Medical Director (San Antonio, TX)

Cedent; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization is seeking a Medical Director-Investigator to lead clinical research initiatives. The role requires overseeing clinical investigations, ensuring adherence to protocols, and managing participant care. Candidates should possess a medical degree and have at least 2 years of clinical research experience. This position emphasizes leadership, regulatory compliance, and collaboration, offering the opportunity to significantly impact healthcare advancements.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience performing physicals, assessing, and treating patients.
• At least 2 years of experience as an investigator or sub-investigator in clinical research.

Responsibilities

• Ensure adherence to study protocols and federal/state regulations.
• Manage the medical care of study participants, prioritizing their rights and welfare.
• Assure the validity and quality of data reported to study sponsors.
• Supervise Investigators and Sub-Investigators; oversee clinical staff operations.
• Ensure proper documentation of study procedures and storage of investigational agents.
• Support site operations and contribute to clinical investigations through teamwork.

Skills

Supervision of teams

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Conflict resolution

Communication skills

Clinical research

Education

Medical degree (M.D.)

Job description

We are seeking a Medical Director-Investigator to lead clinical research initiatives with integrity, quality, and a commitment to protecting patient welfare. This pivotal role involves overseeing clinical investigations, ensuring regulatory compliance, and supervising clinical and investigative staff. If you are a leader with a passion for advancing healthcare and clinical research, this position offers a unique opportunity to make a tangible impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Protocol Compliance: Ensure adherence to study protocols and federal/state regulations, including IRB requirements.
• Medical Oversight: Manage the medical care of study participants, ensuring their rights and welfare are prioritized.
• Data Integrity: Assure the validity and quality of data reported to study sponsors.
• Team Leadership: Directly supervise Investigators and Sub-Investigators; oversee clinical staff operations.
• Operational Excellence: Ensure proper documentation of study procedures and secure storage of investigational agents.
• Collaboration: Support site operations and contribute to the success of clinical investigations through cross‑functional teamwork.

What You Bring

• Minimum 2 years of experience performing physicals, assessing, and treating patients.
• Proven track record of supervising teams, with strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Excellent organizational, planning, and documentation abilities.
• Experience in conflict resolution and a steadfast commitment to quality standards.
• Flexible availability, including on‑call, weekends, and holidays, as required.
• At least 2 years of experience in clinical research as an investigator or sub‑investigator, with a solid understanding of the clinical research process and Good Clinical Practices (GCP).

Qualifications

• Required: Medical degree (M.D.) with at least 2 years of clinical research experience.
• Preferred: Medical degree plus 5+ years of clinical research experience, including 2 years in Phase 1 trials.