Sr. Medical Director, Rheumatology in United States at Jobgether
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Job Description
This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Sr. Medical Director, Rheumatology based in United States.
This senior clinical leadership role sits at the intersection of drug development strategy, clinical science, and client-facing medical oversight within global clinical research programs.
You will guide and support studies across all phases of development, with a strong focus on immunology and advanced therapeutic modalities, including innovative approaches such as cell and gene therapies.
The role combines scientific authority with strategic influence, acting as a trusted advisor to sponsors, internal study teams, and external investigators.
You will provide medical monitoring oversight, ensuring patient safety, protocol integrity, and high-quality clinical deliverables across complex studies.
A significant part of the role involves shaping study design, contributing to regulatory-facing documents, and supporting business development and proposal strategy.
This is a highly visible position requiring strong executive presence, scientific credibility, and the ability to lead in fast-paced, global environments.
You will also represent the organization in high-level client discussions and contribute to advancing innovation in rheumatology and autoimmune research.
- Provide medical leadership and subject matter expertise in rheumatology and autoimmune disease clinical development programs across all phases of clinical research.
- Oversee medical monitoring activities, including safety review, protocol development, study design input, eligibility criteria, and clinical trial deliverables.
- Serve as a study physician or program lead across assigned clinical trials, ensuring scientific and medical rigor throughout study execution.
- Contribute to business development activities, including proposal development, bid defense support, and client-facing strategic discussions.
- Collaborate with internal teams, clients, key opinion leaders, and investigators to support trial execution and scientific alignment.
- Review and provide input on protocols, CRFs, statistical and analysis plans, clinical study reports, and regulatory documentation.
- Participate in investigator meetings, site initiation visits, and other key study milestones as a medical expert.
- Medical Doctor (MD) degree with board certification in Internal Medicine and specialization in Rheumatology.
- Strong background in autoimmune diseases, with exposure to innovative therapeutic approaches, including cell and gene therapy preferred.
- Minimum of 3+ years of experience in drug development and clinical research within pharma, CRO, or clinical investigator settings.
- Demonstrated experience in medical monitoring, clinical trial oversight, or broader clinical development responsibilities preferred.
- Strong understanding of clinical trial design, regulatory processes, and drug development lifecycle.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills with the ability to engage confidently in client-facing and executive-level discussions.
- Full professional proficiency in English, with strong scientific writing and collaboration capabilities.
- Competitive annual compensation ranging from USD $240,000 to $340,000, based on experience and qualifications.
- Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability coverage.
- Retirement savings plan (401K) with potential company contributions.
- Paid time off or flexible time off options, depending on employment structure.
- Eligibility for performance-based bonuses where applicable.
- Remote work flexibility within the United States.
- Opportunity to participate in global clinical programs and international scientific collaborations.