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Director - Clinical Design Physician - Cardiometabolic Health

Eli Lilly and Company
September 11, 2026
Full-time
Remote friendly (Indianapolis, IN)
Worldwide
Clinical Research and Development
Role: Medical Lead on a cross-functional Clinical Design team, responsible for translating therapeutic strategy into clinical development programs and trial options. Responsibilities: develop and refine study protocols, advise on trial design features impacting speed and efficiency, contribute to asset strategy, and support clinical trial execution including patient recruitment and diversity initiatives. Also, lead scientific data dissemination and foster external collaborations. Requirements: MD or DO, board eligibility or certification in relevant specialty, with at least 3 years of industry experience in clinical trial design, safety, and regulatory standards. Preferred: leadership in key development phases (proof of concept, dose-ranging, registration); expertise in Diabetes comorbidities; board certification in cardiology, obesity, nephrology, or hepatology; experience with decentralized trials and diverse populations. HighValue: therapeutic areas include cardiometabolic health, biologics or small molecules, early to late phase trials, global regulatory compliance, and cross-functional coordination. Must possess strong interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate effectively. WorkSetup: based in Indianapolis, with flexibility for remote work if applicable; willingness to travel domestically and internationally as needed.