Medical Director - Gastroenterology

Medpace; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work environment

Competitive PTO packages

Competitive compensation and benefits package

Company-sponsored employee appreciation events

Employee health and wellness initiatives

Community involvement with local nonprofit organizations

Discounts on local sports games and attractions

Modern, ecofriendly campus with fitness center

Structured career paths

Discounted tuition for UC online programs

Job summary

A leading clinical research organization is seeking a Gastroenterologist/Hepatologist to provide medical and strategic leadership for clinical trials. This position involves managing safety issues, contributing to study reports, and collaborating with various departments. Ideal candidates have an M.D. in Gastroenterology and clinical trial research experience. The role offers hybrid and remote options, competitive compensation, and a range of perks including flexible work environment and professional growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Must have an M.D. with specialization in Gastroenterology.
• Eligible to obtain a medical license.
• Prior clinical trial research experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide medical management and expertise for clinical trials.
• Contribute medical expertise to study reports and regulatory documents.
• Manage safety issues in clinical trials and evaluate trials.

Skills

Medical management

Clinical trial expertise

Regulatory knowledge

Education

M.D. in Gastroenterology

Board certification

Job description

We are seeking an Gastroenterologist/Hepatologist to join our dynamic team. The Medical Director will have overall responsibility for providing medical, scientific, and strategic leadership for the successful planning, execution, and reporting of clinical trials. Additionally, this role acts as the Medpace internal medical expert and will serve as a medical resource for the review, presentation, and interpretation of results in the Clinical Study Report. The Medical Director will also be involved in the development of new clinical projects, including study design, protocol, and project plans as required. We are currently seeking Medical Directors in all Therapeutic Areas.

All Medical Directors have hybrid WFH flexibility. This role also has the ability to be fully remote with the right experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide medical management and expertise for clinical trials;
• Contribute medical expertise to study reports, regulatory documents, and manuscripts;
• Manage safety issues in clinical trials and work closely with associates in evaluation and assessment of the trials;
• Participate in new business development through involvement in proposal and sponsor meetings as requested;
• Coordinate with other departments in all phases of the studies and trials including feasibility assessments, design processes, educational efforts, management of medical information, and reviewing and editing of medical documents;
• Follow specific research related protocol and lead others in strict adherence to the policies.

Qualifications

• Must have an M.D., specialization in Gastroenterology
• Must be eligible to obtain a medical license
• Board certification preferred
• Prior clinical trial research experience preferred
• Previous experience in pharmaceutical-related clinical research is preferred.

Travel

up to 20%

Medpace Overview

Medpace is a full-service clinical contract research organization (CRO). We provide Phase I-IV clinical development services to the biotechnology, pharmaceutical and medical device industries. Our mission is to accelerate the global development of safe and effective medical therapeutics through its scientific and disciplined approach. We leverage local regulatory and therapeutic expertise across all major areas including oncology, cardiology, metabolic disease, endocrinology, central nervous system, anti-viral and anti-infective. Headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio, employing more than 5,000 people across 40+ countries.

Why Medpace?

People. Purpose. Passion. Make a Difference Tomorrow. Join Us Today. The work we’ve done over the past 30+ years has positively impacted the lives of countless patients and families who face hundreds of diseases across all key therapeutic areas. The work we do today will improve the lives of people living with illness and disease in the future.

Cincinnati Perks

• Cincinnati Campus Overview
• Flexible work environment
• Competitive PTO packages, starting at 20+ days
• Competitive compensation and benefits package
• Company-sponsored employee appreciation events
• Employee health and wellness initiatives
• Community involvement with local nonprofit organizations
• Discounts on local sports games, fitness gyms and attractions
• Modern, ecofriendly campus with an on-site fitness center
• Structured career paths with opportunities for professional growth
• Discounted tuition for UC online programs

Awards

• Named a Top Workplace in 2024 by The Cincinnati Enquirer
• Recognized by Forbes as one of America's Most Successful Midsize Companies in 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024
• Continually recognized with CRO Leadership Awards from Life Science Leader magazine based on expertise, quality, capabilities, reliability, and compatibility

What To Expect Next

A Medpace team member will review your qualifications and, if interested, you will be contacted with details for next steps.