When our values align, there's no limit to what we can achieve.
At Parexel, we all share the same goal - to improve the world's health. From clinical trials to regulatory, consulting, and market access, every clinical development solution we provide is underpinned by something special - a deep conviction in what we do.
Each of us, no matter what we do at Parexel, contributes to the development of a therapy that ultimately will benefit a patient. We take our work personally, we do it with empathy and we're committed to making a difference.
Infectious Disease is at the Heart of Parexel!
Our Infectious Disease and Vaccines team is growing in the US, and we are seeking a Medical Director to join this incredibly driven and patient focused team!
As a Medical Director in Infectious Disease and Vaccines, you will be on the frontier of infectious disease clinical research and will oversee clinical development of a variety of interventions and approaches. You will partner with a broad spectrum of clients with exciting and innovative development programs, gain tremendous experience, and have the support of a strong, values-driven Leadership team.
The Medical Director, Infectious Disease is a recognized medical expert and leader with both specialized therapeutic expertise and broad experience across indications, clients, and modalities, including both drugs and vaccines. They initiate and maintain medical and consultative relationships with clients, engage in business development and pre-award efforts and serve as a medical monitor for contracted projects.
Key Accountabilities:
Project Execution – Medical Monitoring Delivery and PV Support
Client Relationship Building and Engagement
Medical Expertise
Business Development
Department and Cross-Functional Team Leadership
Skills / Knowledge and Experience:
Experience in clinical research with sub-specialty certification in Infectious Diseases which is expected to be kept up to date
A strong background in clinical aspects of product development, including all aspects of Medical Monitoring and study design/execution
Excellent knowledge of the drug development process including drug safety
Clinical practice experience
Experience working for a CRO highly desirable, or experience working for pharmaceutical and/or biotechnology companies
Level of expertise is recognized internally and by others in the industry
Client-focused approach to work
Excellent interpersonal skills including the ability to interact well with sponsor/client counterparts, internal colleagues and to manage and mentor staff
Excellent verbal and written medical and business communication skills
Excellent standard of written and spoken English
Excellent problem solving, risk assessment and decision-making skills at the department and enterprise level with the ability to analyze business needs and act decisively
A flexible attitude with respect to work assignments and new learning
Excellent time management skills
Ability to manage multiple and varied tasks with enthusiasm and prioritize workload with attention to detail
Willingness to work in a matrix environment and to value the importance of teamwork
Education:
US Board certified in Infectious Disease or Canadian equivalent
Experience as a Physician in Industry or as a clinical trial investigator is required
Previous CRO experience is strongly preferred
Previous experience with vaccine development or vaccine trials is highly preferred
Medically qualified in an acknowledged medical school with completion of at least a basic training in clinical medicine (residency, internship)
Due to the global nature of our team and our clients, east coast candidates are highly preferred within the US or Canada; however, consideration may be given to exceptional candidates in the Central Time Zone.
Travel as required by the business.
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EEO Disclaimer
Parexel is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected status, which in the US includes race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
