Medical Director

Caribou Biosciences

. Establish, direct, and manage clinical efforts for multiple preclinical programs .

Posted 9/16/2026full-timeBerkeley • California • United StatesLead💰 $300,000 - $330,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading clinical trials from Phase I to IV, ensuring compliance with GCP and regulatory standards while managing cross-functional teams. Proficient in clinical protocol design, data interpretation, and maintaining trial subject safety.

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MD DegreeHematology ExpertiseClinical Trial PlanningFDA/EMA/PMDA InteractionsCell Therapy Experience

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Hard Skills

Clinical Protocol DesignClinical Data ReviewRegulatory FilingAdverse Event ReportingProduct Launch ActivitiesPotency Assays KnowledgeImmuno-Oncology BackgroundCell Engineering Background

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsStrong Organizational SkillsTime ManagementInterpersonal SkillsTeam Collaboration

Industry Keywords

Clinical TrialsCRO ManagementClinical ResearchGCP ComplianceSOP Adherence

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Google Cloud Platform

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Establish, direct, and manage clinical efforts for multiple preclinical programs
Lead the direction, planning, execution, and interpretation of clinical trials
Establish scientific methods for clinical protocol design and implementation while ensuring trial subject safety
Lead Phase I–IV clinical trials for company products
Build and manage the clinical research scientist team supporting trials
Oversee CROs and other vendors
Develop relationships with clinical investigators and lead investigator meetings and advisory boards
Monitor safety and report adverse events
Coordinate information for FDA and other health authority reports and represent the company at forums
Monitor protocol adherence and determine study completion
Review clinical data and lead or author study reports, protocols, publications, IBs, and regulatory filings, including briefing documents and IND/BLA submissions
Evaluate products for in-licensing or out-licensing
Participate in cross-functional, highly matrixed teams to advance preclinical programs to clinical evaluation
Monitor competitive clinical development and regulatory issues and recommend strategy or plan changes
Provide medical review, assessment, and interpretation of clinical data in clinical study reports
Adhere to GCP and GVP aligned with ICH requirements
Ensure compliance with internal SOPs, local regulations, laws, and the highest ethical standards

Requirements

What you’ll need

MD degree or equivalent
Hematology expertise
Prior experience in cell therapy products
Experience in clinical trial planning and implementation
Experience or exposure to FDA/EMA/PMDA or other regulatory agency interactions
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to contribute to Clinical Strategy and Clinical Development Plans
Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
Strong organizational, time management, communication, and interpersonal skills
Ability to manage multiple diverse projects simultaneously
Experience with product launch activities, including authoring BLA or MAA (nice-to-have)
Knowledge of current best practices for potency assays for cellular therapies (nice-to-have)
Background in immuno-oncology or cell engineering (nice-to-have)
Experience working in a biotechnology company (nice-to-have)
Legal authorization to work in the United States

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive compensation package, including competitive salary, bonus, and equity for all employees
Generous paid vacation time, in addition to company-observed holidays
Excellent medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) retirement savings plan with matching employer contributions
Employee stock purchase plan (ESPP)
Tuition reimbursement program