Endocrinology Clinical Development Director

Crinetics Pharmaceuticals; United States; On-site; USD 270,000 - 298,000; Full time

Job summary

Crinetics Pharmaceuticals, based in San Diego, CA, is seeking a Medical Director, Clinical Sciences to drive the endocrinology portfolio through Phase 1–3 development, including biomarkers and proof-of-concept. The role collaborates with cross-functional teams to shape CCDP and execute trials across assigned areas.

You will provide medical input for publications, support Medical Affairs, and represent Crinetics to regulators, academia, and patient groups, ensuring scientific rigor and patient

Qualifications

• MD with extensive clinical trial experience in industry or academia.
• Endocrinology expertise preferred.
• Strong knowledge of FDA/EMA expectations and ICH guidelines.
• Experience with trial design and CTOs.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and implementation of clinical trials per CCDP.
• Provide medical monitoring in collaboration with CROs.
• Ensure trials meet GCP and regulatory requirements.
• Support publications planning and Medical Affairs.
• Represent Crinetics with investigators and stakeholders.
• Oversee regulatory submissions components.

Skills

MD degree

Clinical research

GCP/ICH knowledge

Regulatory affairs

Leadership

Medical writing

Endocrinology familiarity

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

MD with Endocrinology board certification

Experience in industry or academia

Job description

Crinetics Pharmaceuticals, based in San Diego, CA, is seeking a Medical Director, Clinical Sciences to drive the endocrinology portfolio through Phase 1–3 development, including biomarkers and proof-of-concept. The role collaborates with cross-functional teams to shape CCDP and execute trials across assigned areas.

You will provide medical input for publications, support Medical Affairs, and represent Crinetics to regulators, academia, and patient groups, ensuring scientific rigor and patient