Medical Director / Neurology

Parexel; Olympia (WA); On-site; USD 230,000 - 320,000; Full time

Job summary

Parexel is seeking an experienced Medical Director to shape the future of global clinical development within the Neurosciences team. You will oversee medical monitoring, contribute to study design, and collaborate with sponsors and investigator sites across diverse therapeutic areas.

The role emphasizes leadership, scientific integrity, and mentorship, with travel up to 20%. A physician with strong neurodegenerative disease expertise and a background in clinical trials will thrive in a

Qualifications

• MD or Doctor of Medicine from an accredited medical school.
• Board-certified / Board Eligible Neurologist with extensive adult patient care experience.
• Strong clinical expertise in neurodegenerative diseases.
• Primary focus on adult clinical trials with occasional pediatric support as Medical Monitor.
• Experience as a pharmaceutical/biotech industry physician or clinical trial investigator is preferred.
• Physicians from clinical practice or academia transitioning to clinical research are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Provide medical monitoring and strategic medical oversight for global clinical trials.
• Serve as a key medical contact for sponsors, study teams, and investigator sites.
• Contribute to protocol development, study design, safety plans, and other clinical documents.
• Review clinical and safety data, including adverse events and ongoing risk assessments.
• Deliver medical expertise and training to project teams and support scientific integrity.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify risks and drive study success.
• Support regulatory safety reporting and pharmacovigilance activities.
• Build client relationships through trusted scientific and medical leadership.
• Contribute to business development activities, including proposals and client presentations.
• Mentor colleagues and foster a collaborative, high-performing team culture.
• Travel up to 20%.

Skills

Neurology expertise

Medical monitoring

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

MD or Doctor of Medicine

Board-certified Neurologist

Tools

ICH-GCP knowledge

Pharmacovigilance

Job description

Elevate Neuroscience research on a global scale. Parexel is seeking an experienced Medical Director to help shape the future of clinical development.

Working within Parexel’s Medical Sciences team is an opportunity to deepen your understanding of complex diseases, contribute to the development of innovative therapies, and collaborate with experts from diverse medical and scientific backgrounds around the world. You’ll be part of a culture that values continuous learning, knowledge sharing, and professional growth, all while helping bring new treatments to patients who need them most.

At Parexel, you’ll benefit from exceptional variety in your work, partnering across multiple therapeutic areas and a diverse portfolio of sponsors, from emerging biotech companies to global pharmaceutical organizations. Our Neurosciences team supports a broad range of studies, including Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s disease, stroke, migraine, multiple sclerosis, rare neurologic diseases, pediatric indications, psychiatry, and cutting-edge gene and cell therapy programs.

This is a hands‑on role for a physician who enjoys being actively involved in all aspects of clinical development. Beyond providing medical monitoring and scientific leadership, you’ll work closely with sponsors, participate in study meetings, contribute to operational discussions, and help drive projects forward. We value team members who are collaborative, adaptable, and willing to roll up their sleeves, recognizing that every contribution plays an important role in delivering successful clinical trials and ultimately improving patient lives.

Whether your background comes from clinical practice, academia, or industry, you’ll find a highly supportive environment with strong mentorship, training, and development opportunities designed to help you build a rewarding career in drug development.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide medical monitoring and strategic medical oversight for global clinical trials.

• Serve as a key medical contact for sponsors, study teams, and investigator sites.

• Contribute to protocol development, study design, safety plans, and other clinical documents.

• Review clinical and safety data, including adverse events, protocol deviations, and ongoing risk assessments.

• Deliver medical expertise and training to project teams and support scientific integrity throughout study conduct.

• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to proactively identify risks and drive study success.

• Support regulatory safety reporting and pharmacovigilance activities.

• Build strong client relationships through trusted scientific and medical leadership.

• Contribute to business development activities, including proposals, bid defenses, and client presentations.

• Mentor and support colleagues while helping foster a collaborative, high‑performing team culture.

• Travel up to 20% required.

Skills & Qualifications

• MD or equivalent medical degree from an accredited medical school.

• Board-certified / Board Eligible Neurologist with extensive adult patient care experience.

• Strong clinical expertise in neurodegenerative diseases.

• Primary focus will be on adult clinical trials, with occasional opportunities to support pediatric studies as a Medical Monitor when needed.

• Previous experience as a pharmaceutical/biotech industry physician, Medical Monitor, or clinical trial investigator is preferred.

• Physicians from clinical practice or academia with a strong interest in transitioning into clinical research and drug development are encouraged to apply.

• Demonstrated interest in advancing innovative therapies and contributing to the development of treatments for patients with neurological disorders

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Parexel is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected status, which in the US includes race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.