Neurology Clinical Development Lead (MD)

Vertex Pharmaceuticals LLC; Boston, Northern (MA, KY); Hybrid; USD 204,000 - 306,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Annual bonus

Annual equity awards

Job summary

Vertex Pharmaceuticals LLC is seeking an Associate Medical Director in Neurology for Boston. You will lead medical strategy for clinical trials, monitor subject safety, and ensure scientific integrity across study execution.

The role requires strong communication, collaboration with regulatory teams, and experience in interpreting biostatistics and pharmacology within GCP guidelines. A hybrid work model and equity awards are available.

Qualifications

• MD/DO or equivalent ex-US medical degree is required.
• Typically requires 8 years of basic or clinical research experience in academic or industry settings.
• Board certification/eligibility is highly desired.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Medical Lead for clinical trials and monitor safety and integrity of studies.
• Participate in study protocol development, Investigator's Brochures, and regulatory submissions.
• Collaborate with Regulatory Affairs, Clinical Development Execution and other groups within Vertex.
• Provide scientific input to study-related documents and analysis plans.
• Represent Vertex in interactions with external medical personnel and authorities.

Skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Regulatory interaction

Clinical trial design

Biostatistics familiarity

GCP knowledge

Scientific writing

Education

MD/DO or equivalent ex-US medical degree

Job description

Vertex Pharmaceuticals LLC is seeking an Associate Medical Director in Neurology for Boston. You will lead medical strategy for clinical trials, monitor subject safety, and ensure scientific integrity across study execution.

The role requires strong communication, collaboration with regulatory teams, and experience in interpreting biostatistics and pharmacology within GCP guidelines. A hybrid work model and equity awards are available.