We are seeking an experienced Senior Medical Director, Clinical Development to provide medical and strategic leadership across clinical development programs. This individual will play a key role in the design, execution, and interpretation of clinical studies while partnering closely with Clinical Operations, Regulatory Affairs, CMC, Nonclinical Development, Biostatistics, and other cross-functional stakeholders. The ideal candidate is an experienced physician with a strong background in drug development, medical monitoring, and early to mid-stage clinical trials.

• Salary range - $337,500 - $412,500

Responsibilities:

• Provide medical leadership for clinical development activities and clinical studies.

• Lead the design, execution, analysis, and interpretation of clinical trials.

• Serve as a clinical study medical monitor and provide ongoing medical oversight.

• Author and review clinical and regulatory documents, including:

  • Clinical protocols and amendments

  • Informed consent documents

  • Clinical study reports

  • Investigator Brochures

  • Statistical Analysis Plans

• Provide scientific and clinical input into development strategy and program planning.

• Partner with Clinical Operations on investigator and site identification, selection, and engagement.

• Support the selection and oversight of CROs and other external vendors.

• Develop strong relationships with investigators, study sites, scientific experts, and other external stakeholders.

• Collaborate cross-functionally to develop and manage clinical timelines, budgets, deliverables, and program priorities.

• Analyze and interpret clinical data to support development and regulatory decision-making.

• Prepare and present scientific and clinical information to internal and external stakeholders.

• Lead cross-functional study teams and help identify and resolve program risks and execution challenges.

Required Qualifications:

• MD required.

• 6+ years of pharmaceutical or biotechnology drug development experience.

• Board eligible or board certified with clinical experience in Internal Medicine and/or Pediatrics.

• Experience in nephrology, renal disease, metabolic disease, or cardiometabolic medicine is preferred.

• Prior experience serving as a clinical study medical monitor.

• Strong knowledge of clinical trial design, execution, data analysis, and interpretation.

• Experience with early-stage and/or registration-enabling clinical development programs.

• Phase 2 clinical trial experience strongly preferred.

• Experience preparing clinical and regulatory documents, including protocols, Investigator Brochures, study reports, and scientific publications.

• Experience with CRO and clinical site selection and oversight.

• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional clinical study teams.

• Strong relationships and communication skills with investigators, sites, vendors, and other external stakeholders.

• Excellent organizational, analytical, scientific communication, and presentation skills.

• Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and manage multiple priorities.

• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally up to 20%.

Leadership Expectations:

• Communicate effectively and influence decisions across functions and levels.

• Foster collaboration and strong cross-functional partnerships.

• Maintain clear priorities and drive execution in a changing development environment.

• Identify and proactively address barriers, risks, and resource needs.

• Support the development and success of colleagues and team members.

• Demonstrate sound judgment, adaptability, and high ethical standards.

If you meet the required qualifications and are interested in this role, please apply today. 

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