Senior Medical Director Clinical Development
Company: GQR
Location: South San Francisco
Posted on: January 5, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Senior Medical Director, Clinical Development
San Francisco Bay Area (On-site 3–4 days/week) Our client, a
clinical-stage biotechnology company advancing next-generation
GPCR-targeted therapeutics, is seeking a Senior Medical Director to
lead strategy and execution across clinical development. This role
will serve as the Clinical Development Lead for a key program,
shaping trial design, guiding cross-functional alignment, and
supporting regulatory interactions. Note: This opportunity is not
with GQR - we are representing the client confidentially. Key
Responsibilities Lead clinical development strategy and program
execution across multiple studies. Design Clinical Development
Plans and oversee protocol development. Provide medical oversight
across early- and late-stage trials. Partner cross-functionally
with clinical operations, regulatory, research, and CMC. Support
regulatory submissions and participate in authority interactions.
Identify safety issues and communicate program risks to leadership.
Mentor clinical development team members. Qualifications MD or
MD/PhD with 5 years in clinical development. Endocrinology
background required . Experience leading cross-functional teams in
biotech or pharma. Expertise in early development, FIH studies, and
late-stage strategy. Strong scientific, regulatory, and
communication skills. Rare disease experience preferred.
Compensation $340,000–$375,000 base competitive package.
Keywords: GQR, San Francisco , Senior Medical Director Clinical Development, Science, Research & Development , South San Francisco, California
