Clinical Development Medical Director-Nephrology
Vertex Pharmaceuticals
August 28, 2026
Full-time
Remote friendly (Boston, MA)
Worldwide
Clinical Research and Development
Role: Medical Lead (Clinical Development Associate MD) for clinical trials, serving as Medical Monitor, overseeing safety, scientific integrity, and trial strategy. Responsibilities: develop study protocols, participate in study execution teams, contribute to regulatory documents such as INDs and CTAs, provide scientific input on study-related plans, liaise with internal teams and external medical personnel, and support other clinical development activities. Requirements: MD, DO, or equivalent; typically 8+ years of clinical or research experience; strong communication skills; familiarity with GCP, clinical study design, and regulatory interactions; board certification or clinical specialty training preferred. HighValue: experience in global clinical research, regulatory submissions, and potentially in biotech or pharma settings. WorkSetup: hybrid or on-site, with flexible work options.