Director of Clinical Science and Applied Research

About the job

We are seeking a cross-functional strategic leader to oversee clinical evidence generation and external research partnerships.

Job Location: Remote with occasional visits to Motif Headquarters in Houston, Texas

Job Description

• Develop and own the clinical roadmap
• Define the end-to-end evidence generation strategy from early feasibility studies through to successful reimbursement decisions
• Integrate regulatory and reimbursement requirements into study design to ensure clinical data supports both approval and coverage
• Partner with leadership to align the clinical roadmap with company strategy, financing milestones, and product development timelines
• Oversee clinical development projects and grants
• Provide oversight of active clinical studies, ensuring programs are delivered on time, on budget, and to protocol
• Identify, secure, and manage non-dilutive funding sources, including federal grants and foundation support for evidence development (clinical and preclinical) programs
• Oversee grant-funded programs end-to-end, including reporting, milestone tracking, and renewals
• Represent the company externally and build the scientific community
• Represent the company at scientific and medical meetings, presenting data and shaping the clinical narrative for our platform
• Build and maintain peer-level relationships with key opinion leaders in psychiatry, neuromodulation, and related fields
• Establish and manage external research partnerships with academic investigators and clinical collaborators

Requirements

• 10+ years of experience in clinical development within the medical device, pharmaceutical, or biotech industry, with progressive leadership responsibility
• Demonstrated experience leading clinical studies from protocol design through execution, including at least one study that supported a regulatory submission or market approval
• Experience directly managing clinical, scientific, or medical affairs teams, and a track record of representing an organization at scientific meetings
• To be considered, you will need:
• Work Authorization Notice
• Motif Neurotech hires only individuals who are authorized to work in the United States. At this time, visa sponsorship is not offered for this role.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and your dependents
• Participation in our 401k plan
• Unlimited PTO
• The chance to work with an incredible group of people working towards a common goal for a better future

Company Information

• Motif Neurotech is an equal opportunity employer.
• All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability status, or any other protected class status.