Medical Director MD Immunology

About the Company

Neurocrine Biosciences is a leading biopharmaceutical company dedicated to discovering, developing, and commercializing life-changing treatments for patients with under-addressed neurological, psychiatric, endocrine, and immunological disorders. The company's diverse portfolio includes FDA-approved treatments for tardive dyskinesia, chorea associated with Huntington's disease, classic congenital adrenal hyperplasia, hyperphagia in Prader-Willi syndrome, endometriosis*, and uterine fibroids*, as well as a robust pipeline of compounds in mid- to late-phase clinical development. For over three decades, Neurocrine has applied unique insights into neuroscience and the interconnections between brain and body systems to treat complex conditions.

At Neurocrine, strong leadership drives both business results and team success. We look for leaders who think strategically, anticipate challenges, and set clear direction while building and empowering high-performing teams.

*In collaboration with AbbVie

About the Role

We are building the next chapter of our clinical development portfolio and are seeking a Medical Director, Clinical Development – Immunology to help advance promising research-stage molecules toward and through early clinical development. This role is ideal for a Medical Director who enjoys being close to the science and the study: translating emerging biology into thoughtful clinical research strategies, designing studies that answer important development questions, and collaborating with colleagues across Research, Clinical Operations, Regulatory, Biostatistics, Clinical Pharmacology, Drug Safety, and other disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and execution of Phase 1–3 clinical studies, working closely with multidisciplinary development teams.
• Develop and implement clinical study protocols and contribute to the clinical research strategy for assigned programs.
• Serve as a Sponsor Medical Monitor, providing medical oversight throughout study conduct and making study-level medical and safety decisions.
• Partner with Drug Safety colleagues to assess adverse events, evaluate emerging safety information, and support ongoing benefit-risk assessment.
• Oversee study execution in accordance with Good Clinical Practice, applicable regulations, and company procedures in collaboration with Clinical Operations.
• Analyze and interpret clinical data and translate findings into clear scientific and development insights.
• Contribute to clinical study reports, investigator brochures, regulatory documents, and other materials supporting clinical development and regulatory interactions.
• Partner with Clinical Pharmacology, Biometrics, Translational Medicine, and Research colleagues to incorporate biomarkers and translational endpoints into development plans where appropriate.
• Identify and engage clinical investigators, consultants, and external experts, and build productive relationships with leaders in the Immunology community.
• Bring an informed understanding of the evolving treatment landscape, standards of care, competitor activity, and emerging science to study-level development decisions.
• Collaborate across Research, Product Development, Business Development, Medical Affairs, and other functions to evaluate development opportunities and inform clinical research plans.
• Communicate study progress, emerging data, risks, and recommendations clearly to development teams and senior leaders.

Requirements

• MD or DO degree with accredited residency training and board certification in a relevant clinical specialty for the therapeutic area.
• 2+ years of experience in clinical research and development (Phase 1–4) in either a pharmaceutical/biotechnology company or a clinical research/academic environment, or related experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Clinical expertise in gastroenterology, dermatology, or another specialty relevant to immune-mediated disease.
• Experience serving as a Medical Monitor and/or Study Lead for industry-sponsored clinical trials.
• Demonstrated experience designing clinical studies and developing protocols, including selection of endpoints, eligibility criteria, dose strategy, and other key design elements.
• Experience in early clinical development, including translating preclinical or translational findings into clinical hypotheses and development plans.
• Experience working on Phase 2 or Phase 3 studies in immune-mediated diseases.
• Experience interpreting emerging efficacy, safety, biomarker, and pharmacology data to inform study-level decisions.
• Working knowledge of global drug-development requirements, Good Clinical Practice, and regulatory expectations for investigational therapies.
• Experience contributing to regulatory documents and interacting with health authorities.
• Experience engaging investigators, key external experts, CROs, and other external partners.
• Strong understanding of the competitive and evolving treatment landscape within gastroenterology, dermatology, or Immunology more broadly.
• Ability to influence and lead cross-functional teams without relying on direct reporting authority.

Pay

The annual base salary range for this role is $254,600.00–$347,000.00. Individual pay decisions depend on factors such as primary work location, complexity and responsibility of the role, job duties, and relevant experience and skills. This position also offers an annual bonus with a target of 35% of the earned base salary and eligibility to participate in an equity-based long-term incentive program.

Benefits

• Retirement savings plan with company match.
• Paid vacation, holiday, and personal days.
• Paid caregiver/parental and medical leave.
• Health benefits including medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans.