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Senior Medical Director - Psychiatrist - Remote Based

0-2 years
Not Disclosed
10 Nov. 12, 2025
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time Education: B.Sc/M.Sc/M.Pharma/B.Pharma/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

Job Title: Senior Medical Director – Psychiatrist (Remote-Based)

Location: USA – MS – Remote
Job ID: 25102573
Updated: October 14, 2025


Company Overview

Syneos Health® is a fully integrated biopharmaceutical solutions organization, dedicated to accelerating customer success. We combine clinical, medical affairs, and commercial insights to deliver results that address modern market realities.

  • Operates across 110 countries with 29,000 employees.

  • Known for supporting 94% of novel FDA-approved drugs and 95% of EMA-authorized products in the past 5 years.

  • Focus on patient-centered, simplified, and streamlined clinical development.

  • Promotes diversity, equity, inclusion, and a “Total Self” culture where employees can authentically be themselves.

Learn more: Syneos Health


Why Work Here

  • Career development and progression opportunities

  • Supportive line management and peer recognition

  • Technical and therapeutic area training

  • Total rewards program including bonuses, commissions, and Employee Stock Purchase Plan

  • Flexible Paid Time Off (PTO) and sick leave (state-dependent)

  • Health benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision

  • Company car or car allowance (as applicable)


Job Summary

The Senior Medical Director – Psychiatrist provides medical oversight for assigned clinical studies, ensuring subject safety and scientific integrity. The role involves therapeutic area consultation, mentoring staff, and leading medical monitoring efforts.


Key Responsibilities

Medical Oversight & Study Management

  • Serve as primary medical contact for assigned clinical studies.

  • Provide input for Drug Safety and Pharmacovigilance activities.

  • Design and review study protocols and amendments.

  • Offer medical input on study start-up, feasibility, and subject identification.

  • Review Informed Consent Templates and Subject-Facing Materials.

Data & Safety Monitoring

  • Oversee data collection tools, monitoring plans, and analysis plans.

  • Review clinical data for trends, risks, and safety issues.

  • Provide mitigation strategies to minimize risks to subjects or data integrity.

  • Provide after-hours coverage as needed.

Training & Mentoring

  • Deliver project-specific and therapeutic training to internal teams and clinical sites.

  • Mentor staff on treatment principles and research best practices.

Regulatory & Compliance

  • Maintain in-depth knowledge of FDA, international regulations, and ICH GCP guidelines.

  • Contribute to Requests for Proposals (RFPs), Bid Defense Meetings (BDMs), and Requests for Information (RFIs).

  • Support development of clinical development plans and regulatory submissions.

Leadership & Collaboration

  • Lead medical responses and represent the company at scientific/industry meetings.

  • Supervise and mentor Medical Scientists and Medical Directors as required.

  • Perform line management duties as needed.


Qualifications

  • Medical degree (MD/DO) with specialization in Psychiatry.

  • Extensive experience in clinical study oversight and pharmacovigilance.

  • Knowledge of regulatory and GCP guidelines.

  • Strong leadership, mentorship, and communication skills.

  • Experience in protocol design, study start-up, and medical monitoring.


Additional Information

  • This posting may represent a potential future opportunity. Expressing interest adds you to the talent pipeline.

  • Tasks, responsibilities, and qualifications are not exhaustive; equivalent experience may be considered.

  • The company complies with ADA regulations and offers reasonable accommodations.


Salary Range

  • Base salary range reflects anticipated low and high range for this position.

  • Actual salary may vary depending on candidate qualifications and experience.


How to Apply

  • Apply Now to join the Syneos Health Talent Network or express interest in this role.