Medical Director, Clinical Development

Ascendis Pharma

. Contribute to formulation and implementation of the Clinical Development Plan .

Posted 10/3/2026full-timeUnited StatesLead💰 $265,000 - $295,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in clinical trial design and execution, regulatory strategy, and medical monitoring, while maintaining strong leadership and collaboration skills within cross-functional teams.

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M.D. DegreeClinical Trial DesignMedical MonitoringRegulatory SubmissionsBoard-Certified

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Hard Skills

Clinical Development PlanClinical Data AnalysisProtocol DevelopmentSafety and Efficacy TrackingRegulatory GuidanceGood Clinical PracticesClinical Study ReportsInvestigator BrochuresMedical Monitoring PlansPortfolio Management

Soft Skills

Excellent Written CommunicationExcellent Oral CommunicationMultitaskingOrganizational SkillsComplex Problem-Solving

Certifications & Qualifications

Physician LicensureBoard Certification

Industry Keywords

EndocrinologyClinical TrialsInvestigative SitesClinical ConsultantsKey Opinion LeadersEthical StandardsScientific MeetingsCross-Functional CollaborationClinical InquiryRegulated Information

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Contribute to formulation and implementation of the Clinical Development Plan
Leverage medical expertise and hands-on clinical experience to promote relevance and rigor of the development program
Design clinical trials, provide overall oversight, and support site and subject retention
Serve as Medical Monitor, ensure study integrity, and track accumulating safety and efficacy data
Provide leadership to teams of medical monitors and study teams
Ensure completion of trial-related documents, including protocols, investigator brochures, medical monitoring plans, site training materials, clinical study reports, health authority responses, and regulatory documents
Analyze, evaluate, interpret, and report clinical data
Anticipate and solve complex drug development problems
Contribute to regulatory strategy and clinical documents, manuscripts, presentations, and regulatory submissions
Maintain current knowledge of relevant science, medical information, good clinical practices, and regulatory guidance
Collaborate with cross-functional colleagues to optimize product development
Contribute to corporate strategic and organizational initiatives
Cultivate relationships with investigative sites, clinical consultants, and key opinion leaders
Assist in portfolio management and commercial activities as needed
Complete assigned tasks accurately and on time
Adhere to rigorous ethical standards
Travel up to 20% domestically and internationally for scientific meetings
Report to the Vice President, Clinical Science

Requirements

What you’ll need

M.D. degree
Completion of ACGME-accredited residency and fellowship (strongly preferred)
Physician licensure in at least one state (strongly preferred)
Board-certified (strongly preferred), with specialty in endocrinology highly desired
At least 5 years of industry experience; other relevant post-graduate clinical and/or academic experience may be considered case-by-case
At least 3 years of experience with clinical trial design and execution
Strong track record of scientific and clinical inquiry
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Ability to learn quickly and follow complex directions under pressure
Ability to multitask while remaining organized and attentive to detail
Ability to lead directly and by example
Ability to work hard and be a trustworthy, collaborative team player
Initiative and complex problem-solving ability
Sound judgment when handling complex, confidential, and regulated information

Benefits

Comp & perks

401(k) plan with company match
Medical, dental, and vision plans
Company-offered Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) insurance
Company-provided short and long-term disability benefits
Unique offerings of Pet Insurance and Legal Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Employee Discounts
Professional Development
Health Saving Account (HSA)
Flexible Spending Accounts
Various incentive compensation plans
Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance
Mental Health resources
Paid leave benefits for new parents
Discretionary annual bonus or incentive compensation plan (eligibility varies based on role and position level)
Discretionary stock-based long-term incentives
Paid time off
Comprehensive benefits package