We are seeking a Senior Medical Director with expertise in respiratory diseases for a 20-hour per week consultancy role. Reporting to the Chief Medical Officer, this position involves supporting clinical leadership and ensuring the successful design and implementation of Clinical Development Plans. While experience in cystic fibrosis is preferred, it is not required.
Responsibilities:
- Develop and maintain the clinical development plan.
- Design clinical trials and review critical study documents (e.g., Investigator Brochures, IND submissions).
- Lead project team meetings and manage actionable minutes.
- Participate in strategic decision-making.
- Engage with external advisors, thought leaders, and internal teams to execute the drug development plan.
- Maintain medical/scientific standards and educate team members.
- Participate in management and oversight committee meetings.
- Interact with regulatory agencies and represent projects to partners and investors, as required.
Requirements:
- Advanced degree (MD) with experience in cystic fibrosis preferred.
- Board certification in respiratory medicine or medical genetics strongly preferred.
- 8+ years of clinical research experience in the pharmaceutical industry.
- Understanding of rare disease drug development.
- Expertise in clinical trial design, implementation, and sponsor/site interactions.
- Proven leadership experience in development project teams.
- Excellent communication skills, including writing and presentation.
- Strong business acumen and ability to align teams with corporate strategy.
