Senior Director, Medical Affairs - Cardiology

About the role

Iterative Health is a healthcare technology and services company accelerating clinical research to transform patient outcomes. The Senior Director of Medical Affairs will lead engagement, education, and influence of Principal Investigators (PIs) across a growing network of sites, serving as a clinical ambassador and influencer while working cross‑functionally with product, site operations, and corporate development.

Responsibilities

• Establish and deepen relationships with PIs and site leadership across cardiology sites.
• Develop and foster a structured engagement strategy with top investigators in the network.
• Communicate Iterative Health’s clinical philosophy, trial model, and standards of excellence to site physicians.
• Partner closely with Site Operations, Corporate Development, and Life Sciences teams to develop evidence‑generation strategies.
• Evaluate emerging scientific literature, clinical trends, standards of care, and competitive developments.
• Translate complex clinical and scientific findings into clear strategic and operational recommendations for PIs, leadership, and external partners.
• Serve as a strategic medical partner to CV Site Operations, Life Sciences, Corporate Development, Marketing, and executive leadership.
• Provide insight into site capabilities, performance, and interest areas to help shape the trial portfolio at the site level.
• Support site growth by collaborating with Corporate Development to assess and engage new site leads.
• Partner with Business Development to support protocol evaluations with current and prospective life‑sciences customers.
• Work closely with Clinical Operations and Site Network leadership to incorporate investigator and site perspectives into clinical strategy.
• Provide medical expertise in support of new indications, partnerships, acquisitions, and strategic initiatives.
• Perform related duties as requested.

Requirements

• MD, DO, PharmD, PhD, or equivalent advanced degree in a relevant medical or scientific discipline.
• 10+ years of relevant experience in Medical Affairs, Field Medical, Site Engagement, at a biotechnology or pharmaceutical company.
• Significant experience with cardiology principal investigators, community research sites, and cardiology KOLs.
• Proven ability to build trust with physicians and influence clinical behavior.
• Track record of driving site engagement and performance in clinical trials.
• Strong understanding of clinical research, evidence generation, clinical development, and the healthcare ecosystem.
• Experience working cross‑functionally across clinical, scientific, commercial, product, and executive teams.
• Strong scientific communication skills, including experience with publications, abstracts, presentations, or other scientific communications.
• Excellent strategic thinking and the ability to translate complex scientific information into actionable business recommendations.
• Exceptional executive presence, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to operate effectively in a high‑growth, entrepreneurial environment where priorities evolve quickly.
• Strong judgment and commitment to scientific integrity, patient‑centricity, and ethical medical practices.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in cardiology, or another relevant therapeutic area.
• Experience working directly with pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies.
• Established network of community‑based cardiology investigators.

How We Work

We foster a collaborative, low‑ego team environment with high ownership and accountability. Our fast‑paced, highly iterative growth culture emphasizes open communication, continuous learning, and a mission‑driven focus on improving patient outcomes. Team members are comfortable navigating evolving business priorities and opportunities.

Benefits

• Hybrid work environment with in‑office collaboration two days per week in either NYC, Boston, or Southlake.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, with up to 80% of premiums covered by Iterative Health.
• Mental health and wellness support through Spring Health.
• Health HSA or FSA options, and commuter FSA contributions supported by Iterative Health.
• Unlimited PTO, 12 company holidays, and a company‑wide shutdown between Christmas and New Years.
• 401(k) program with a company match of up to 3% (up to $3,000 annually).
• Weekly in‑office lunch benefit every Tuesday.
• 100% company‑paid short‑term and long‑term disability coverage.
• Annual wellness and professional development stipend to support your health and growth.
• And more!

Pay

New York pay range: $210,000 USD – $265,000 USD.

If you require accommodations to make the application process or interviewing experience more accessible, please contact CandidateAccommodations@iterative.health.