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Associate Medical Director, Clinical Development - Job ID: 1912, 1913, 1914

Ascendis Pharma
September 08, 2026
Full-time
Remote friendly (Palo Alto, CA)
Worldwide
$265,000 - $265,000 USD yearly
Clinical Research and Development
Role: Associate Medical Director responsible for the design, safety monitoring, and data analysis of late-phase clinical trials in endocrinology at Ascendis Pharma. Objectives include ensuring scientific rigor, study integrity, and regulatory compliance in clinical development. Responsibilities encompass providing medical oversight during trials, serving as Medical Monitor, leading study teams, preparing clinical documentation, analyzing data, and contributing to regulatory submissions and development plans. The role involves collaboration with cross-functional teams, cultivating relationships with investigators and key opinion leaders, and supporting strategic initiatives. The position requires an MD with at least 3 years industry or relevant experience, 2+ years in clinical trial design/execution, and preferred board certification with endocrinology specialty. High-value specifics include involvement in endocrinology rare diseases or oncology, late-phase trials, and GxP compliance. The role is based in the US, with up to 20% domestic and international travel.