Artera

Chief Medical Officer (CMO)

Artera$360K — $410K *
US-AnywhereRemote in United States
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • MD or equivalent with specialization in oncology (medical or radiation)
  • Extensive experience in clinical leadership within oncology settings
  • Proven ability to shape medical strategy and influence healthcare outcomes
  • Strong network of KOLs and oncologists within the cancer community
  • Demonstrated ability to communicate complex clinical data effectively

Responsibilities

  • Define and convey the company's medical vision aligned with business strategy
  • Identify key clinical unmet needs for patient benefit and market impact
  • Serve as the primary medical spokesperson within the oncology community
  • Oversee development of a scalable clinical data pipeline for product validation
  • Cultivate partnerships with academic and clinical collaborators
  • Integrate clinical insights into product and commercial strategies
  • Lead clinical development and medical affairs teams for study execution

Benefits

  • Leading-edge role within a pioneering precision medicine company
  • Influence on innovations that directly impact cancer patient care
  • Opportunity to build high-value partnerships and networks in the oncology field
  • Collaborative, cross-functional work with diverse teams
  • Commitment to diversity and equal opportunity in the workplace
Full Job Description
The Chief Medical Officer (CMO) is a core member of the executive leadership team and the primary medical spokesperson for the company. This company leader is responsible for setting and communicating the medical vision for where the company should go by identifying the most important unmet clinical needs and ensuring that these align with business impact. The CMO will shape the company's clinical strategy, build a strong pipeline of high-quality data and strategic collaborators, communicate with key opinion leaders, and guide the organization toward innovations that will make a measurable difference for cancer patients. The CMO must be a highly credible and influential voice within the cancer community, with trusted relationships among leading oncologists and KOLs that can accelerate adoption and shape standards of care. This role requires a practicing or former oncologist (radiation oncologist or medical oncologist) who deeply understands what will be clinically impactful and can translate that insight into company direction. The defining quality of a strong CMO is their ability to craft a medical strategy and lead strong teams to execute the strategy. Key Responsibilities: Vision & Strategic Direction • Define and communicate a clear medical vision that aligns clinical opportunities with the company's mission and commercial strategy. • Identify and prioritize clinical unmet needs with the greatest potential for patient benefit and market impact. • Serve as the primary medical spokesperson for the company with internal teams, investors, collaborators, and the broader oncology community. • Anticipate shifts in oncology practice, ensuring the company is positioned ahead of the curve. Data & Collaborator Pipeline • Oversee strategies to build and maintain a high-quality, scalable clinical data pipeline that fuels product development, validation, and innovation. • Cultivate a strong network of academic partners, clinical collaborators, and key opinion leaders to advance the company's scientific and commercial goals. • Ensure clinical evidence generation plans support both scientific credibility and payer adoption. Cross-Functional Collaboration • Partner closely with product, R&D, and commercial teams to integrate clinical insight into portfolio strategy. • Translate complex clinical and scientific data into actionable business decisions. Departmental Leadership • Lead teams to design, execute, and interpret clinical studies that support product development and to educate the clinical impact of the test with clinicians. • Lead team of physician leaders synthesizing collective clinical voice and expertise Key Competencies: • Deep understanding of oncology practice, unmet needs, and pathways to adoption • Comes with a strong network of KOLs and research communities. • Experienced in developing and guiding programs spanning multiple tumor types • Visionary thinker who anticipates shifts in the clinical landscape and ensures research addresses the most impactful questions. • Skilled and persuasive communicator who inspires confidence across clinical, scientific, and business stakeholders. • Proven ability to build high-value partnerships and collaborative relationships to fuel a robust data pipeline as well as maintain strong relationships with influential groups, like guidelines committees. • Decisive leader who can cut through uncertainty, guide teams with clarity, and balance scientific rigor with business priorities. • Ensures the medical organization remains quick, nimble, and adaptable in a rapidly evolving oncology landscape Requirements: • 2 years of industry leadership experience • 3 years of people and/or laboratory management experience • Willing to travel up to 30% per month for conferences, leadership team meetings, clinician engagements $360,000 - $410,000 a year In addition to base salary, equity is a core component of our compensation. We also offer 401k matching, unlimited paid time off (PTO), and more. The base salary is competitive and commensurate with experience, qualifications, and other factors to be discussed during the interview process.

About Artera

WellCare Health Plans, Inc. is an American health insurance company that provides managed care services primarily through Medicaid, Medicare Advantage and Medicare Prescription Drug plans for members across the United States. WellCare began operations in 1985 and has its headquarters in Tampa, Florida. It became a subsidiary of Centene Corporation in January 2020.
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