Medical Director Jobs in California

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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Medical Director, Clinical Development - Job: MDCD

  • Palo Alto, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Palo Alto, CA
  • 1 day ago

of relevant science, medical information, good clinical practices, and regulatory guidance + Collaborate withand serve as a clinical research resource forcross-functional colleagues (e.g. in clinical...

Medical Director, Drug Safety & Pharmacovigilance

  • San Diego, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 1 day ago

Medical Director, Drug Safety & Pharmacovigilance, to join our team. This position can be fully remote or based out of our San Diego office....

Remote Work

Cardiorenal Field Metabolic Field Medical Director

  • Carlsbad, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Carlsbad, CA
  • 1 day ago

Actively participate in relevant team meetings, organizational activities, and HQ-driven medical affairs and clinical research activities (e.g., advisory boards, publication planning, investigator meetings...

Oncology Field Medical Director

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 2 days ago

Affairs colleagues, partner with Oncology Research & Development and Global Product Development (GPD) in the identification of potential sites for Pfizer-sponsored clinical trials, including identification...

Field Medical Director Oncology

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 2 days ago

Affairs colleagues, partner with Oncology Research & Development and Global Product Development (GPD) in the identification of potential sites for Pfizer-sponsored clinical trials, including identification...

Medical Director

  • Porterville, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Porterville, CA
  • 2 days ago

The Medical Director is also required to serve as the Clinical Laboratory Director....

Senior Medical Director, Product Development, Rheumatology

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 2 days ago

You have extensive understanding of medical aspects of GCP (Good Clinical Practice), ICH (International Conference on Harmonization of Technical Requirements for Registration of Pharmaceuticals for...

NEW: Medical Director Opening at California FQHC

  • California City, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • California City, CA
  • 2 days ago

Director is responsible for the quality of good clinical practice The position involves 60% management and 40% clinical delivery of service (primary care) Base salary of $270,000 with bonus incentives...

Medical Director, Pulmonology

  • Bell Gardens, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Bell Gardens, CA
  • 2 days ago

Medical Director, Pulmonology ICON plc is a world-leading healthcare intelligence and clinical research organization....

Medical Director - Movement Disorders

  • Newport Beach, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Newport Beach, CA
  • 2 days ago

Director, Clinical Development - Eye Care Associate Medical Director - Genetic Testing Orange, CA $250,000.00-$350,000.00 1 day ago Santa Ana, CA $126,000.00-$169,000.00 1 week ago Global Director...

Medical Director Medical Affairs Oncology / Hematology

  • Santa Monica, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Santa Monica, CA
  • 2 days ago

Medical Affairs Medical Director Oncology/Hematology Biopharma Company, East and West Coast The Medical Affairs Medical Director (MD) provides cross-functional leadership and medical guidance in the...

Medical Director, Autoimmunity

  • San Diego, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 2 days ago

Fate Therapeutics is looking for an experienced medical professional to join our Clinical Development group as a Medical Director....

Sr Medical Director/Medical Director - Clinical Development

  • Fresno, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Fresno, CA
  • 2 days ago

We're hiring a Senior Medical Director/Medical Director - Clinical Development to join a pioneering cell therapy biotech making its next big move-from heme/onc into immunology....

San Diego Medical Director Needed!

  • San Diego, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 2 days ago

Director, Medical Director, DSPV (Drug Safety) Executive Medical Affairs Director, Psychiatry Executive Medical Director, Ophthalmology, Clinical Development San Diego Metropolitan Area $230,000.00-...

Medical directors of Oncology Clinical Research - San Francisco

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 2 days ago

Medical directors of Oncology Clinical Research - San Francisco Tanner and Associates is recruiting several Medical directors of Oncology Clinical Research for several large Biotech companies located...

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Salary for Medical Director Jobs in California

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 in California offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
35.9%
Doctorate Degree
33.0%
Master's Degree
25.4%
Associate's Degree
1.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
1.7%
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 in California
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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