Medical Director, Clinical Development Leader

ELKA Search Partners; California (MO); On-site; USD 270,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare recruitment firm is seeking a Medical Director to lead the development of drug candidates. The ideal candidate will have experience in clinical development, particularly in rare diseases, and will be responsible for overseeing study conduct while ensuring participant safety. Strong leadership and communication skills are essential for this role. The position offers a full-time opportunity with a competitive salary range of $270,000 to $300,000 per year.

Qualifications

• Experience in clinical development within rare disease or specialty therapeutic areas preferred.
• Demonstrated leadership skills and ability to collaborate in a multidisciplinary environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement clinical development strategies in alignment with organizational objectives.
• Support the design and execution of clinical development plans.
• Partner with internal teams, CROs, and external vendors to oversee the conduct of studies from start-up through completion.
• Provide clinical and medical expertise for protocols, regulatory submissions, and scientific publications.
• Serve as medical monitor ensuring safety of study participants.

Skills

Leadership skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Physician with board certification/eligibility

Job description

A healthcare recruitment firm is seeking a Medical Director to lead the development of drug candidates. The ideal candidate will have experience in clinical development, particularly in rare diseases, and will be responsible for overseeing study conduct while ensuring participant safety. Strong leadership and communication skills are essential for this role. The position offers a full-time opportunity with a competitive salary range of $270,000 to $300,000 per year.