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Sr. Medical Director, Rheumatology - US Remote

Fortrea · United States · 3 wk ago
RemoteRemoteHealthcare$240k–$340k/yrFull-time

What You Will Do

  • High level Medical TA and Clinical Trial Subject Matter Expertise (SME) contributions (may be Regional or Global)
  • SME Cross-functional, scientific & technical contributions and interactions with Clients
  • Partner with clients and internal teams to support business development - shaping clinical/medical strategy for proposals, bid defences, and client discussions
  • Provide oversight of medical monitoring activities to ensure timelines and quality of medical deliverables and assigns physician resources as required
  • According to the scope of work, may serve as Global Lead, Regional or Program Project Physician across multiple indications
  • Provide subject matter and drug development expertise and is a key contributor to the medical strategy and execution of the study/program for the client
  • Provides input, review and revision of protocols, case report forms, training materials, project specific tools, analysis plans design, clinical trial reports and new drug applications
  • Prepares materials for and actively participates in investigator meetings and assists at site initiation visits
  • Provides medical/scientific expertise to project team

YOU NEED TO BRING…

  • Qualifications (Minimum Required And Preferred)
  • MD Degree
  • Board Certification in Internal Medicine
  • Specialization in Rheumatology and broader therapeutic experience in autoimmune diseases (AID)
  • Potential: Specific expertise in cell and gene therapy in autoimmune diseases (AID)
  • 3+ years of substantial knowledge of drug development and extensive clinical research experience within the pharmaceutical/CRO industry (or as a clinical trial investigator)
  • Potential: Industry experience inclusive of clinical trials medical monitoring experience or other relevant clinical development/trial experience at a CRO, pharmaceutical company, regulatory agency
  • Strong scientific communication and client‑facing capabilities, including presenting scientific expertise, supporting proposals, and strengthening external partnerships
  • English language skills: Full professional proficiency

Work Environment

  • Remote position based in USA
  • Occasional national and international travel required, including attendance at sponsor meetings, investigator meetings, and relevant scientific or industry conferences.
  • Frequently stationary for 6-8 hours per day
  • Repetitive hand movement of both hands with the ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and wrists
  • Occasional crouching, stooping, with frequent bending and twisting of upper body and neck
  • Ability to access and use a variety of computer software developed both in-house and off-the-shelf
  • Light to moderate lifting and carrying (or otherwise moves) objects including luggage and laptop computer with a maximum lift of 15-20 lbs
  • Regular and consistent attendance
  • Variable hours may be required

Pay Range

USD $240,000-$340,000

Benefits

  • All job offers will be based on a candidate’s skills and prior relevant experience, applicable degrees/certifications, as well as internal equity and market data.
  • Candidates working 20 or more hours per week are eligible for comprehensive benefits including:
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD/LTD, 401(K), Paid time off (PTO) or Flexible time off (FTO), Company bonus where applicable.

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