Medical Director, Clinical Development

Scorpion Therapeutics; Watertown (MA); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Scorpion Therapeutics in Watertown, MA is seeking a Medical Director, Clinical Development to oversee hematology and iron metabolism programs, with responsibility for trial design, medical oversight, and strategic development to advance the company’s pipeline.

You will lead trial planning, medical monitoring, data interpretation, and regulatory document support, collaborating with Clinical Science, Operations, Regulatory, and Medical Affairs, and engaging external investigators and key opinion

Qualifications

• MD, DO, or equivalent; board certification or eligibility in Hematology, Oncology, or Internal Medicine preferred; 3–5+ years experience in clinical research or development with trial oversight, medical monitoring, or study physician roles.
• Strong knowledge of trial methodology, biostatistics, and safety data interpretation.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate across disciplines and communicate complex data effectively.

Responsibilities

• Clinical trial planning and medical oversight across programs.
• Data interpretation and regulatory document support.
• Cross-functional collaboration with Clinical Science, Operations, Regulatory, and Medical Affairs.
• External engagement with investigators and KOLs; scientific communications.

Skills

Trial oversight

Biostatistics

Medical monitoring

Cross-functional collaboration

Data interpretation

Education

MD/DO

Board certification eligible (Hem/Onc/IM)

Job description

Role

Medical Director, Clinical Development overseeing clinical programs in hematology and iron metabolism. Objectives include leading trial design, medical oversight, and strategic development to advance Disc Medicine’s pipeline.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities encompass clinical trial planning, medical monitoring, data interpretation, regulatory document support, and cross-functional collaboration with teams such as Clinical Science, Operations, Regulatory, and Medical Affairs. The role involves external engagement with investigators and KOLs, and scientific communication efforts.

Qualifications

MD, DO, or equivalent; board certification or eligibility in Hematology, Oncology, or Internal Medicine preferred; 3-5+ years experience in clinical research or development, with proven trial oversight, medical monitoring, or study physician roles. Strong knowledge of trial methodology, biostatistics, and safety data interpretation required. Demonstrated ability to collaborate across disciplines and communicate complex data effectively.

High value

Focus on hematology, anemia, iron metabolism; early to late-stage clinical development; experience with regulatory submissions and interactions; potential involvement in clinical, translational medicine, or biomarker strategies.

Hybrid work model

Hybrid work model based in Watertown, MA with approximately 20-25% travel for meetings, conferences, and external collaborations.