Medical Strategist leading multidisciplinary teams in clinical trial development and strategy for Syneos Health. Collaborating with clients to provide strategic insights and medical oversight across projects.
Responsibilities
Serve as the medical lead in multidisciplinary teams responding to RFPs, contributing to study design, indication strategy, and operational feasibility assessments.
Provide therapeutic and medical insight during bid defense meetings and client consultations.
Collaborate with business development and operational teams to ensure that proposed solutions align with client goals, budgets, and timelines.
Maintain awareness and share insights on industry pipeline and scientific and business landscape
Lead the development of clinical trial protocols, medical monitoring plans, and other key deliverables.
Ensure the scientific accuracy and regulatory compliance of medical content and clinical strategies.
Provide expert input into therapeutic feasibility analyses, indication assessments, and risk mitigation strategies.
Act as a key point of contact for medical and strategic questions throughout the proposal and trial lifecycle.
Build strong relationships with clients, acting as a trusted advisor and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
Collaborate closely with Clinical Operations, Regulatory Affairs, Biostatistics, and Pharmacovigilance teams.
Bring deep subject matter expertise in at least one therapeutic area (e.g., Oncology, Rare Diseases, CNS, Infectious Diseases).
Stay abreast of medical and regulatory developments that impact clinical trial design and execution.
Champion the integration of innovative technologies and methodologies (e.g., decentralized trials, adaptive design, digital biomarkers).
Contribute to white papers, conference presentations, and publications representing the CRO’s thought leadership.
Provide comprehensive input on proposals budgets and strategic planning to ensure alignment with therapeutic goals.
Requirements
Medical degree (MD, DO, or equivalent); additional training (PhD, MPH, MBA) is advantageous.
8–12 years of relevant experience in clinical research, with at least 5 years in a CRO or client-facing strategic role.
Strong knowledge of ICH-GCP guidelines, clinical trial design, and global regulatory requirements.
Demonstrated experience in therapeutic strategy, protocol development, and medical review.
Proven ability to collaborate effectively with business development teams and present to clients.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to simplify complex scientific information for diverse audiences.
Demonstrated ability to understand customer needs, have difficult conversations with internal and external stakeholders and customers, negotiate solutions and understand impacts on the overall offering
Advanced business acumen, innovative and strategic thinking alongside confidence with financial considerations, excellent negotiation and influencing skills, and comfort working in both sales and operational environments
Excellent interpersonal skills; ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders
Fluency in written and spoken English is essential.
Travel up to 50% may be required.
Benefits
company car or car allowance
Health benefits to include Medical, Dental and Vision
Company match 401k
eligibility to participate in Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Eligibility to earn commissions/bonus based on company and individual performance
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