Medical Director, Clinical Development

Prime Medicine seeks a physician-scientist to lead clinical development of gene editing therapeutics from preclinical stages through human trials. The medical director will develop clinical strategies, oversee trial protocols, and represent the company to regulators and key opinion leaders across multiple therapeutic areas.

Responsibilities

• Develop clinical trial strategy for safe introduction of gene editing therapeutics into human studies
• Conceptualize and author clinical trial protocols from phase I through phase IV
• Serve as medical monitor, overseeing patient safety and analyzing trial data
• Represent clinical development on cross-functional program teams and scientific advisory boards
• Support regulatory interactions and collaborate on translational biomarkers programs

Requirements

• M.D. or equivalent degree, preferably M.D.-PhD
• Minimum 3+ years industry or academic experience in clinical trials or relevant research
• Interest in or background in gene therapy
• Ability to travel up to 25% for site visits and regulatory meetings
• Experience interfacing with regulatory agencies and key opinion leaders