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Medical Director

5+ years
Not Disclosed
10 April 24, 2025
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time Education: MD Skills: Causality Assessment, Clinical SAS Programming, Communication Skills, CPC Certified, GCP guidelines, ICD-10 CM Codes, CPT-Codes, HCPCS Codes, ICD-10 CM, CPT, HCPCS Coding, ICH guidelines, ICSR Case Processing, Interpersonal Skill, Labelling Assessment, MedDRA Coding, Medical Billing, Medical Coding, Medical Terminology, Narrative Writing, Research & Development, Technical Skill, Triage of ICSRs, WHO DD Coding

Job Title: Medical Director/Physician

Location: San Antonio, TX (100% on-site)

About ICON plc:
ICON plc is a global leader in healthcare intelligence and clinical research. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and innovative environment, shaping the future of clinical development. We are seeking a Medical Director to join our team, where you will play a pivotal role in driving medical initiatives, offering expert medical and scientific guidance, and leveraging your therapeutic expertise to inform project development.

Role Summary:
The Medical Director will lead medical initiatives within project teams, guide strategic decision-making, and provide medical expertise in clinical trials. This full-time, on-site position requires 5+ years of practical clinical medical experience and an MD/D.O. degree.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Ensure the safety, well-being, and rights of trial subjects.

  • Act as Principal Investigator or Sub-Investigator, playing an active role in clinical trials (Training and oversight will be provided).

  • Lead a team of physicians, nurses, and technical staff in clinical study design, protocol preparation, and clinical trial procedures.

  • Ensure compliance with study protocols and regulatory requirements (FDA, ICH, GCP).

  • Provide medical education to Clinical Unit staff as appropriate.

  • Support the Business Development team when required.

Qualifications:

  • Medical degree (MD or equivalent), with specialization in a relevant therapeutic area preferred. Texas License required.

  • Minimum of 5 years of practical clinical medical experience.

  • Proven leadership experience in the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry.

  • Strong understanding of regulatory requirements and ethical standards in clinical research.

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, able to represent the department effectively.

  • Ability to provide operational management in the absence of senior management.

Work Arrangement:

  • Full-time, permanent, 100% on-site position in San Antonio, TX.

Compensation & Benefits:

  • Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.

  • A range of health insurance offerings to suit you and your family’s needs.

  • Competitive retirement planning options to maximize savings for the future.

  • Global Employee Assistance Programme (LifeWorks) offering 24/7 access to a network of over 80,000 specialized professionals.

  • Life assurance and country-specific benefits such as:

    • Childcare vouchers

    • Bike-to-work schemes

    • Discounted gym memberships

    • Health assessments

    • Subsidized public transport

Diversity & Inclusion:
ICON is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and accessible environment for all candidates. We ensure equal employment opportunities without discrimination based on race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.