Medical Director, Oncology

Everest Clinical Research

. Work closely with business development and internal stakeholders to critically appraise protocols, propose study designs, and develop endpoints .

Posted 10/30/2026full-timeRemote • SerbiaLeadWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in medical monitoring, clinical trial oversight, and pharmacovigilance, with a strong foundation in clinical medicine and regulatory compliance. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage complex clinical studies while ensuring patient safety and data integrity.

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Medical MonitoringClinical Trial OversightPharmacovigilanceRegulatory ComplianceCross-Functional Team Leadership

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Hard Skills

Clinical DevelopmentMedical Data ReviewSafety OversightRisk ManagementProtocol DevelopmentStudy DesignEmergency Medical GuidancePatient ManagementStatistical Analysis ReviewAdverse Event Reporting

Soft Skills

LeadershipOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsTeamwork

Tools & Technologies

CTMSMedDRAWHODrugSOPs

Certifications & Qualifications

Doctor of Medicine (MD)Advanced Certification in Hematology or Oncology

Industry Keywords

Clinical TrialsFDA RegulationsEMA RegulationsICH-GCP GuidelinesPhase I-IV Studies

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Work closely with business development and internal stakeholders to critically appraise protocols, propose study designs, and develop endpoints
Serve as primary medical monitor and first point of contact for clinical trial sites
Answer site questions regarding eligibility and enrollment, and perform safety and patient management
Advise on medical questions and issues arising during clinical trials
Define, plan, and provide medical monitoring with cross-functional teams and sponsors
Develop Medical Monitoring Plans and Safety Management Plans
Review protocols and protocol training materials
Train project teams on disease or therapeutic area, study design, and procedures
Attend and participate in Investigator Meetings when applicable
Support decisions on inclusion/exclusion deviations and protocol-related questions
Respond to medical queries from Investigators, Ethics Committees, and Data Monitoring Committees
Provide emergency medical guidance outside normal business hours by telephone and email
Document protocol inquiries and answers in the centralized tracker/CTMS
Review listings, laboratory reports, subject profiles, safety data, serious adverse events, medical history, and concomitant medications
Assess patient risk and identify safety trends or signals
Consult on out-of-range laboratory values for clinical and protocol significance
Advise Pharmacovigilance/Drug Safety on SAE case assessment and reporting
Review subject narratives, periodic and interim safety reports, and study documentation
Assist with medical review of MedDRA and WHODrug coded terms
Review Statistical Analysis Plans, tables, figures, listings, and Clinical Study Reports as needed
Ensure compliance with company SOPs and clinical trial safety medical monitoring practices

Requirements

What you’ll need

Doctor of Medicine (MD) from an accredited institution
Strong foundation in clinical medicine
Practical experience in medical research or clinical development
At least 10–15 years of experience in clinical development, with a strong background in medical monitoring, clinical trial oversight, and pharmacovigilance
Proven experience managing clinical trials in a Contract Research Organization or pharmaceutical company environment
Expertise in Phase I–IV studies
In-depth knowledge of regulatory requirements, including FDA and EMA, and ICH-GCP guidelines
Advanced certification, specialization, or therapeutic-area expertise in hematology, oncology, or another relevant medical field highly preferred
Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills
Ability to work collaboratively in cross-functional teams and interact effectively with internal and external stakeholders
Expertise in medical data review, safety oversight, and risk management in clinical trials
High attention to detail and ability to make informed decisions based on clinical data
Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive medical and client data responsibly
Experience working with global clinical trials and multi-regional study teams
Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills; detail-oriented, customer- and quality-focused

Benefits

Comp & perks

Equal opportunity and accommodations for candidates with disabilities upon request