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, Medical Policy

  • Oakland, CA
  • 6 days ago
  • Oakland, CA
  • 6 days ago

Medical Director, Medical Policy will report to the Chief Medical Officer....

Medical Director

  • Foster City, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Foster City, CA
  • 1 day ago

POSITION SUMMARY The Medical Director will join the Clinical Development group and will be responsible for clinical trial development-related activities in a cross-functional team of internal and external...

Medical Director Of Menopause Care & Hormone Replacement Therapy

  • Irvine, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • Irvine, CA
  • 3 days ago

Medical Director of Menopause Care & Hormone Replacement TherapyWe've celebrated over a million pounds lost by our members and have helped thousands of our members with hormones replacement therapy.Boasting...

Lead Medical Director, Product Development, Oncology

  • South San Francisco, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • South San Francisco, CA
  • 4 days ago

functions and roles involved in the drug development process....

Senior Medical Director, Product Development, Rheumatology

  • South San Francisco, CA
  • 6 days ago
  • South San Francisco, CA
  • 6 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...

Medical Director

  • Redwood City, CA
  • 6 days ago
  • Redwood City, CA
  • 6 days ago

Conducts ongoing reviews of clinical trial data with a focus on medical related items....

Associate Medical Director - Immunology

  • San Juan Capistrano, CA
  • 6 days ago
  • San Juan Capistrano, CA
  • 6 days ago

development Partner with R&D and Regulatory teams on for Immunology assay development including clinical validations and submissions to meet regulatory requirements (FDA, CLIA, CAP, CLEP)....

Executive Medical Director

  • South San Francisco, CA
  • 6 days ago
  • South San Francisco, CA
  • 6 days ago

POSITION SUMMARY The Executive Medical Director at Structure Therapeutics will provide medical leadership on clinical drug development of the assigned compound(s), including creating a clinical development...

Laura Rodriguez Research Insitute Medical Director

  • San Diego, CA
  • 10 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 10 days ago

Demonstrated ability to lead and manage clinical research projects. Extensive knowledge of clinical trial design, implementation, and regulatory requirements....

Senior Medical Director PV and MM

  • South San Francisco, CA
  • 10 days ago
  • South San Francisco, CA
  • 10 days ago

Deep understanding of the drug development process (preferred in CNS therapeutic areas). Strong knowledge of regulatory requirements (GCP, ICH guidelines) and worldwide safety regulations....

Senior Medical Director, Patient Safety & Pharmacovigilance

  • South San Francisco, CA
  • 10 days ago
  • South San Francisco, CA
  • 10 days ago

Position Summary: The Senior Medical Director will serve as the primary medical expert and leader for Ideaya Biosciences oncology drug development portfolio, focusing on patient safety, safety signal...

Full Time:Estimated compensation is minimum of $250,000.00/annually, and maximum is $330,000.00/annually.Envision Physician Services is seeking a full-time OB/GYN Hospitalist Medical Director for a...

Medical Director

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 13 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 13 days ago

A Medical Director who will be at the forefront of revolutionizing healthcare....

Competitive Compensation and Benefit Package The comprehensive benefits and longevity-based compensation package offered by Southern California Permanente Medical Group (SCPMG) enables physicians...

Medical Director

  • Modesto, CA
  • 14 days ago
  • Modesto, CA
  • 14 days ago

**Position Overview:** The Medical Director will be responsible for clinical strategy relating to upcoming clinical trials, including indication selection, design of trials, and ongoing medical monitoring...

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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
32.9%
Master's Degree
25.5%
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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