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Medical Director, Clinical Development

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Kailera Therapeutics

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United States , Waltham

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Salary:

205000.00 - 250000.00 USD / Year

Job Description:

We are seeking an experienced, highly motivated Medical Director, Clinical Development to join our growing team. This individual will play a pivotal role in designing and executing clinical development programs that advance our pipeline of innovative therapeutics. The successful candidate will bring strong clinical insight, a deep understanding of drug development in a biotech setting, and a proven ability to work cross-functionally in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Job Responsibility:

  • Responsible for medical monitoring/reporting and safety activities
  • Provide medical leadership in the design, planning, and execution of clinical development strategies across multiple studies
  • Acts as the medical contact at the company for clinical/medical issues
  • Interprets, reports, and prepares oral and written results of product research, in concert with senior clinical personnel
  • Serve as the medical expert for assigned assets studies
  • Contribute to regulatory interactions and strategy, including IND/CTA submissions and briefing packages
  • Collaborate and work closely with Clinical Operations to ensure appropriate site selection, patient recruitment strategies, and high-quality trial execution
  • Oversee and support data interpretation, analysis, and clinical study reports
  • Work closely with internal stakeholders, including Regulatory, Safety, CMC, Medical Affairs, and Translational Science teams
  • Partner with external collaborators, KOLs, CROs, and investigators
  • Support scientific publications, conference presentations, and other external communications
  • Participate in safety review meetings and provide clinical input into adverse event evaluation and reporting

Requirements:

  • 3+ years of industry experience in clinical development, preferably in a biotech or small pharma environment
  • Hands-on experience designing and executing clinical trials
  • Understanding of GCP, clinical trial design, regulatory requirements, and safety monitoring
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including protocol and regulatory document writing
  • Demonstrated ability to engage with KOLs, investigators, and cross-functional teams
  • Can work independently, self-starter attitude
  • Advanced PowerPoint skills
  • working knowledge of Excel and other commonly used clinical systems/tools
  • Ability to manage multiple studies and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
  • Must be exceptionally detail oriented
  • MD or equivalent is required

Nice to have:

  • Experience across multiple therapeutic area domains is advantageous
  • Proven track record of contributing to IND submissions and global regulatory filings is a strong plus
What we offer:
  • comprehensive health coverage
  • flexible time off
  • paid holidays
  • year-end shutdown
  • monthly wellness stipend
  • generous 401(k) match
  • tuition reimbursement
  • commuter benefits
  • disability and life insurance
  • annual bonus opportunities
  • equity grants

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
January 10, 2026

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
Hybrid work
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