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A Medical Director job at Parexel shapes the future of healthcare 

Make a profound impact on patient lives worldwide. Drive innovation in global healthcare and shape the future of medicine with Parexel's Global Medical Services (GMS). We offer a unique opportunity to leverage your expertise across diverse therapeutic areas and collaborate with leading pharmaceutical and emerging biotech companies to advance clinical research.

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About Global Medical Services at Parexel

Parexel's Global Medical Services provides medical leadership and specialized therapeutic area expertise across our organization. Our structure is aligned around key therapeutic franchises, covering over 20 therapeutic areas.

    General Medicine


    Global Therapeutic Area Head:
    Nancy Kivel, SVP

    Oncology


    Global Therapeutic Area Head:
    Gwyn Bebb, SVP

    Hematology


    Global Therapeutic Area Head:
    Scott Smith, SVP

    Inflammation & Immunology


    Global Therapeutic Area Head:
    Lachy McLean, SVP

    Neuroscience


    Global Therapeutic Area Head:
    Andreas Lysandropoulos, SVP

    Infectious Disease & Vaccines


    Global Therapeutic Area Head:
    Anne Kasmar, SVP


    Three cross-therapeutic initiative areas further ensure we remain at the cutting edge of medical research, and provide additional development opportunities across Parexel.

      Cell & Gene


      Global Centers of Excellence Head:
      Chris Learn, SVP

      Rare Diseases


      Global Centers of Excellence Head:
      Rachel Smith, Executive Director

      Endocrinology


      Global Therapeutic Area Head:
      Shipra Patel

      What Our Therapeutic Area Heads Say

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      The role of a Medical Director

      The role of a Medical Director at Parexel is characterized by its diversity and constant engagement. Each day brings new challenges, spanning various medical indications, addressing unique patient needs, and collaborating with a wide range of professionals.

      This dynamic and stimulating nature of the Medical Director position stems from its two primary aspects:

      Medical Monitoring:

      • Overseeing study safety and efficacy, including adverse event evaluation
      • Preparing and reviewing critical documentation for sponsors and regulatory authorities
      • Advising on patient safety, recruitment, and engagement across therapeutic areas

      Study Strategy and Preparation:

      • Providing strategic input on study design, including endpoints, protocols, and patient populations
      • Collaborating with diverse experts to optimize clinical trial strategies
      • Contributing insights to business development and thought leadership initiatives

      6 Reasons why Medical Directors choose Parexel

      Patient-Centric Approach

      At Parexel, we keep patients at the heart of everything we do. Our patient-first philosophy drives every decision. We actively engage with patients through advisory councils, surveys, and direct interactions, ensuring clinical trials are scientifically sound, ethical, and focused on improving patient outcomes. As a medical director, you'll maintain your commitment to patient care on a broader scale.

      Diverse Global Experience

      Contribute to groundbreaking research across multiple therapeutic areas, collaborating with top pharma, biotech, and academic partners. Address global health challenges, including rare diseases and novel therapies. The variety of projects – from initial development strategy brainstorming to monitoring clinical trials – provides diverse experience equivalent to years in traditional pharma.

      Professional Development

      Benefit from continuous learning opportunities, including scientific conferences, internal and external expert training, and on-the-job learning through exposure to diverse projects and colleagues. Parexel supports your growth within the medical organization, as well as other departments like business development or integrated solution strategy. Shape your career path according to your interests and ambitions.

      Collaborative Culture

      Join a global team of experts, fostering knowledge sharing and professional growth. Benefit from diverse therapeutic backgrounds and a multicultural environment that encourages open communication and collaboration. Learn from colleagues across different departments and specialties, continually expanding your skills and knowledge.

      Flexible Work Environment

      At Parexel, we understand the importance of work-life integration for medical professionals. We offer flexible work arrangements, including remote options, that empower you to excel both professionally and personally. You'll have the opportunity to contribute your medical expertise under a more predictable schedule while still making a significant impact on patient care through drug development.

      Balancing Science and Strategy

      As a Medical Director, you'll deliver expert scientific guidance while safeguarding patient well-being. You'll collaborate with a cross-functional team to innovate study designs, striking the perfect balance between scientific rigor and operational efficiency. This approach not only drives Parexel's business success but also fulfills our core mission of bringing life-changing therapies to patients.

      Patients first at Parexel

      Stacy Hurt

      Chief Patient Officer

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      Partnering with the patient community

      Our ESG 2023 report shares updates about our patient initiatives, including Patient Advocacy Groups and Patient Advisory Councils.

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      What Our Team Says

      Irina

      Senior Medical Director (Ireland)
      “The Medical team at Parexel is a group of wonderful people and highly skilled professionals. There is a good team atmosphere and support from senior colleagues. Working closely with other functions we share expertise and grow together.”

      Maria

      Medical Director (USA)
      “What I appreciate most are the ongoing learning opportunities through department-wide journal clubs and self-directed learning. Additionally, my line manager’s commitment to my growth and support is unparalleled, allowing me to perform my best on all my studies.”

      Josh

      Medical Director (USA)
      “I enjoy the intellectual engagement and scientific challenges this job offers, while still providing the flexibility and work-life balance I was seeking.”

      Potential Career Path

      Parexel offers career paths for Medical Doctors to advance within the medical organization. At each level, you'll be exposed to new challenges to prepare you for the next step. There's always room to grow and take on more responsibility.

      • Start as a Medical Director working on various studies and indications.
      • Progress to Senior Medical Director with more strategic projects.
      • Move up to Executive Medical Director.
      • Become a Therapeutic Area Section Head, leading a team for a specific disease area.
      • Advance to Global Therapeutic Area Head (e.g. Neuroscience, Oncology), joining the senior medical leadership.
      • Potentially become Chief Medical Officer, helping set the strategic direction of the entire organization.

      If curious and open, Medical Directors can also transition to other parts of the business. For example:

      • Business Development
      • Integrated Solution Strategy

       

      Illustrated Career path: Medical Director, Senior Medical Director, Executive Medical Director, Therapeutic Area Section Head, Global Therapeutic Area Head, Chief Medical Officer

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