Executive Medical Director, Hepatology

About the Company

Leading healthcare company researching & developing medicines & vaccines

Industry Pharmaceuticals

Type Public Company

Founded 1929

Employees 10,001+

Categories

Biotechnology Diseases GlaxoSmithKline Health and Wellness Heathcare Medicine Pharmaceutical Industry Pharmaceuticals Raleigh-Durham-Chapel Hill Viruses Consumer Goods

Specialties

pharmaceutical products and vaccines

Business Classifications

B2C

About the Role

The Company is in search of an Executive Medical Director with a focus on Hepatology to provide strategic and scientific leadership for an advancing program. The successful candidate will be responsible for driving the asset's strategy to meet clinical, regulatory, and commercial milestones, ensuring alignment with the company's priorities. This role involves overseeing the design and execution of late-stage clinical trials, leading global regulatory activities, and identifying opportunities for life-cycle management to maximize the asset's potential. The Executive Medical Director will also be expected to collaborate across various functions, mentor a high-performing team, and represent the company in external engagements.

Applicants for this role at The Company should hold a medical degree with specialty training in Hepatology or Gastroenterology, and have a strong background in the global pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry, particularly in the field of hepatology. The position requires experience in late-stage drug development, including Phase 2 and Phase 3 clinical trials, as well as a proven track record in life-cycle management and regulatory interactions. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of the clinical and scientific landscape in hepatology, experience in translational medicine, and a focus on biomarker development. The role demands a leader who can foster innovation, monitor competitive activities, and ensure the team is aligned with the company's values and objectives.

Hiring Manager Title VP Clinical Development, CRH, GI & Renal

Travel Percent Less than 10%

Functions

Medical Care/Hospital Administration Non-Profit Management