Chief Medical Officer (Part-time)
EPM Scientific are currently partnered with an early-stage clinical biotech which is advancing a programme in haemato-oncology. They are urgently seeking a Chief Medical Officer, reporting to the CEO, to provide hands-on medical leadership and drive their clinical development efforts forward. See a summary of the role below:
Role Overview:
- Start Date: ASAP
- Location: Fully Remote, USA (consideration for European based candidates)
- Contract Type: Freelance / Consultant - 0.4-0.6 FTE, Indefinite
- Language: English
- Project: Haemato-Oncology (AML)
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide overall medical oversight and strategic direction for the company's clinical programme in AML.
- Support and oversee protocol development for the upcoming clinical trial, ensuring scientific rigour and regulatory alignment.
- Act as the primary medical point of contact for Principal Investigators, fostering strong relationships and facilitating site-level engagement.
- Oversee safety monitoring activities, including review of adverse events and safety data throughout the trial lifecycle.
- Collaborate closely with the CEO and cross-functional teams to drive clinical milestones forward in a hands-on capacity.
- Contribute to interactions with regulatory authorities and support the preparation of key clinical and regulatory documents.
Requirements:
- Medical degree (MD or equivalent) board certification or equivalent training in haematology, oncology, or haemato-oncology not required but beneficial.
- Demonstrated clinical development experience within the biotech or pharmaceutical industry, ideally in early-phase settings.
- Direct experience with AML or haemato-oncology clinical trials is essential, including familiarity with current treatment landscapes and trial design.
- Track record of engaging with Principal Investigators and the broader clinical community in this therapeutic area.
- Comfortable operating in a lean, hands-on environment where flexibility and initiative are critical.
- Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently in a remote setting.
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