Associate Director, Medical/Directeur associé, Médical

World Anti-Doping Agency; Montreal; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The World Anti-Doping Agency is seeking an Associate Director, Medical to oversee the Therapeutic Use Exemption process. This role requires a medically knowledgeable professional with 8-10 years of experience as a Medical Practitioner, proven leadership skills, and a strong understanding of international sport. The successful candidate will manage the TUE Expert Group and collaborate with various stakeholders to ensure compliance and education in anti-doping practices.

Benefits

Competitive benefits package

Qualifications

• 8-10 years as a Medical Practitioner.
• Proven leadership experience.
• Experience in anti-doping.

Responsibilities

• Lead the TUE process and procedures.
• Manage activities of the WADA TUE Expert Group.
• Review and analyze data supporting the TUE program.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Cultural Intelligence

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Medical Practitioner (MD or equivalent)

Job description

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Associate Director, Medical

Group: Science and Medicine - Medical Unit

Reports to: Senior Director, Science and Medicine

Location: WADA Headquarters, Montreal, Canada

Posting deadline: 20 June 2025

WHO WE ARE

The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) was established in 1999 as an independent international agency to lead a collaborative worldwide movement for doping-free sport. WADA develops, harmonizes, and coordinates anti-doping rules and policies across all sports and countries. Our activities include scientific research, education, investigations, capacity development, and compliance monitoring.

POSITION OVERVIEW

We seek a highly organized, medically knowledgeable professional to oversee the Therapeutic Use Exemption (TUE) process, including managing the TUE Expert Group. You will provide medical expertise across the agency and oversee the review and revision of the International Standard for Therapeutic Use Exemptions (ISTUE).

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead the TUE process and procedures, including monitoring and reviews.
• Manage activities of the WADA TUE Expert Group and an extended group of international medical specialists.
• Review and analyze data supporting the TUE program.
• Manage the Medical Team to optimize the TUE review process.
• Create and maintain WADA TUE Physician Guidelines for common medical conditions requiring TUEs.
• Assist in briefing experts and legal professionals; provide testimony if required.
• Liaise with medical experts or advisors from governments or agencies involved in medical and anti-doping issues.
• Provide medical information to Communications/Public as per media policy.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including sports medical commissions (IFs and IOC).
• Support the Prohibited List Expert Group and Health, Medical and Research Committee.
• Deliver educational sessions to physicians via publications, conferences, and presentations.
• Maintain current knowledge of relevant medical and anti-doping literature.

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

• 8-10 years as a Medical Practitioner (MD or equivalent).
• Proven leadership experience.
• Experience in anti-doping.
• Research and/or academic teaching background.
• Deep understanding of international sport.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Cultural Intelligence (CQ) and adaptability.
• Excellent communication skills in English or French, with proficiency in the other; additional languages are a plus.
• Teamwork, integrity, openness, and a passion for sport.
• Willingness to work evenings/weekends and travel approximately 10%.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Competitive benefits package.

OUR VISION AND MISSION

Our vision is a doping-free sporting environment for all athletes. Our mission is to lead a global movement for doping-free sport.

ABOUT US

Headquartered in Montreal, Canada, with regional offices worldwide, WADA employs about 180 staff from 56 nationalities. We value diversity and strive to protect the rights of clean athletes globally.

Note: Masculine language is used for simplicity and includes all genders. We are committed to diversity and equal opportunity. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.