Jobs in South San Francisco, CA

About the role

Lycia Therapeutics is seeking a Medical Director who will play a critical role in the design, execution, and analysis of clinical trials of clinical stage assets. This position is responsible for driving clinical development activities, ensuring scientific integrity, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to advance innovative therapies through all stages of clinical development.

What you'll bring

• MD/PhD or MD or equivalent advanced degree in life sciences or related field or advanced degree (PhD, PharmD, RN, Master’s) in life sciences.
• Minimum 5–8 years of experience in clinical research or drug development within biotech/pharma settings.
• Proficiency in analyzing and interpreting complex clinical data.
• Excellent communication skills for cross-functional collaboration and external stakeholder engagement.
• Advanced knowledge of clinical trial design methodologies, biostatistics, and regulatory requirements.
• Ability to anticipate risks and develop mitigation strategies during trial execution.
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple priorities.
• Flexible and dynamic interpersonal approach, entrepreneurial by nature, a collaborative team player who works well with physicians, scientists, managers, peers, and staff.
• Creates an environment for open scientific debate, integrates information, and drives to decisions or actions where no process/precedent exists.
• Expertise in allergy, immunology or autoimmune therapeutic areas is highly desirable.
• Strong understanding of drug development processes from preclinical to Phase 2 clinical development is desirable.

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