Clinical Development Associate Medical Director-Nephrology
Vertex Pharmaceuticals · Boston, MA
Medical AffairsFull-time$204k–$306kCompany career page
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Role summary
Vertex Pharmaceuticals seeks a Clinical Development Associate Medical Director to lead clinical trial strategy, design, and execution in nephrology. This role requires medical oversight of study safety, regulatory submissions, and cross-functional collaboration while serving as the primary internal medical monitor.
What they're looking for
- MD, DO, or equivalent non-US medical degree
- 8 years of basic or clinical research experience in academic or industry setting
- Board certification or eligibility in relevant medical specialty
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Familiarity with GCP, biostatistics, pharmacology, and clinical study design
- Global clinical research experience and regulatory authority interactions preferred
What you'll be doing
- Develop study protocols, investigator brochures, and clinical development plans with cross-functional teams
- Serve as primary medical monitor for assigned trials, overseeing subject safety and scientific integrity
- Prepare and contribute to regulatory submissions including INDs, CTAs, safety reports, and responses to authorities
- Provide scientific input to clinical documents, analysis plans, and informed consent forms
- Liaise between clinical development and internal departments; represent Vertex to external medical personnel
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