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Executive Medical Director, Gastroenterology, Early R&I Clinical Development

AstraZeneca · Boston, MA

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Role summary

Executive Medical Director role leading gastroenterology and immunology clinical development programs at AstraZeneca's Boston site. Provides medical strategy and clinical expertise for early-stage assets across multiple therapeutic modalities, managing cross-functional teams and regulatory communications.

What they're looking for

  • MD or MD/PhD in relevant scientific discipline with gastroenterology expertise
  • 10+ years clinical development experience in immunology indications
  • Early-stage clinical development background from first-in-human through Phase 2b
  • Demonstrated leadership of cross-functional teams delivering measurable results
  • Strong command of FDA, MHRA, ICH GCP guidelines and clinical trial design principles
  • Excellent verbal, written communication and organizational skills
  • Experience managing complex projects across multiple internal and external stakeholders

What you'll be doing

  • Lead clinical study design, execution, and interpretation ensuring ethical and scientific integrity
  • Develop clinical development plans and therapeutic area strategy across gastroenterology and immunology programs
  • Represent early R&I clinical development to external stakeholders including investigators and regulatory bodies
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery of high-quality clinical development plans
  • Serve as medical lead for regulatory communications and preparation of regulatory documents

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