Medical Director - Pivotal Oncology Trials

Summit Strategic Search; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 300,000 - 330,000; Full time

Job summary

Summit Strategic Search is conducting a direct‑hire search for a Medical Director to lead pivotal oncology trials and oversee science, investigator relationships, and emerging data from concept to registration. The role sits within a Global Clinical Development team and reports to a physician‑leader overseeing oncology programs.

The position requires an MD, 3–6 years in oncology, strong regulatory experience, and proven cross‑functional leadership within a matrixed organization.

Qualifications

• MD (or equivalent medical degree) from an accredited institution; board certification is not required.
• Minimum of 3 years (6 for Senior level) of direct industry experience in oncology or hematology.
• Scientific background and/or deep understanding of solid tumor oncology.
• Experience serving as the responsible Medical Officer for a clinical trial.
• Demonstrated ability to represent the organization credibly in internal and external settings, with persuasive, effective interpersonal skills at all levels.
• Proven success operating within a matrixed organization, with the ability to inspire trust and build alignment across functions.

Responsibilities

• Direct study design, protocol development, and execution for pivotal cancer studies as the accountable Medical Director.
• Contribute to the overall medical strategy of assigned clinical development program(s) and the broader product pipeline.
• Act as Study Lead and, when needed, represent the program or disease area internally and externally.
• Oversee patient safety and support signal detection in partnership with Safety physician.
• Generate and review clinical components of regulatory, registration, value, and pharmacoeconomic documents.
• Ensure quality of clinical documents including Investigator's Brochures, protocols, and study reports.

Skills

Medical leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Clinical trial oversight

Matrixed collaboration

Education

MD

Job description

Summit Strategic Search is conducting a direct‑hire search for a Medical Director to lead pivotal oncology trials and oversee science, investigator relationships, and emerging data from concept to registration. The role sits within a Global Clinical Development team and reports to a physician‑leader overseeing oncology programs.

The position requires an MD, 3–6 years in oncology, strong regulatory experience, and proven cross‑functional leadership within a matrixed organization.