Medical Director - Ophthalmology
Remote · Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain
Job Summary
Medical Director/Ophthalmology position in Fortrea overseeing ophthalmology programs across phases with medical leadership, medical monitoring, protocol and study design input, safety review, and client-facing responsibilities. Ideal candidate will have MD with ophthalmology board certification, 3+ years in drug development/clinical research in ophthalmology, CRO/pharma experience, ability to lead global medical strategy, and ability to engage senior client and external stakeholders; may serve as Global Lead or Program Physician across indications and contribute to BD/proposals, investigator meetings, site initiation, and regulatory deliverables. Remote Europe-based with potential travel to sites; strong written/spoken communication required.
Required Qualifications
- MD Degree with board certification in ophthalmology
- 3+ years of substantial knowledge of drug development and extensive clinical research experience within the pharmaceutical/CRO industry (or as a clinical trial investigator) in Ophthalmology
- Industry experience inclusive of clinical trials medical monitoring experience or other relevant clinical development/trial experience at a CRO, pharmaceutical company, regulatory agency preferred
- Current knowledge of drug development and relevant clinical research experience within the pharmaceutical/industry in Ophthalmology
- Experience supporting ophthalmology clinical studies or programmes
- Experience engaging with Sponsors, investigators, and project teams as a medical monitor or investigator
- Strong communication skills and ability to operate effectively in a global environment
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