Title: Senior Medical Director / Principal Investigator Clinical Research
Location: On-site, Austin, Texas 78738
Employment Type: Full-time, W-2
Hours: Monday - Friday, 8 AM - 5 PM
About the Role
Medix is seeking an experienced Senior Medical Director (SMD) to lead clinical research programs and provide strategic medical leadership across multiple therapeutic areas. This role is ideal for a research-driven physician passionate about advancing clinical innovation and improving patient outcomes through evidence-based medicine.
As the Senior Medical Director, you ll serve as a Principal or Sub-Investigator, oversee study execution, ensure regulatory compliance, and mentor junior investigators. You ll also collaborate with sponsors, CROs, and community partners to drive clinical trial success and organizational growth.
Key Responsibilities
- Serve as Principal Investigator (PI) or Sub-Investigator (Sub-I) for clinical trials conducted at our Clinical Research Center.
- Ensure participant safety and data integrity in compliance with GCP/HSP guidelines.
- Collaborate with leadership to identify new research programs and therapeutic areas.
- Build and maintain partnerships with community physicians and organizations to support patient recruitment and enrollment.
- Review protocols, assess study feasibility, and provide clinical oversight during execution.
- Mentor and train clinical staff and investigators on study protocols and therapeutic areas.
- Participate in strategic discussions shaping the research center s future direction.
- Maintain clinical expertise in adult chronic disease management.
Qualifications
- MD or DO degree from an accredited U.S. medical school.
- Active medical license and board certification required.
- Minimum 8 years of experience in U.S. community healthcare, including chronic disease management.
- At least 2 years of experience in FDA clinical research as a Principal or Sub-Investigator.
- Experience as a PI on GLP-1 studies lasting 12 months or longer preferred but not required
- Strong leadership, communication, and analytical skills.
Apply today to learn more about this Senior Medical Director role or explore other opportunities in clinical research with Medix!
