Medical Director/Clinical Trial Physician - Neurology(FSP)

Thermo Fisher Scientific; North Carolina; Remote; USD 200,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the healthcare sector is seeking a Medical Director/Clinical Trial Physician specializing in Neurology. This fully remote role involves leading clinical trials, ensuring participant safety, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate will have a Medical Doctor degree, specialty training in neurology, and industry experience in clinical development. Join a mission-driven organization committed to scientific advancement and improving health outcomes globally.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Annual bonus

Healthcare

Other employee benefits

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of industry experience in clinical development within Pharma, Biotech, or CRO.
• Experience with pediatric neurology or neuromuscular diseases highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead medical aspects of clinical trials, including protocol creation and medical monitoring.
• Ensure the medical validity of primary endpoints and participant safety.
• Interpret clinical data for regulatory submissions and publications.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Negotiation

Education

Medical Doctor or equivalent degree

Board certification

Job description

Medical Director/Clinical Trial Physician - Neurology(FSP)

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Work Schedule: Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions: Office

At Thermo Fisher Scientific, you’ll discover meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale. Join our colleagues in bringing our Mission to life - enabling our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner, and safer. We provide our teams with the resources needed to achieve individual career goals while advancing science through research, development, and delivery of life-changing therapies. Our clinical trials span over 100 countries, and we are continuously developing new frameworks for clinical research through our PPD portfolio, which includes laboratory, digital, and decentralized services. Your dedication to quality and accuracy will help improve health outcomes for communities worldwide.

Location/Division Specific Information: This position is based in the United States, preferably in the Eastern or Central Time Zone. It is fully remote, benefits-eligible, with 10-20% travel (including possible international travel).

Discover Impactful Work: Provide medical leadership within the study team, collaborating closely with cross-functional colleagues to ensure high-quality, timely, and budget-conscious study data.

A day in the Life:

• Lead medical aspects of clinical trials, including protocol creation, site selection, review and approval of study documents, and medical monitoring.
• Ensure the medical validity of primary endpoints and participant safety, escalating issues proactively in consultation with the Global Medical Indication Lead.
• Interpret clinical data for regulatory submissions, manuscripts, and publications.
• Serve as the medical contact for stakeholders, including investigators, IRBs, and health authorities; conduct medical training and provide expert advice.
• Ensure compliance with SOPs and GCP guidelines.
• Collaborate with study team members to clarify medical risks, issues, and results.
• If multiple physicians are involved, a primus inter pares will be appointed to harmonize responses and decisions.

Keys to Success:

• Medical Doctor or equivalent degree; Board certification preferred.
• Specialty training in neurology with patient treatment and/or research experience.
• 1-3 years of industry experience in clinical development within Pharma, Biotech, or CRO.
• Experience with pediatric neurology or neuromuscular diseases highly preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

• Excellent English communication skills, both written and spoken, with ability to travel.
• Understanding of NDA submission process and regulatory guidelines for adverse event reporting.
• Strong interpersonal, negotiation, and communication skills to lead teams and collaborate across functions.

Physical Requirements / Work Environment:

• Office environment with occasional travel, including international.
• Ability to perform repetitive movements, lift up to 20 lbs, and work independently under stress.

Benefits: Competitive salary, annual bonus, healthcare, and other employee benefits. Join an innovative organization committed to integrity, involvement, and scientific advancement.