Medical Director – Oncology

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Turkey, +4 more states.

📋 Description

• Contribute medical and scientific insights to clinical research initiatives, which involves reviewing proposals, clinical data, protocols, training materials, informed consent documents, Investigator Drug Brochures, electronic Case Report Forms (eCRFs), analysis plans, study reports, regulatory submissions, and assessments of adverse events.

• Ensure that medical activities adhere to Good Clinical Practice (GCP) standards and operate seamlessly.

• Act as the Medical Monitor and primary medical liaison for sponsor medical teams, investigators, site coordinators, and project teams.

• Engage with clients, sponsor representatives, investigators, key opinion leaders, and multidisciplinary project teams regarding drug development, study design, protocols, endpoints, and eligibility criteria.

• Deliver training related to protocols and therapeutic areas, and present protocol or safety information during investigator meetings.

• Assist in the selection of investigator sites, subject recruitment and retention, as well as communications between investigators and sites.

• Create medical monitoring plans and provide on-call support for protocol inquiries and medical assistance to sites.

• Oversee patient safety, review Serious Adverse Event (SAE) reports and narratives, monitor safety inquiries, and facilitate safety reporting and regulatory interactions.

• Evaluate electronic Case Report Forms (eCRFs), data analysis plans, safety fields, medical coding, data tables, listings, figures, and clinical study reports.

• Support Data Safety Monitoring Board (DSMB)/adjudication committee activities and ensure that feedback is communicated to sites.

• Contribute to business development by assisting in proposal preparation, marketing presentations, sales pitches, and feasibility discussions.

• Conduct literature reviews, develop training sessions, interpret clinical data, draft procedures, and participate in quality improvement initiatives.

• Undertake other related responsibilities as assigned or requested by the Chief Medical Officer.

⛳️ Requirements

• Medical Degree from an accredited and globally recognized medical institution with a curriculum pertinent to general medical education.

• A minimum of 10 years of experience is required, encompassing medical practice, academia, clinical research, or drug development.

• Preferred experience of 3–5 years in the biopharmaceutical industry, which may be included in the 10-year total experience.

• Oncology/Hematology Board Certification or Board Eligibility in Oncology is mandatory.

• Ideally, a Urologist or Surgical Oncology specialist.

• Proficient in collaborating with multidisciplinary colleagues and translating concepts into actionable strategies.

• Capable of working independently with minimal supervision and effectively within a team and matrix structure.

• Skilled in organizing and managing multiple projects with changing priorities efficiently.

• Exceptional oral and written communication as well as interpersonal skills.

• Dedicated to providing truthful and comprehensive application information and credentials.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.

• Comprehensive health insurance plans.

• Opportunities for professional development and continuing education.

• Flexible work schedule and remote working options.

• Generous paid time off and holiday leave.