Medical Director

Posted 2026-06-26
Remote, USA Full-time Immediate Start

Medical Director Neuroimmunology
ICON is a global healthcare intelligence and clinical research organisation united by a mission to bring new medicines and treatments to patients faster.

As a values-driven organisation, integrity, collaboration, agility, and inclusion are at the heart of how we work and interact with each other, customers, patients and suppliers.

Medical Director in Neuroimmunology serves as a medical responsible on clinical trial(s), overseeing execution of clinical trial activities in assigned projects.
This role is client dedicated to top-5 pharma company
Ability to engage and work with Key Opinion Leaders or Scientific Advisors in the relevant therapeutic area to help develop scientific rationale for clinical trials
Develop and/or oversee the preparation of clinical development plans, study concept sheets, study protocols or regulatory documentation in collaboration with clinical and project team members for assigned indication(s)/products or with external partners for collaborative studies
Actively contribute to or oversee medical writing of medical sections of study protocols, investigator brochure and other regulatory documents
Manage the clinical team supporting the clinical trial
Manage, mentor and develop assigned staff, as appropriate
Oversee all aspects related to the scientific and medical risk in collaboration with the safety representative and other relevant stakeholders
Support the review, analysis and interpretation of study data
Support communication of study results as assigned

EDUCATION & LANGUAGES
Medical Degree (mandatory)
Neuroimmunology experience is a must
Myasthenia gravis experience would be a big plus
Able to communicate effectively in English
Experience leading protocol development

PROFESSIONAL SKILLS & EXPERIENCE
Requires substantial professional experience in related TA/indication including clinical trials
Professional experience in the execution of clinical trials as medical responsible (3+ years) with at least one clinical trial within neuroimmunology
Previous experience in medical monitoring, medical data review, eligibility review during recruitment, presentations at investigator meetings and trainings, protocol writing, regulatory responses
Experience in design, set up, conduct and evaluation of clinical trials
Experience working in a cross-functional multi-site team environment
Working knowledge of GCP, ICH, US FDA and EMA regulations

PERSONAL SKILLS & COMPETENCIES
Ability to work in an intense, fast paced, global work environment
Pro-active, problem-solving, constructive attitude
Strong oral and written communication skills, including presentations (posters, paper, seminars) to internal and external parties
Ability to collaborate in a seamless fashion with project/program/functional teams both face to face and remotely
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Employment with ICON is contingent upon having the legal right to work in the country where the role is based.

Rewards & Benefits
ICON offers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package designed to support your health, wellbeing, and career development.

Benefits may include:
Competitive base salary and performance related incentives
Health and wellbeing programmes including medical, dental, and vision coverage where applicable
Retirement and pension plans
Life assurance and disability coverage
Employee assistance programmes and wellbeing resources
Learning and development opportunities through structured training and career pathways

Benefits may vary depending on role and location.

Visit our careers site to read more about the benefits ICON offers.

Inclusion and Accessibility
ICON is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building an inclusive and accessible workplace where everyone feels valued and supported.

If you require reasonable accommodations during the recruitment process, please let us know or submit a request here.

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