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Ascendis Pharma, a global biopharmaceutical company, is seeking a Medical Director, Clinical Development to lead drug development efforts in endocrinology and rare diseases. Based in Hellerup, Denmark, you will report to the VP of Clinical Science (US-based) and play a central role in designing, overseeing, and analyzing clinical trials for the company's innovative TransCon® technology platform.
Key responsibilities include:
- Formulating and implementing clinical development plans with medical rigor and relevance
- Designing clinical trials, providing oversight, and supporting site and subject retention
- Serving as Medical Monitor for clinical trials, ensuring study integrity and tracking safety/efficacy data
- Leading teams of medical monitors and study teams
- Developing and completing trial-related documents (protocols, investigator brochures, monitoring plans, clinical study reports, regulatory submissions)
- Analyzing, evaluating, and interpreting clinical data
- Anticipating and solving complex drug development problems
- Contributing to regulatory strategy and clinical submissions
- Collaborating with cross-functional teams (clinical operations, statistics, regulatory affairs, medical affairs, health economics, commercial, finance)
- Cultivating relationships with investigative sites, clinical consultants, and key opinion leaders
- Assisting in portfolio management and commercial activities as needed
- Maintaining knowledge of relevant science, medical information, GCP, and regulatory guidance
You will work in a fast-paced, global environment across multiple time zones and may be required to attend evening meetings and travel 20-30 days per year.
Qualifications and Requirements:
- M.D. degree required; Ph.D. degree preferred
- Hands-on experience treating patients
- At least 5-7 years of industry experience in clinical development (post-graduate clinical/academic experience may be considered case-by-case)
- Strong track record of scientific and clinical inquiry
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Sound judgment in handling complex, confidential, and regulated information
- Ability to learn quickly in fast-paced environments
- Proven ability to take ownership, lead by example, and collaborate effectively
- Comfortable managing complex instructions, multiple priorities, and maintaining high accuracy and attention to detail
