modern market realities.
Every day we perform better because of how we work together, as one team, each the best at what we do. We bring a wide range of talented experts together across a wide range of business-critical services that support our business. Every role within Corporate is vital to furthering our vision of Shortening the Distance from Lab to Life®.
Discover what our 29,000 employees, across 110 countries already know.
WORK HERE MATTERS EVERYWHERE
Why Syneos Health
We are passionate about developing our people, through career development and progression; supportive and engaged line management; technical and therapeutic area training; peer recognition and total rewards program.
We are committed to our Total Self culture – where you can authentically be yourself. Our Total Self culture is what unites us globally, and we are dedicated to taking care of our people.
We are continuously building the company we all want to work for and our customers want to work with. Why? Because when we bring together diversity of thoughts, backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives – we’re able to create a place where everyone feels like they belong.
Job Responsibilities The Therapeutic Area Segment Lead – provides strategic, scientific, and operational leadership for a defined segment within the Tx Area / sub areas. This role ensures excellence in project delivery, strengthens scientific and operational rigor, and drives segment-level growth and capability development in alignment with the broader Tx Area strategy.
As a senior leader within Global Project Management, the Segment Lead partners closely with cross-functional teams, senior operational leaders, and client executives to ensure high-quality delivery, proactive risk management, and strong client satisfaction. This role serves as a key scientific and operational advisor to project teams, supports pre-award activities, and advances modernization initiatives within the segment.
The success of this role is measured through delivery outcomes, client partnership strength, capability evolution, segment growth, and leadership impact.
Pre-Award Strategy & Scientific Leadership
Provide strategic and scientific oversight for proposals, RFIs, bid defenses, and therapeutic positioning within the assigned segment.
Serve as Scientific Director or senior consultant when required, contributing clinical, regulatory, and therapeutic expertise.
Guide development of clinical strategies, protocols, investigator brochures, and medical/clinical reports in partnership with Medical Writing and Medical Affairs.
Coordinate input from external experts and advisors to strengthen segment credibility and competitive positioning.
Support development of TCOE-based scientific tools, SOPs, training modules, and delivery frameworks specific to the assigned segment.
Executive Client Engagement & Business Development
Serve as the senior operational and scientific point of contact for strategic clients within the segment.
Develop and execute client engagement plans that strengthen relationships and expand business opportunities.
Participate in high-value proposal strategies, steering committees, and executive governance discussions.
Present Syneos Health’s capabilities, thought leadership, and differentiators to clients and at scientific/industry forums.
Partner with BD to identify and secure new business in targeted regions (e.g., expanding vaccines in EU/APAC, global ID programs, respiratory innovation). Outcomes: Strengthened client relationships, Reduced escalations, Expanded segment footprint, Increased revenue from repeat and new business.
Strategic Delivery Oversight
Oversee delivery performance across the assigned segment’s portfolio.
Lead governance frameworks to ensure risk mitigation, quality oversight, and delivery predictability.
Use operational analytics to anticipate issues, optimize delivery strategies, and drive continuous improvement.
Partner with the SVP TA Head to align segment delivery practices with broader General Medicine modernization initiatives (e.g., CGT/MD&D capability uplift, TCOE enhancements, conference strategy).
Outcomes: Improved delivery KPIs, Strong risk mitigation, High-quality execution, Portfolio performance aligned with TA and corporate goals.
Financial Leadership Outcomes: Consistent financial performance, Accurate forecasts, Improved margin and resource efficiency.
Organizational Leadership & Talent Development Outcomes: High engagement and retention, Leadership pipeline strength, Improved team capability and cohesion.
Quality, Compliance & Operational Excellence Outcomes: Higher audit readiness, Reduced quality risks, More consistent operational excellence.
Strategic Initiatives & Capability Development
Drive strategic initiatives within the segment, such as:
Expansion of vaccine capabilities outside the U.S.
Strengthening of CGT and MD&D central capabilities
Enhancing ID/respiratory scientific and operational depth
Improving GTM collateral and conference strategy in alignment with TCOEs
Provide thought leadership to influence broader TA strategies and corporate objectives.
Outcomes: Stronger segment positioning, Capability modernization, Measurable contributions to TA growth targets.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, Nursing, or related discipline required; advanced degree preferred.
15+ years of clinical research, clinical operations, or project management experience in CRO, biotech, or pharmaceutical environments.
Proven expertise within one or more Tx Area therapeutic segments.
Demonstrated experience leading complex global clinical programs and senior project teams.
Strong knowledge of FDA regulations, ICH/GCP guidelines, and global drug development standards.
Exceptional executive communication, client relationship management, and stakeholder influence skills.
Strong financial and strategic acumen with experience overseeing portfolio economics.
Demonstrated track record of driving innovation, operational improvement, and organizational leadership.
Ability to travel up to ~25–30%
Impact to the Organization The VP, Strategy & Delivery directly influences the strategic success of the organization by delivering transformative project outcomes, fostering executive client partnerships, and driving organizational growth and innovation. This role plays a critical part in establishing the organization as a leader in clinical development and fostering a culture of strategic excellence and innovation.
Join us in delivering groundbreaking clinical research solutions and driving transformative value for clients, patients, and the healthcare industry.
Benefits The benefits for this position may include a company car or car allowance, health benefits to include medical, dental and vision, company match 401k, eligibility to participate in Employee Stock Purchase Plan, eligibility to earn commissions/bonus based on company and individual performance, and flexible paid time off (PTO) and sick time. Because certain states and municipalities have regulated paid sick time requirements, eligibility for paid sick time may vary depending on where you work. Syneos complies with all applicable federal, state, and municipal paid sick time requirements.
Salary Range $204,600.00 - $378,600.00
Get to know Syneos Health Over the past 5 years, we have worked with 94% of all Novel FDA Approved Drugs, 95% of EMA Authorized Products and over 200 Studies across 73,000 Sites and 675,000+ Trial patients.
Additional Information Tasks, duties, and responsibilities as listed in this job description are not exhaustive. The Company, at its sole discretion and with no prior notice, may assign other tasks, duties, and job responsibilities. Equivalent experience, skills, and/or education will also be considered so qualifications of incumbents may differ from those listed in the Job Description. The Company, at its sole discretion, will determine what constitutes as equivalent to the qualifications described above. Further, nothing contained herein should be construed to create an employment contract. Occasionally, required skills/experiences for jobs are expressed in brief terms. Any language contained herein is intended to fully comply with all obligations imposed by the legislation of each country in which it operates, including the implementation of the EU Equality Directive, in relation to the recruitment and employment of its employees. The Company is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, including the provision of reasonable accommodations, when appropriate, to assist employees or applicants to perform the essential functions of the job.
Syneos Health (Nasdaq:SYNH) is a leading fully integrated biopharmaceutical solutions organization built to accelerate customer success. We translate unique clinical, medical affairs and commercial insights into outcomes to address modern market realities. Together we share insights, use the latest technologies and apply advanced business practices to speed our customers’ delivery of important therapies to patients. We support a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture.
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