Job Description
The role of the Senior Rheumatologist: Medical Director/Global Medical Indication Lead is an exciting opportunity to be part of a world-class organization conducting groundbreaking research. This position is fully remote, ideally based in the Eastern or Central Time Zone in the United States, with international travel required at approximately 10-20%.
ResponsibilitiesLead the clinical team for an indication, translating the Target Product Profile into a Clinical Development Plan, in collaboration with the cross-functional team.Provide strategic medical insight and planning for the indication during all development stages, and own the Clinical Development Plan.Manage Global Clinical Trial Physicians, coaching and setting examples to ensure high-quality medical support and identifying potential high performers.Oversee medical aspects of studies, ensuring communication with management and study teams is consistent.Safeguard harmonization across studies to maintain efficient external stakeholder communication.Lead medical advisory boards for the indication.Build and maintain a 'best in class' group of development medical doctors.Ensure compliance of all studies in the indication.Essential SkillsMedical Doctor or equivalent degree.Specialty education in rheumatology, with patient treatment and/or research experience.Minimum 3-5 years of experience in end-to-end drug development in the pharma/biotech industry.Fluent in English, both written and spoken.Proven leadership and interpersonal skills in a global and intercultural environment.Expertise in clinical trial design, conduct, and interpretation of clinical data.Additional Skills & QualificationsBoard certification(s) preferred.Experience in clinical research, medical affairs, and drug safety.Phase III and submission experience.Proven problem-solving and negotiation skills.Work Environment
This role is fully remote with occasional domestic and international travel. Work is performed in an office environment with exposure to electrical office equipment. The job requires frequent mobility, occasional physical activities like crouching and lifting up to 15-20 lbs. Regular use of computer software and communication with diverse groups is expected. The position demands independence, multitasking, and the ability to perform under stress with regular and consistent attendance.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $159.00 - $179.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully remote position.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Aug 23, 2025.
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