Senior Medical Director, Oncology

When our values align, there's no limit to what we can achieve.The Senior Medical Director is a recognized medical expert and leader with both specialized therapeutic expertise and broad experience across indications, clients and drug development. They initiate and maintain medical and consultative relationships with clients, consult on early engagement and pre-award efforts and serve as a medical monitor for contracted projects. The Senior Medical Director may represent GMS on cross-functional initiatives, lead initiatives within GMS, and where appropriate, manage a small team of physicians.Key Accountabilities:Project Execution: Medical Monitoring Delivery & PV Support:Independently deliver all medical support required for successful delivery of the projects according to contracted agreement with the sponsor (i.e.: tasks and time per task contracted) and according to the assigned role (Global Lead Physician or Regional Lead Physician).Participate actively in study planning with feasibility leaders, solution consultantsParticipate in team project and investigator meetingsProvide training of study teams on TA indication and protocol (Communicate with relevant sponsor counterparts on challenges and accomplishments related to assigned project/studyParticipate in the development and/or review of study documents, such as clinical protocols, Medical Monitoring Plans (MMP), integrated clinical and statistical summary reports, safety plans, Informed Consent Forms, etc. in conjunction with clients/sponsors or in conjunction with other Parexel departmentsDeliver medical monitoring activities according to MMP during the study conduct:Answer to site/ study team questions relating to the study conduct or protocol,Review and sign off all data listings / tables, protocol deviations, datasets, for medical accuracy/consistency in accordance with study plans (Medical Monitoring Plan, Medical Data Review Plan, Data Surveillance Plan etc.)Deliver medical leadership to the project in close coordination with the Project Leader and according to the role assigned either GLP or RLP byTimely identifying risks and challenges,Pro-actively proposing and/or delivering relevant actions contributing to the success of the study/project and risk mitigation.Creating a sense of urgency on any matters pertaining to safety of study participants and scientific integrity of the study.Attend and support any audits or inspections pertaining to assigned studies even if not directly involved in the audited activitiesParticipate in periodic rotas including night and weekend shifts e.g. for emergency medical contact and emergency unblinding phone requests for Parexel studies, as applicable and/or appropriate for the MDProvide risk assessment of clinical trials for local sponsorship as neededProvide medical input into PV workflows and projects and participate in safety processing for studies including medical review of serious adverse events. Support regulatory safety reporting activities Utilize metrics and key performance indicators to ensure high quality, cost effective delivery of medical servicesClient Relationship Building & Engagement:Actively listen to, solicit and address client feedback and suggestions regarding medical study-related activities in order to enhance client satisfactionFollow up satisfaction metrics pertaining to medical activities in assigned studies and propose / execute remediation plan in coordination with line manager and Project Leader in case of client tegrate and put client interest and need first to build trust and demonstrate credibility, reliability, intimacy, and confidenceBe a point of escalation for issues and arrange for resolution by effective interaction and negotiation with appropriate departments and senior leadership.Drive continuous improvements in meeting client expectations.Business Development: Autonomously support Business Development as a core priority while adequately balancing time devoted to this activity with billable line with business development objectives, meet and attend phone conferences with clients to communicate and detail Parexel medical expertise and experience in a therapeutic area or in an indication.Provide medical expertise / leadership in Proposal Development Teams (PDTs) for client bid pursuit meetingsAttend preparation meeting and Bid pursuit meetings as requiredProvide support for marketing activities as requested.Share sponsor insights and experiences (strategy, history, culture, priorities etc.) with peer and proposal teamsWith the Section Head, develop a vision and make recommendations within own area of expertise to develop the size of Parexel activities in this areaCoach and mentor junior team members on effective collaboration with clients as appropriateMedical Expertise:Work with Section Head to develop expertise in therapeutic area, including training of internal colleaguesProvide senior/advanced medical expertise across multiple channels and interactions such as:Consultancy on protocol development or drug development programMedical review of various documents, which might be audited by clients and regulatory agenciesWrite clear, concise medical documents including complex and strategic mattersInitiate and participate in activities to raise, coordinate and promote Parexel medical expertise both internally and externally including but not limited to internal therapeutic area meetings, training modules development, white papers, slide sets, publications etc.Support patient centricity, diversity and inclusion in all projectsDepartmental and Team Leadership, where applicable:Participate as requested in internal initiatives aiming at improving Parexel and GMS operational modelContribute to the development of departmental capabilities including procedures and technologyActively work with Section Heads to ensure development and performance of self and teamCreate a culture of continuous improvement and lead team through change to deliver desired outcomesSupport timely assignment of MD to proposals, projects and studiesManage the team members according to Parexel tools, guidelines and proceduresGuide, energize, motivate and coach team members to perform at the top of their abilities, in line with Parexel values and their organizational and personal career goalsSupport talent development of team and create environment and opportunities for each team member to thriveMentor/Manage team through clear and specific definition of accountabilities and expectations, assigning task/projects based on competencies and skills and helping staff to prioritize workload:to maintain adequate billability rate and efficient ratio between workload and personal life according to local guidelinesto provide efficient support to BD activities including request for proposals, participation in bid pursuit meetings, capability meetings etc.Skills:Excellent interpersonal skills including the ability to interact well with sponsor/client counterparts, internal colleagues and to manage and mentor staffClient-focused approach to workExcellent verbal and written medical and business communication skillsExcellent standard of written and spoken EnglishExcellent problem solving, risk assessment and decision-making skills at the department and enterprise level with the ability to analyze business needs and act decisivelyA flexible attitude with respect to work assignments and new learningExcellent time management skillsAbility to manage multiple and varied tasks with enthusiasm and prioritize workload with attention to detailWillingness to work in a matrix environment and to value the importance of teamworkKnowledge and Experience:Experience in clinical medicine (general or specialist qualifications) with a specialty in a therapeutic area, which is expected to be kept up to dateA strong background in clinical aspects of drug development, including all aspects of Medical Monitoring and study design/executionExcellent knowledge of the drug development process including drug safetyClinical practice experienceUnderstanding of the business model of a CROLevel of expertise is recognized internally and by others in the industryExperience in Pharmaceutical Medicine, preferredEducation:Medically qualified in an acknowledged medical school with completion of at least a basic training in clinical medicine (residency, internship)EEO DisclaimerParexel is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected status, which in the US includes race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Created: 2026-02-16