Medical Director (Cardiology)

ICON plc • Raleigh, NC

1d • Remote

About The Position

ICON is a global healthcare intelligence and clinical research organisation focused on bringing new medicines and treatments to patients faster. The Medical Director (Cardiology) drives medical initiatives within project teams, guides strategic direction and decision-making, and provides expert medical and scientific guidance informed by therapeutic expertise. The role leads medical affairs delivery across a portfolio, sets standards, and develops the team. It also provides operational oversight within the Medical Affairs Department as needed. The position is remote in the US and may require approximately 10–15% travel.

Requirements

• Medical degree (MD or equivalent) with specialization in Cardiology.
• Board certification in Cardiology from an accredited university.
• Proven track record of medical leadership and consultation within the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industries.
• Strong understanding of regulatory requirements and ethical standards in clinical research.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to represent the department effectively.
• Demonstrated ability to provide operational management in the absence of senior management.
• Willingness to travel as required, approximately 10–15%.
• Legal right to work in the country where the role is based.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic medical leadership and guidance on project teams.
• Offer expert medical and scientific consultation throughout project lifecycles.
• Ensure compliance with ethical, legal, and regulatory standards in medical and safety monitoring activities.
• Represent the Medical Affairs Department in business development initiatives.
• Provide operational oversight within the Medical Affairs Department as needed.
• Lead medical affairs delivery across the portfolio, set standards, and develop the team.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary and performance-related incentives.
• Health and wellbeing programmes, including medical, dental, and vision coverage where applicable.
• Retirement and pension plans.
• Life assurance and disability coverage.
• Employee assistance programmes and wellbeing resources.
• Learning and development opportunities through structured training and career pathways.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree