Medical Director

Job Title: Medical Director

Location: Atlanta, GA

Reports To: Chief Medical Officer

About Us

An emerging biotech focused on developing novel biologic therapies to address serious respiratory and inflammatory conditions. Their lead program is aimed at improving outcomes for complex lung disorders, and are actively expanding into additional areas such as chronic respiratory disease, acute pulmonary syndromes, infectious lung conditions, and inflammatory joint disorders.

Our Mission & Culture

Their mission is to advance science that saves lives and improves quality of care for vulnerable patients. They foster a collaborative, patient-focused culture where every team member contributes to meaningful innovation. This company values integrity, scientific rigor, and agility, creating an environment where early-career professionals can grow and make a real impact.

Position Summary

They are seeking an early-career Medical Director (MD) to join their team. This role offers an opportunity to gain hands-on experience in clinical development and operations, supporting the design, execution, and oversight of clinical trials for their lead program and future pipeline assets.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide medical and scientific oversight for clinical trials.
• Collaborate with Clinical Operations, Regulatory, and Safety teams to ensure compliance with GCP and regulatory standards.
• Contribute to protocol development, investigator brochures, and clinical study reports.
• Review and interpret clinical data; assist in safety monitoring and medical review.
• Support interactions with investigators, KOLs, and regulatory authorities.
• Participate in cross-functional team meetings and provide medical input on strategic decisions.

Qualifications

• MD degree (required) with U.S. medical licensure.
• Early-career physician with interest in clinical development; prior industry experience is a plus but not required.
• Strong understanding of respiratory diseases or neonatal care preferred.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work onsite in Atlanta, GA (no relocation package).

Compensation & Benefits

• Base Salary: $200,000 - $240,000
• Bonus: Up to 20% based on performance