Welcome Back

Google icon Sign in with Google
OR
I agree to abide by Pharmadaily Terms of Service and its Privacy Policy

Create Account

Google icon Sign up with Google
OR
By signing up, you agree to our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy
Instagram
youtube
Facebook

Senior Medical Director/Psychiatrist

10-15 years
Not Disclosed
10 Dec. 10, 2025
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time Education: B.Sc./ M.Sc./ M.Pharm/ B.Pharm/ Life Sciences 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

Senior Medical Director / Psychiatrist

Location: Miami, Florida, USA
Job ID: 25101937
Industry: Biopharmaceutical | Clinical Development
Experience Required: Minimum 10–15 years in clinical research, drug development, or medical oversight, including board certification in Psychiatry and proven leadership experience.


About the Role

Syneos Health is seeking a highly experienced Senior Medical Director / Psychiatrist to provide strategic medical oversight for clinical studies across multiple therapeutic areas, with a primary focus on psychiatric and neurological research. This senior-level role is responsible for ensuring scientific integrity, subject safety, and clinical excellence across assigned programs.

This position requires extensive experience in clinical research, medical monitoring, protocol development, and cross-functional medical leadership within a global biopharmaceutical environment.


Key Responsibilities

  • Serve as Primary Medical Monitor for assigned clinical studies, ensuring safety oversight and providing expert medical guidance to internal teams and clients.

  • Deliver medical expertise in support of the Drug Safety and Pharmacovigilance function.

  • Lead and contribute to protocol development, protocol amendments, medical review planning, and clinical study design.

  • Provide medical and therapeutic training for project teams, clinical site staff, and customer stakeholders.

  • Support Study Start-Up, Feasibility, Site Identification, and review of informed consent forms and subject-facing documents.

  • Contribute to the development of data collection tools, monitoring plans, and analysis strategies.

  • Guide Medical Scientists and Medical Directors in the review of clinical data, identifying trends and potential risks.

  • Provide after-hours medical coverage for ongoing clinical studies.

  • Maintain strong knowledge of global regulatory requirements, FDA/EMA guidelines, and ICH-GCP standards.

  • Lead medical strategy discussions in RFPs, RFIs, and Bid Defense Meetings.

  • Collaborate with internal teams and clients on regulatory submissions, development plans, and scientific communication.

  • Represent the organization at scientific and industry meetings; contribute to publications as needed.

  • Mentor and support team members to ensure compliance with high standards of medical and research practice.

  • Perform line management responsibilities as assigned.


Required Experience & Qualifications

  • Medical Degree (MD/DO) with Board Certification in Psychiatry (mandatory).

  • 10–15 years of clinical research, medical monitoring, or drug development experience.

  • Strong understanding of global regulatory requirements (FDA, EMA), ICH-GCP, and clinical development processes.

  • Demonstrated leadership experience managing medical teams or cross-functional clinical teams.

  • Proven expertise in psychiatric therapeutic areas and clinical study oversight.

  • Strong communication, analytical, and decision-making skills.

  • Ability to collaborate effectively with sponsors, investigators, and cross-functional teams.


Compensation

Salary Range:
USD 175,000 – USD 332,000
Actual compensation will vary based on experience, qualifications, and proficiency.


Why Join Syneos Health

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits

  • Company match 401(k)

  • Eligibility for annual bonus or commission

  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan

  • Flexible paid time off and sick leave (subject to state/local regulations)

  • Career development programs and global learning opportunities

  • Inclusive workplace culture focused on diversity and employee well-being


About Syneos Health

With more than 29,000 employees across 110 countries, Syneos Health has contributed to:

  • 94% of all novel FDA-approved drugs

  • 95% of EMA-authorized products

  • Over 200 global studies across 73,000 sites

The organization delivers integrated biopharmaceutical solutions by combining clinical, commercial, and medical expertise.