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Medical Director (Cardiology)

ICON plc•Raleigh, NC
•Remote

About The Position

As a Medical Director (Cardiology) at ICON, you will drive medical initiatives within project teams, guide strategic direction and decision-making, and provide expert medical and scientific guidance informed by therapeutic expertise. You will lead medical affairs delivery across your portfolio, set standards, and develop your team. The role is remote in the US. Travel may be required as needed, approximately 10–15%. Employment with ICON is contingent upon having the legal right to work in the country where the role is based.

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.

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What This Job Offers

Job Type

Full-time

Career Level

Director

Education Level

Ph.D. or professional degree

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