Associate Medical Director, Oncology – Remote

Sumitomo Pharma Co., Ltd; United States; Remote; USD 226,000 - 282,000; Full time

Job summary

Sumitomo Pharma America (SMPA) seeks an Associate Medical Director, Clinical Development – Oncology to lead early and late-stage trial activities from protocol design to regulatory support. You will collaborate globally with cross-functional teams, physicians, and investigators to advance hematologic and solid tumor programs.

The role offers remote work with periodic on-site meetings, opportunities to shape development strategy, and exposure to regulatory submissions.

Qualifications

• MD/DO degree, residency completed
• Experience in blood cancers or solid tumors desirable
• 0–3 years in pharmaceutical drug development recommended

Responsibilities

• Design and implement clinical protocols aligned with development plans
• Provide medical input to regulatory documents and publications
• Lead clinical study teams and ensure data integrity across trials
• Oversee safety/efficacy data interpretation and reporting
• Collaborate with academic investigators, sponsors, and KOLs
• Contribute to regulatory filings (INDs, NDAs) and translational strategies
• Present findings at scientific meetings and maintain ethical standards

Skills

Clinical trial design

Hematology oncology knowledge

Regulatory strategy

Medical writing

Leadership & collaboration

Communication skills

Education

MD/DO or non-US equivalent

Residency in hematology/oncology

Fellowship in subspecialty desirable

Job description

Sumitomo Pharma America (SMPA) seeks an Associate Medical Director, Clinical Development – Oncology to lead early and late-stage trial activities from protocol design to regulatory support. You will collaborate globally with cross-functional teams, physicians, and investigators to advance hematologic and solid tumor programs.

The role offers remote work with periodic on-site meetings, opportunities to shape development strategy, and exposure to regulatory submissions.