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Estimated Pay info$62 per hour
Hours Full-time
Location San Diego, California

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Job Description

Job Description
Medical Director — Early Clinical Development (Oncology/Hematology)
Location: San Diego, CA
Employment Type: Full-time, direct hire
Compensation: $350,000–$385,000 base (DOE)
Travel: Up to ~25%

Overview
Lead early-phase clinical development for one or more programs. You’ll shape clinical strategy, design and execute Phase 1 studies, collaborate cross-functionally, and represent the program in regulatory and KOL settings—all with a focus on quality, speed, and patient impact.

What you’ll do
  • Own clinical strategy and development plans for assigned molecules.
  • Design early-phase trials and ensure high-quality study conduct and GCP compliance.
  • Author/review study documents and interpret emerging clinical data to guide decisions.
  • Lead/participate in regulatory interactions as a clinical/medical representative.
  • Engage investigators and KOLs; support site start-up and ongoing execution.
  • Partner closely with preclinical/discovery, biometrics, and operations teams.
What you bring
  • MD or MD/PhD with oncology and/or hematology expertise.
  • 3+ years of biopharma experience in early development; Phase 1 (solid tumor or heme) preferred; small-molecule experience a plus.
  • Strong grasp of ICH/GCP, clinical trial design, and end-to-end study execution.
  • Clear communicator with sound judgment and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to collaborate across disciplines and geographies; ~25% travel.

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Posting ID: 1252714021 Posted: 2026-06-06 Job Title: Medical Director