Medical Director Jobs

A Medical Director in the biotechnology industry plays a critical role in guiding the development of innovative therapies and products. They provide clinical expertise and leadership to multidisciplinary teams, ensuring that all projects and initiatives align with regulatory guidelines and adhere to ethical standards. They are also responsible for overseeing clinical trials, developing medical protocols, and interpreting trial data. Their input is pivotal in making strategic decisions that impact product development, regulatory submissions, and post-market surveillance.

To be effective, Medical Directors should have advanced medical qualifications and certifications, ideally an MD, and possibly a PhD in a related field. They must have a strong understanding of biotechnology, pharmaceutical development, and regulatory requirements. Additionally, they need excellent leadership, strategic thinking, and communication skills since they often liaise with various stakeholders including researchers, regulators, and business executives. Prior to becoming a Medical Director, a professional might serve roles such as Clinical Research Associate, Medical Affairs Specialist, or Clinical Project Manager, in which they gain valuable experience in clinical trials and biotech product development.

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Veterinarian, Medical Director

  • ASPCA
  • New York, NY
  • 6 days ago
  • ASPCA
  • New York, NY
  • 6 days ago

Summary: The ARC (Animal Recovery Center) and CARE (Canine Annex for Recovery and Enrichment) are facilities dedicated to the recovery and rehabilitation of victims of cruelty and neglect admitted...

Medical Director, Vaccines

  • Mississauga, ON
  • 2 hours ago
  • Mississauga, ON
  • 2 hours ago

At GSK, we are looking for a dynamic and strategic Medical Director, Vaccines, to join our team....

Medical Director Cambridge, Ma

  • Cambridge, MD
  • 10 hours ago
  • Cambridge, MD
  • 10 hours ago

The Medical Director is responsible for safety strategy and major safety deliverables to support developmental and/or marketed programs, including both early and late-stage development, as assigned.He...

ViiV Medical Director, LAI for PrEP

  • Chanute, KS
  • 10 hours ago
  • Chanute, KS
  • 10 hours ago

The Medical Director, LAI for PrEP serves as an internal scientific/medical expert in the therapeutic area and on a specific ViiV product....

Medical Director - Knight Diagnostic Laboratories

  • Portland, OR
  • 11 hours ago
  • Portland, OR
  • 11 hours ago

trial biospecimens.In addition, KDL offer CRO-type services to outside academic and commercial enterprises, thereby playing an important role in the development and clinical adoption of novel molecular...

Clinical Imaging Medical Director- Oncology

  • Waltham, MA
  • 11 hours ago
  • Waltham, MA
  • 11 hours ago

Desirable for the role Experience in the use of Medical Imaging in IO/Oncology research, especially in clinical trials. Understanding of the end-to-end drug development process....

Clinical Development Medical Director, Global Health (MD)

  • East Hanover, NJ
  • 12 hours ago
  • East Hanover, NJ
  • 12 hours ago

trial(s) or program level Demonstrate ability to establish strong scientific partnership with key partners Thorough knowledge of Good Clinical Practice, clinical trial design, statistics, and regulatory...

Medical Director, Medical Affairs, General Medicine

  • Sleepy Hollow, NY
  • 12 hours ago
  • Sleepy Hollow, NY
  • 12 hours ago

The Medical Director, Medical Affairs, General Medicine will fulfill a meaningful strategic leadership role in the development of medical strategy, planning & execution with the benefit of the patient...

Hematopathologist/Medical Director

  • Boston, MA
  • 12 hours ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 12 hours ago

Director of a two-hospital system....

CLIA Laboratory and Medical Director

  • Morrisville, NC
  • 13 hours ago
  • Morrisville, NC
  • 13 hours ago

Specific responsibilities will include histology slide assessment, tissue selection, molecular assay interpretation and sign-out, assay development and validation, participation in laboratory operations...

Executive Medical Director, Pharmacovigilance and Risk Management (PVRM)

  • Alameda, CA
  • 13 hours ago
  • Alameda, CA
  • 13 hours ago

SUMMARY/JOB PURPOSE: The Executive Medical Director, PVRM is responsible for the development and execution of the global product safety strategy for complex clinical development program(s) as well as...

Oncology Scientific Partnership Medical Director

  • Wilmington, NC
  • 13 hours ago
  • Wilmington, NC
  • 13 hours ago

The Oncology Scientific Partnership Medical Director (SPMD) - US, NEW ENGLAND /NORTH EAST is a member of the Center for Oncology Medical Partnerships within the US Medical Affairs team....

Medical Director, Clinical Development

  • Boston, MA
  • 13 hours ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 13 hours ago

Introduction to role The Medical Director, Clinical Development will lead a cross-functional team in the design, and execution of clinical studies and provide input into global clinical development...

ViiV Medical Director, LAI for PrEP

  • PA
  • 13 hours ago
  • PA
  • 13 hours ago

The Medical Director, LAI for PrEP serves as an internal scientific/medical expert in the therapeutic area and on a specific ViiV product....

As a key member of the US Specialty Care Medical Director office team reporting to the Head of Medical Director Office, the Medical Director Lupus is the medically accountable lead for supporting the...

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Medical Cannabis
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Salary for Medical Director Jobs Nationwide

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireBiotechnology research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Medical Director positions.



Highest Education Level

Medical Directors offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
36.0%
Doctorate Degree
32.8%
Master's Degree
25.4%
Associate's Degree
1.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
1.8%
High School or GED
1.7%
Some College
0.3%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Medical Directors
2-4 years
34.6%
4-6 years
34.6%
1-2 years
23.1%
6-8 years
3.8%
Less than 1 year
3.8%



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