Remote Medical Director - Cellular Therapies & Transfusion

American Red Cross; Florida; Remote; USD 250,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental Vision plans

Health Spending Accounts & Flexible S

PTO: Starting at 15 days a year

Holidays: 11 paid holidays

401K with up to 6% match

Paid Family Leave

Employee Assistance

Disability and Insurance

Job summary

American Red Cross is seeking an experienced MD/DO with board certification in transfusion medicine or hematology/oncology to lead medical oversight for Therapeutic and Cellular Solutions (TCS) and Regional Medical Director responsibilities. The role supports cellular therapies, donor management, regulatory compliance, and program development.

Remote work is possible with some travel in alignment with EST hours.

Qualifications

• MD/DO with Board Certification in Transfusion Medicine or Hematology/Oncology.
• Preference for a minimum of 5 years’ experience in Cell Therapy and Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation.
• Knowledge of FACT accreditation processes and AABB Standards for cellular therapy.
• Demonstrate ability to lead strategic growth, manage multidisciplinary teams, and maintain regulatory compliance with FACT, CLIA, and FDA standards.

Responsibilities

• Direct medical strategy and operations for regulated cellular therapies (HPCs, CAR-T, Leukopaks), including policy development for cell collection, storage, and infusion.
• Partner with executive leadership to expand collection footprints and optimize production of specialized cellular products like CAR-T starting materials.
• Contribute towards expansion of cellular services through outreach, partnerships, new program development, and support of sales teams as required.
• Serve as the program’s medical office representative at institutional, regional, and national committees; act as the primary medical liaison for biotech partners, providing guidance on donor eligibility, product specifications, and clinical trial alignment.
• Provide medical oversight for the transfer of client-specific protocols from research to clinical-grade production.
• Investigate and resolve donor/recipient concerns, transfusion issues, and service complaints with timely leadership notification.
• Provide medical consultation in transfusion medicine to hospital clients, fostering strong relationships.
• Oversee medical aspects of regulated blood center operations including donor management, recipient adverse reactions, and product investigations.
• Deliver continuing medical education to internal and external audiences, promoting safe and effective use of blood components.

Skills

Leadership

Transfusion Medicine

Regulatory Compliance

Education

MD/DO with Board Certification in Transfusion Medicine or Hematology/Oncology

Job description

American Red Cross is seeking an experienced MD/DO with board certification in transfusion medicine or hematology/oncology to lead medical oversight for Therapeutic and Cellular Solutions (TCS) and Regional Medical Director responsibilities. The role supports cellular therapies, donor management, regulatory compliance, and program development.

Remote work is possible with some travel in alignment with EST hours.