CTI

Vice President, Global Medical Affairs

CTI$150K — $200K *
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 10 years of experience in CRO, pharmaceutical, or biotech industries.
  • Clinical research experience with a focus on medical monitoring.
  • Comprehensive understanding of regulatory guidelines from FDA and international authorities.
  • Business development experience including RFP and bid defense involvement.
  • MD degree is mandatory.

Responsibilities

  • Provide executive oversight for global clinical trials (Phases I-IV).
  • Oversee medical monitoring and safety data management.
  • Lead RFP responses and contribute to business strategies.
  • Support drug development consulting and clinical document development.
  • Develop Medical Affairs strategy aligned with business goals.
  • Mentor and develop Medical Affairs team members.

Benefits

  • Professional development and continued education opportunities.
  • Participation in industry events and conferences.
  • Inclusive work environment that fosters team collaboration.
Full Job Description
What You'll Do:

Clinical Development & Medical Oversight

  • Provide executive medical oversight across global clinical trials (Phases I-IV).
  • Oversee medical monitoring activities including development and review of Medical Monitoring Plans.
  • Ensure appropriate review and management of safety data, including Serious Adverse Events (SAEs), and other clinical parameters included in medical data review processes.
  • Partner with Pharmacovigilance, Regulatory, and Quality Assurance teams to ensure compliance with global regulations.
  • Serve as medical expert interacting with investigators, sponsors, and regulatory authorities.
  • Support study design, protocol development, and feasibility assessments.


Business Development & Revenue Generation

  • Lead and contribute to RFP responses, including strategy, content, and medical positioning.
  • Participate in bid defense meetings, client presentations, and capabilities discussions.
  • Partner with Commercial/Sales teams to identify growth opportunities and expand client relationships.
  • Provide strategic medical input to win new business and increase revenue.
  • Represent the organization at industry events, conferences, and client meetings.


Consulting & Scientific Leadership

  • Provide medical leadership for consulting engagements and drug development programs.
  • Oversee development of clinical documents including protocols, CSRs, regulatory submissions, and publications.
  • Serve as subject matter expert for advisory boards and client engagements.
  • Ensure scientific integrity across all deliverables.


Operational & Strategic Management

  • Develop and execute Medical Affairs strategy aligned with company growth objectives.
  • Oversee departmental budgeting, forecasting, and resource allocation.
  • Ensure development and maintenance of SOPs and implementation of best practices, creating an environment of continuous improvement.
  • Drive process improvements to enhance quality, efficiency, and client satisfaction.
  • Oversee administrative policies and processes associated with managing the Medical Affairs function, ensuring team members meet foundational expectations of their role.


People Leadership & Talent Development

  • Attract, develop and retain team members.
  • Coach and mentor Medical Directors, and Medical Affairs staff, and others as needed.
  • Drive performance management, succession planning, and team capability building.
  • Provide training and ongoing education for internal teams.


What You'll Bring:

  • 10 years of progressive experience in the CRO, pharmaceutical or biotech industry.
  • Significant clinical research experience including medical monitoring.
  • Deep scientific, regulatory, clinical trial or drug development experience.
  • Thorough knowledge of relevant FDA and other international health authorities' regulations and guidelines, including directly interacting with such authorities, and GCP and ICH guidelines.
  • Demonstrated involvement in business development, RFPS, and bid defenses.
  • Medical Doctor (MD) degree.


Preferred experience:

  • Prior leadership experience in a CRO environment.
  • Experience across multiple therapeutic areas.
  • Strong network within pharmaceutical and biotech sponsors.
  • Board Certification.


Important Note
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Please Note

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