Neurology Clinical Development Senior Medical Director

Biopharma Careers; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 281,000 - 421,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Paid time off

Educational assistance

Commuting subsidy

Matching charitable donations

401(k)

Job summary

Vertex Pharmaceuticals seeks a Senior Medical Director to define the clinical development strategy for an asset, lead cross-functional teams, and shape trials design and execution. You will partner across functions, oversee medical monitoring, and contribute to regulatory submissions and safety reports.

The role requires extensive global clinical research experience and strong communication skills, with the ability to operate in a fast-paced, matrix environment and to guide study teams toward

Qualifications

• MD, DO or equivalent ex-US medical degree.
• Board certification/eligibility in a specialty is highly desired.
• Typically requires 12 years Pharmaceutical/Biotech industry experience, including time managing clinical trials and clinical development programs.

Responsibilities

• Defines a clinical development strategy and prepares plans.
• Leads cross-functional teams to execute strategy.
• Contributes to regulatory submissions and safety reports.
• Oversees medical monitoring of clinical studies.
• Represents Vertex to external medical personnel and leads protocol development.

Skills

Global clinical research

Regulatory interaction

Cross-functional leadership

Independent problem solving

Communication skills

Ambiguity management

Education

MD/DO or equivalent

Job description

Vertex Pharmaceuticals seeks a Senior Medical Director to define the clinical development strategy for an asset, lead cross-functional teams, and shape trials design and execution. You will partner across functions, oversee medical monitoring, and contribute to regulatory submissions and safety reports.

The role requires extensive global clinical research experience and strong communication skills, with the ability to operate in a fast-paced, matrix environment and to guide study teams toward