Medical Director

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Medical Director in United States.

This role provides strategic and operational leadership for clinical programs in ophthalmology, with a focus on retina therapeutics. You will guide the design, execution, and analysis of clinical trials, collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to ensure studies are scientifically robust and meet regulatory standards. As a key medical expert, you will influence program strategy, contribute to scientific communications, and serve as a liaison with external experts and regulatory authorities. The position combines leadership, clinical expertise, and innovation to drive impactful outcomes for patients and stakeholders. This is an opportunity to shape the clinical development of transformative therapies in a dynamic and collaborative environment.

• Lead clinical strategy and execution for ophthalmology trials, including protocol development, study oversight, and data interpretation.
• Serve as medical monitor for clinical studies, ensuring patient safety and data integrity.
• Author and review clinical documents, including protocols, investigator brochures, informed consent forms, INDs, CSRs, and regulatory submissions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (clinical operations, regulatory, biometrics, safety, CMC, commercial) to ensure program success.
• Engage with external experts, organize advisory boards, and contribute to scientific and medical communications.
• Identify and mitigate clinical and programmatic risks, supporting portfolio development and evaluation of new clinical opportunities.
• Represent the organization in regulatory and scientific forums as needed.

Requirements:

• Medical Degree (M.D., OD, PhD, PharmD, or equivalent) with residency in Ophthalmology; subspecialty training in retina preferred.
• Board certification and retina fellowship training are a plus.
• 5+ years of clinical ophthalmology research experience in the biopharmaceutical industry, including Phase 3 retina trials.
• Experience in clinical trial design, medical monitoring, data interpretation, and clinical writing.
• Knowledge of ICH-GCP and FDA regulatory guidelines; international regulatory experience is a plus.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including public speaking.
• Ability to collaborate effectively across cross-functional teams and with external experts.
• Willingness to travel up to 15% as required.

Benefits:

• Competitive base salary: $275,000 – $325,000 USD (range may vary based on experience and location)
• Comprehensive healthcare and income replacement programs
• Retirement and savings plans
• Flexible work arrangements and professional development support
• Paid vacation and leave benefits
• Opportunities to contribute to innovative clinical programs with meaningful patient impact