Executive Medical Director- Nephrology
Vertex Pharmaceuticals · Boston, MA
Medical AffairsFull-time$320k–$480kCompany career page
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Role summary
Executive Medical Director leading clinical development strategy for a nephrology program at a global biotechnology company. This role involves high-level clinical input, regulatory interface, and cross-functional collaboration to advance drug development initiatives.
What they're looking for
- MD, DO, or equivalent international medical degree
- 15 years pharmaceutical industry experience including clinical trials and development programs
- 7 years management experience
- Global clinical research experience and regulatory authority interactions
- Comprehensive knowledge of US and EU regulatory requirements and drug development processes
- Experience filing and defending INDs, NDAs, or international equivalents
- Board certification or eligibility in a medical specialty desired
What you'll be doing
- Provide clinical development recommendations and optimize study design and conduct for efficiency
- Oversee medical monitoring, review study protocols and investigator brochures, and evaluate safety profiles
- Interface with international regulatory authorities to support development objectives
- Lead multi-disciplinary development teams and manage financial and human resource responsibilities
- Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and good clinical practice standards
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