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.
Accountabilities:- 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.
Requirements: - 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.
Benefits: - 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.
How Jobgether works: We use an
AI-powered matching process to ensure your application is reviewed quickly, objectively, and fairly against the role's core requirements. Our system identifies the top-fitting candidates, and this shortlist is then shared directly with the hiring company. The final decision and next steps (interviews, assessments) are managed by their internal team.
We appreciate your interest and wish you the best!
Why Apply Through Jobgether?
Data Privacy Notice: By submitting your application, you acknowledge that Jobgether will process your personal data to evaluate your candidacy and share relevant information with the hiring employer. This processing is based on legitimate interest and pre-contractual measures under applicable data protection laws (including GDPR). You may exercise your rights (access, rectification, erasure, objection) at any time.
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We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
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.
Accountabilities:- 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.
Requirements: - 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.
Benefits: - 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.
How Jobgether works: We use an
AI-powered matching process to ensure your application is reviewed quickly, objectively, and fairly against the role's core requirements. Our system identifies the top-fitting candidates, and this shortlist is then shared directly with the hiring company. The final decision and next steps (interviews, assessments) are managed by their internal team.
We appreciate your interest and wish you the best!
Why Apply Through Jobgether?
Data Privacy Notice: By submitting your application, you acknowledge that Jobgether will process your personal data to evaluate your candidacy and share relevant information with the hiring employer. This processing is based on legitimate interest and pre-contractual measures under applicable data protection laws (including GDPR). You may exercise your rights (access, rectification, erasure, objection) at any time.
#LI-CL1
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
