GQR
Senior Medical Director, Clinical Development
San Francisco Bay Area (On-site 3–4 days/week)
Our client, a clinical-stage biotechnology company advancing next-generation GPCR-targeted therapeutics, is seeking a Senior Medical Director to lead strategy and execution across clinical development. This role will serve as the Clinical Development Lead for a key program, shaping trial design, guiding cross-functional alignment, and supporting regulatory interactions.
Note:
This opportunity is
not
with GQR - we are representing the client confidentially.
Key Responsibilities Lead clinical development strategy and program execution across multiple studies. Design Clinical Development Plans and oversee protocol development. Provide medical oversight across early- and late-stage trials. Partner cross-functionally with clinical operations, regulatory, research, and CMC. Support regulatory submissions and participate in authority interactions. Identify safety issues and communicate program risks to leadership. Mentor clinical development team members.
Qualifications MD or MD/PhD with 5+ years in clinical development. Endocrinology background required . Experience leading cross-functional teams in biotech or pharma. Expertise in early development, FIH studies, and late-stage strategy. Strong scientific, regulatory, and communication skills. Rare disease experience preferred.
Compensation $340,000–$375,000 base + competitive package.
Our client, a clinical-stage biotechnology company advancing next-generation GPCR-targeted therapeutics, is seeking a Senior Medical Director to lead strategy and execution across clinical development. This role will serve as the Clinical Development Lead for a key program, shaping trial design, guiding cross-functional alignment, and supporting regulatory interactions.
Note:
This opportunity is
not
with GQR - we are representing the client confidentially.
Key Responsibilities Lead clinical development strategy and program execution across multiple studies. Design Clinical Development Plans and oversee protocol development. Provide medical oversight across early- and late-stage trials. Partner cross-functionally with clinical operations, regulatory, research, and CMC. Support regulatory submissions and participate in authority interactions. Identify safety issues and communicate program risks to leadership. Mentor clinical development team members.
Qualifications MD or MD/PhD with 5+ years in clinical development. Endocrinology background required . Experience leading cross-functional teams in biotech or pharma. Expertise in early development, FIH studies, and late-stage strategy. Strong scientific, regulatory, and communication skills. Rare disease experience preferred.
Compensation $340,000–$375,000 base + competitive package.