Medical Director (m/f/x)

Immunic AG

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About The Position

We are looking for an experienced and strategic Medical Director (m/f/x) to provide medical leadership for a mature global Phase 3 program in relapsing Multiple Sclerosis. In this role, you will combine deep strategic understanding of MS clinical outcomes with hands‑on medical monitoring expertise to support the successful execution of a registrational study, evaluating safety and efficacy.

Requirements

• Medical Degree (MD), ideally with training or clinical background in neurology, or advanced degree in science or related field.
• 3-5+ years of experience in biotech or pharma industry or in academic clinical research within late-stage trials.
• Previous involvement in Phase 3 clinical trials is required.
• Expertise in Multiple Sclerosis, with scientific understanding of disease mechanisms and clinical development pathways of advantage.
• Solid knowledge of Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and international regulatory requirements (FDA, EMA).
• Experience in assesing risks, opportunities, and implications in late-stage drug development.
• Ability to lead and collaborate effectively in cross-functional and matrix team structures.
• Excellent communication skills and a strategic mindset.
• Native-level English proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Clinical Strategy & Leadership: Lead the unblinding, data review, and readout of two Phase 3 clinical trials in relapsing MS, including comprehensive data analysis and interpretation. Provide medical leadership for Clinical Study Reports.
• Regulatory Interactions: Support and participate in pre‑NDA regulatory activities (FDA, EMA), ensuring clear communication of clinical outcomes and study rationale.
• Scientific Expertise & External Engagement: Collaborate closely with the medical advisory board and key investigators, and represent the program at scientific and medical conferences.
• Cross‑Functional Collaboration: Work with our NDA preparation team to shape key messages, clinical summaries, and data presentations across NDA modules.
• Data Interpretation: Evaluate high‑level Phase 3 results to support global registration, reimbursement strategies, and scientific publications.
• Medical Trial Oversight: Provide hands‑on medical monitoring for the ongoing Phase 3 trial, including review activities during data cleaning.
• Pharmacovigilance Support: Partner with the Pharmacovigilance team on medical assessment of safety cases, including review and preparation of narratives for serious adverse events (SAEs).
• Leadership in Regulatory Interactions: Serve as a medical leader in planned interactions with regulatory authorities, ensuring alignment on clinical evidence and program strategy.

Benefits

• A permanent position in an international and highly motivated team.
• A dynamic, flexible and innovative working environment.
• Participation in our company’s success through our stock option program.
• Competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits and opportunities for professional growth.
• Further benefits that promote our employee’s health and well-being: Wellpass, OpenUp, and more.

What This Job Offers

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