Senior Medical Director, Trial Physician – Neurology

Thermo Fisher Scientific

. Provide clear medical leadership to study teams and ensure reliable, high-quality study data within time and budget .

Posted 10/14/2026full-timeRemote • ArgentinaSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in clinical trial protocol development, medical monitoring, and regulatory compliance, with a strong focus on neuromuscular disease and patient safety. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and communicate effectively with stakeholders in a dynamic clinical research environment.

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Medical Doctor DegreeClinical Trial Protocol DevelopmentNeuromuscular Disease ExpertiseRegulatory Guidelines UnderstandingPatient Treatment Experience

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Hard Skills

Clinical Trial ProtocolsMedical MonitoringData InterpretationAdverse Event ReportingSOPs and GCP ComplianceNDA Submission ProcessStudy Protocol ReviewClinical Document PreparationStudy Data AnalysisMedical Training

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsProactive Problem-SolvingNegotiation SkillsStrong CommunicationCollaboration Skills

Tools & Technologies

In-House SoftwareCommercial Software

Certifications & Qualifications

Board Certification Preferred

Industry Keywords

Clinical DevelopmentPharmaceuticalBiotechCROAutoimmune Disease TreatmentsClinical ResearchInvestigational Review Board (IRB)Health Authority InteractionStudy Executive CommitteesCross-Functional Collaboration

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Google Cloud Platform

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide clear medical leadership to study teams and ensure reliable, high-quality study data within time and budget
Create clinical trial protocols using the latest scientific information
Contribute to site selection and review and approval of study protocols, amendments, CSRs, ICFs, CRFs, protocol deviation decisions, and other clinical documents
Conduct real-time medical monitoring of clinical studies
Ensure medical validity of primary endpoints and study-subject safety
Identify, escalate, and correct medical issues in consultation with the Global Medical Indication Lead
Interpret clinical trial data for regulatory documents, manuscripts, and other publications
Serve as the medical point of contact for internal and external stakeholders
Interact with investigators and answer IRB and Health Authority questions
Prepare and present materials to study executive and independent safety committees when applicable
Provide medical training to site staff at investigator meetings and CRA training for new indications
Ensure medical compliance by understanding and applying relevant SOPs and GCP
Collaborate with cross-functional study team members to clarify medical risks, issues, and results
Work with a global, client-dedicated biotech organization developing autoimmune disease treatments
Travel occasionally to domestic and international site locations

Requirements

What you’ll need

Medical Doctor or equivalent degree required
Board certification(s) preferred
Specialty education, such as residency/fellowship, required in neurology
Patient treatment and/or research experience
1–3 years of industry experience required in clinical development within a Pharmaceutical, Biotech, or CRO organization
Neuromuscular disease expertise highly preferred
Excellent written and spoken English
Ability to travel
Understanding and experience with NDA submission process
Understanding of regulatory guidelines for adverse event reporting
Interpersonal skills to lead a study team and exercise judgment on issues requiring immediate escalation
Proactive problem-solving and negotiation skills
Strong communication and collaboration skills in a cross-functional, matrixed organization
Must be legally authorized to work in North America without sponsorship
Must be able to pass a comprehensive background check, including drug screening where applicable
Must be located in the EST time zone
Ability to access and use in-house and commercial computer software
Regular and consistent attendance
Ability to work independently, multitask, perform under stress, and sustain intense concentration
Ability to perform the stated physical activities, including occasional lifting and carrying of 15–20 lbs.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual incentive plan bonus
Healthcare
Range of employee benefits
Career and development prospects
Fully remote work arrangement
10–20% travel range, including possible international travel