Sr. Medical Director

Senior Medical Director (SMD)

Location : Austin, TX (100% Onsite M-F)

Employment type : Full-time, Direct-Hire / Perm

Base pay range : $300,000.00 / yr - $320,000.00 / yr

Additional compensation : Annual Bonus

Overview

A leading clinical research organization is seeking an experienced Senior Medical Director (SMD) to provide strategic medical leadership and serve as Principal Investigator (PI) or Sub-Investigator (Sub-I) across multiple therapeutic areas. This role is ideal for a research-experienced physician skilled in adult chronic disease management who thrives in a dynamic, innovative environment.

The SMD will guide clinical trial execution, ensure participant safety and regulatory compliance, collaborate with operational leaders, mentor junior investigators, and support strategic growth through partnerships and community engagement. This position offers the opportunity to drive high-quality research and contribute to the advancement of cutting-edge therapies.

Responsibilities

• Serve as PI / Sub-I on clinical trials, including decentralized trials as needed.
• Ensure trials align with GCP / HSP guidelines, prioritizing participant safety and data integrity.
• Lead medical oversight for ongoing trials, reviewing safety data, eligibility, and protocol adherence.
• Review protocols and study materials; assess clinical and operational feasibility.
• Provide therapeutic and protocol-specific training to project teams and investigators.
• Collaborate with feasibility, operations, regulatory, and data management teams to support high-quality trial execution.
• Participate in medical review of recruitment and enrollment strategies.
• Identify opportunities for new research programs, therapeutic areas, and strategic partnerships.
• Build and maintain relationships with community physicians, healthcare organizations, and local partners to support recruitment and growth.
• Contribute medical and scientific expertise to guide future organizational direction.
• Participate in committees related to technology, innovation, and strategic development.
• Conduct risk assessments to identify potential challenges in trial execution.
• Promote a culture of collaboration, scientific rigor, and continuous learning.
• Provide mentorship and feedback to staff; monitor performance and identify improvement areas.
• Set and communicate performance goals aligned with organizational objectives.
• Ensure team accountability to quality, timelines, and performance standards.
• Partner with talent and HR staff on personnel matters as needed.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

Benefits

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