Director, Medical Affairs

Encoded Therapeutics Inc.

. Define and implement the strategic plan for Encoded’s ETX301 clinical development program for pain .

Posted 10/3/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesLead💰 $225,000 - $310,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in clinical development and medical strategy, with a strong focus on building relationships with Key Opinion Leaders and managing complex projects in the pharmaceutical and biotech industries. Proficient in scientific communication, budget management, and compliance with industry regulations.

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MD, PhD, Or MD/PhDClinical Development ExperienceNeuroscience ExpertiseStrong Presentation SkillsProject Management

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Hard Skills

Clinical Trial DesignInvestigator Sponsored StudiesEndpoint DevelopmentScientific CommunicationBudget ForecastingAnalytical SkillsRegulatory ComplianceGene Therapy ExperienceNeurologic Disease KnowledgeMedical Strategy

Soft Skills

CollaborationRelationship BuildingNegotiation SkillsTeamworkPrioritization

Industry Keywords

Pharmaceutical IndustryBiotech IndustryMedical AffairsKey Opinion LeadersAdvanced Therapy Medicinal ProductsPhase 1-3 ProgramsScientific PresentationsClinical ResearchMedical Exchange GuidelinesTravel Requirements

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Define and implement the strategic plan for Encoded’s ETX301 clinical development program for pain
Collaborate with Scientific Communications, Clinical Development, the Medical Office, and Patient Advocacy
Build relationships with Key Opinion Leaders to support clinical trial design and enrollment
Partner with Commercial, Strategy, Pre-clinical/Translational, Clinical Development/Operations, and Regulatory teams
Provide scientific and competitive insights from conferences and medical engagements
Develop and manage Investigator Sponsored Studies, observational studies, and other research supporting endpoint development or validation
Develop disease-state, mechanism-of-action, target-product-profile, and clinical-trial communication plans
Prepare or review scientific communication materials
Define and manage long-range budget forecasts
Identify, recruit, and manage vendors
Develop methods and procedures for scientific presentations
Represent Encoded and present data at advisory boards, investigator meetings, congresses, and other forums

Requirements

What you’ll need

MD, PhD, or MD/PhD in a relevant scientific or clinical discipline
For MD/MD-PhD: minimum of 4-6+ years of pharmaceutical/biotech industry experience in Medical Affairs, Clinical Development, or Medical Strategy
For a PhD: minimum of 5–8+ years of pharmaceutical/biotech industry experience with progressive leadership in Medical Affairs (MSL, Scientific Communications, Medical Strategy)
A minimum of 2–3 years specifically supporting clinical development of Phase 1–3 programs
Proven ability to develop internal relationships in a highly matrixed environment and external relationships with Key Opinion Leaders and industry experts
Prior experience and expertise in neuroscience and/or advanced therapy medicinal products (ATMPs)
Ability to lead by example, build interdependent partnerships, and foster collaboration and teamwork
Proven success in prioritization and management of several complex, concurrent projects with tight deadlines
Excellent written and verbal communication and high-level negotiation skills
Strong presentation skills
Strong analytical skills, especially understanding and interpreting scientific and clinical research and literature
Understanding of government and industry guidelines, regulations, and laws for scientific/medical exchange and communication
Travel up to 40%, including internationally, may be required
Gene therapy experience preferred
Neurologic disease experience, particularly pain programs or epilepsy, preferred
Experience across pre-clinical/clinical-stage and commercial-stage companies preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive benefits package, including competitive employer premium contributions
Meaningful stock option grants
PTO, sick time and holiday pay
Generous Parental Leave program
Pre-tax medical and dependent care programs
STD, LTD, Life and AD&D
Professional development opportunities
Team-building events
Fully stocked micro - kitchen
Fitness center at South San Francisco location
Discretionary annual bonus
Discretionary stock-based long-term incentives