Medical Director, Clinical Research Neuromuscular
Cytokinetics · South San Francisco, CA
Medical AffairsFull-time$276k–$322kCompany career page
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Role summary
Cytokinetics seeks a Medical Director to lead clinical research and development for neuromuscular programs. The role encompasses protocol design, regulatory submissions, safety monitoring, and cross-functional collaboration to advance investigational medicines through IND, Phase I-III, and NDA stages.
What they're looking for
- MD or MD/PhD with internal medicine or neurology board certification
- Minimum 2+ years clinical development experience in biotech/pharma or as clinical investigator
- Experience with heart failure studies or subspecialty training preferred
- Proven leadership ability and strong interpersonal skills
- Knowledge of CDER regulations and ICH guidelines
- Understanding of pharmaceutical safety reporting and surveillance requirements
- Ability to travel approximately 20% of the time
What you'll be doing
- Serve as clinical lead providing medical expertise to cross-functional development teams
- Author protocols, investigator brochures, and regulatory submissions including INDs and NDAs
- Design and oversee medical monitoring for clinical trials from planning through completion
- Analyze trial data, author publications, and present findings at medical conferences
- Establish relationships with key opinion leaders and clinical investigators in relevant specialties
Key requirements
- Therapeutic area
- Neuroscience
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