Medical Director, Clinical Development, Psychiatry

Neurocrine Biosciences

Medical Director leading clinical development strategies for psychiatric treatments. Overseeing Phase 1-3 studies and collaborating with cross-functional teams at Neurocrine Biosciences.

Posted 7/29/2026full-timeRemote • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $254,600 - $347,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in clinical research strategy development, including oversight of Phase 1-3 clinical studies, biomarker evaluation, and regulatory compliance. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams, manage clinical trial design, and effectively communicate results to stakeholders.

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MD Or DO Degree2+ Years Clinical Research ExperienceGood Clinical Practice KnowledgeBiomarker Evaluation ExpertiseClinical Trial Design Success

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Hard Skills

Clinical Study ExecutionRegulatory RequirementsData AnalysisReport WritingScientific PresentationStudy DesignBiostatisticsAdverse Event AssessmentBudget PlanningResource Identification

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsTeam LeadershipIndependent Work

Certifications & Qualifications

Board Certification In Relevant Clinical Specialty

Industry Keywords

Phase 1-4 Clinical DevelopmentTranslational MedicineDrug SafetyClinical OperationsCRO ManagementClinical Research StrategyMultidisciplinary Development TeamExternal Innovation AssessmentClinical Investigator SelectionRegulatory Documents

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Responsible for the development of clinical research strategies and independent direction of Phase 1-3 clinical studies while working with a cross-functional project teams (clinical project managers, preclinical/clinical pharmacology, biometrics, regulatory, drug safety)
May work closely with Research and Preclinical Development to develop biomarkers necessary for the most effective evaluation of novel molecules in early clinical development
Responsible for medical oversight of Drug Safety activities in conjunction with operational activities of the Drug Safety Director
Partners with Business Development in the assessment of external innovation
Develops and implements study protocols as in conjunction with a multidisciplinary Development Team
Assist in the identification and selection of clinical investigators for clinical trials and maintain appropriate communication and professional relationships as Sponsor medical monitor/representative
Conduct medical assessment and disposition of adverse events (in conjunction with Drug Safety physician) and evaluate safety of clinical compounds prior to and during ongoing clinical studies
Oversee the clinical trials program in conjunction with Clinical Operations in accordance with NBI SOPs, Good Clinical Practice, and applicable regulations
Analyze, interpret, and present results of clinical studies to internal and external audiences as directed by Sr. Management
Identify resource requirements, assist in budget planning and personnel forecasting for clinical research programs
Assists in the recruitment, training and development of the clinical teams
Identify and select clinical consultants
Provide or assist in the scientific writing and review of clinical study reports and related regulatory documents
Provides periodic status updates and effectively communicates with Senior Management Team
Leads the development of clinical biomarker strategies for early clinical development
Work with Medical Affairs and external opinion leaders to secure new collaborators and present trial results
Interface with Research, Product Development and Business Development to assess new product opportunities, develop clinical research strategy and product development plans

Requirements

What you’ll need

MD or DO degree with accredited residency training and board certification in relevant clinical specialty for the therapeutic area required
2+ years of experience in clinical research and development (Phase 1-4) in either a pharmaceutical/biotechnology company or a clinical research/academic environment or related experience required
Recognized as an internal thought leader with extensive technical and business expertise within a strategic organization
Applies in-depth knowledge of own function, business / commercial / scientific expertise to solve critical issues successfully and innovatively
Evaluates key business / scientific challenges and completes complex, ambiguous initiatives having cross-functional impact
Strong interpersonal and communication skills as well as strong organizational and team leadership skills are required
Able to work independently and prioritize multiple tasks and goals to ensure the timely, on-target and within-budget accomplishment
Knowledgeable in Good Clinical Practice, regulatory procedures relevant to investigational drug development
Strong knowledge in translational medicine and biomarker evaluation, clinical study execution, regulatory requirements and documents, study design, biostatistics, data analysis, report writing, and scientific presentation of data
Able to effectively operate in a multi-level matrix corporate environment, requiring interaction with, and/or direction of clinical research project teams, including physicians, scientists, monitors, administrative, regulatory, commercial, and consultant personnel
Demonstrated success managing interactions with external CROs, consultants and other contract organizations, especially from the context of a small group
Proven track record of success across all phases of drug development, proven success record in clinical trial design

Benefits

Comp & perks

health benefits to include medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans
retirement savings plan (with company match)
paid vacation
holiday and personal days
paid caregiver/parental and medical leave
annual bonus with a target of 35% of the earned base salary
eligibility to participate in our equity based long term incentive program