Medical Director, Clinical Development Genomic Medicine Neurology

Medical Director, Clinical Development Genomic Medicine Neurology

This is what you will do:  

We are looking for a Neurology medical expert who will be responsible for the early clinical development of genomic medicine neurology programs. This position offers substantial opportunities to work with cross-functional project teams and career advancement in the fast-moving area of genomic medicine. 

You will be responsible for:  

• Medical Expert accountable for the early clinical study design, protocol development from concept to final implemented protocol for assigned programs  

• Protocol execution including interaction with investigators, and contributing to data review, data analysis and the preparation of final clinical study reports. 

• Strategic guidance to phase I/II development programs and oversight of global clinical trials/trial team (s) in conjunction with Clinical Operations on assigned program(s) 

• Provide medical monitoring for assigned programs and assessment of safety events in conjunction with Safety teams 

• Represent clinical team on the cross-functional program team accountable for medical input to interacted development plan 

• Development of medical content for regulatory document, and responses (including but not limited to pre-IND, IND briefing packages and common technical documents) 

• Lead external engagement for assigned programs at advisory meetings,  investigator meetings and patient advocacy organizations 

• Contribute to the medical assessment of business development opportunities for rare neurology programs 

You will need to have: 

• MD, DO, MBBS (or equivalent) degree with relevant clinical speciality for the the therapeutic area  

• Deep clinical and clinical research expertise in neurological diseases with pharmaceutical/CRO industry experience in drug development 

• Excellent written / oral communication skills 

• Ability to think strategically and translate strategy into tactical plans to drive outcomes  

• Must be adaptable, able to prioritize and manage time effectively  

• Willingness to take on new responsibilities and roles  

• Interest in career progression and ability to take on a more senior roles in 1-3 years 

• The duties of this role are generally conducted in an office environment. As is typical of an office-based role, employees must be able, with or without an accommodation to: use a computer; engage in communications via phone, video, and electronic messaging; engage in problem solving and non-linear thought, analysis, and dialogue; collaborate with others; maintain general availability during standard business hours. 

We would prefer for you to have: 

• Clinical experience in genetics therapeutics preferred 

• Previous clinical trial experience as medical monitor in industry setting