Medical Director (Nephrology)

ICON plc

2d • Remote

About The Position

ICON is seeking a Medical Director specializing in Nephrology to join its global Medical Affairs team. The role leads medical affairs delivery across a portfolio, sets standards, and develops the team. It provides strategic medical leadership and expert medical and scientific guidance to project teams throughout project lifecycles, helping guide project development and decision-making. The position may be home based anywhere in the United States or Mexico, with approximately 10% travel as required. Employment is contingent on having the legal right to work in the country where the role is based.

Requirements

• Medical degree (MD or equivalent) with specialization in Nephrology.
• Board certified in Internal Medicine or Nephrology.
• 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%).

Nice To Haves

• Proven track record of medical leadership and consultation within pharmaceutical or biotechnology industries or the CRO space.
• Experience working with Phase II–III studies, either in industry or as an investigator.

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.
• Review medical data on the indication, inclusion and exclusion criteria, and other medical issues to ensure project deliverables are achieved.
• Represent the Medical Affairs Department in business development initiatives, investigator meetings, and project kick-off meetings.
• 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