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Senior Medical Director – Neuro

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ICON
10-15 years
Not Disclosed
10 July 21, 2025
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time Education: B.Sc./M.Sc/B.Pharm/M.Pharm/Life Science Skills: Causality Assessment, Clinical SAS Programming, Communication Skills, CPC Certified, GCP guidelines, ICD-10 CM Codes, CPT-Codes, HCPCS Codes, ICD-10 CM, CPT, HCPCS Coding, ICH guidelines, ICSR Case Processing, Interpersonal Skill, Labelling Assessment, MedDRA Coding, Medical Billing, Medical Coding, Medical Terminology, Narrative Writing, Research & Development, Technical Skill, Triage of ICSRs, WHO DD Coding

 

Job Summary

ICON plc is hiring a Senior Medical Director – Neurology to lead Phase II–III clinical trials and regulatory strategy for global biotech clients. This is a remote role based in the United States, offering the opportunity to shape product development and lifecycle strategies within a globally respected CRO. Candidates with proven biotech leadership and regulatory engagement are ideal.


Key Responsibilities

  • Lead cross-functional Clinical Development (CD) teams from Phase II–III through global registration.

  • Collaborate with the Global Project Team (GPT) and Global Brand Team to shape clinical development strategy.

  • Develop and manage Clinical Development Plans (CDPs), timelines, budgets, and resources.

  • Analyze clinical data for risk-benefit assessments and initiate strategic actions.

  • Oversee the creation of medical sections in regulatory documentation.

  • Represent medical strategy and study updates to regulatory bodies and internal stakeholders.

  • Approve and align global and domestic study concepts with overarching clinical strategy.

  • Define publication strategy in coordination with Global Strategic Marketing and Medical Affairs.

  • Build and manage relationships with external advisors and key opinion leaders.

  • Provide medical evaluation for licensing opportunities and contribute to patient-focused trial design.


Required Skills & Qualifications

  • MD or equivalent medical degree with board certification preferred.

  • Experience in biotech clinical leadership, including successful registration of therapies.

  • Strong regulatory knowledge and direct involvement with agency interactions.

  • Cultural adaptability for collaboration across US and European teams.

  • Creative, agile thinker with strategic mindset and excellent communication skills.


Perks & Benefits

  • Competitive base salary (exact range not disclosed)

  • Health insurance plans for individuals and families

  • Generous annual leave policy

  • Retirement planning benefits

  • Life assurance coverage

  • Access to a 24/7 global Employee Assistance Program

  • Optional country-specific perks like gym discounts, childcare vouchers, and travel subsidies


Company Description

ICON plc is a global contract research organization (CRO) supporting biotech, pharmaceutical, and medical device companies with clinical trials and product development. With a focus on innovation, data-driven research, and global healthcare impact, ICON is a leader in clinical research solutions.


Work Mode: Remote (US-based only)


Call to Action

Are you ready to lead neurological clinical programs at a global scale? Apply now and take your biotech and regulatory expertise to the next level with ICON.