Medical Director, Medical Affairs - Neurology- U.S. Remote

Job Title: Medical Director, Medical Affairs - Neurology- U.S. Remote

Job Location: Sacramento, California

Job Location Type: Remote

Job Contract Type: Full-time

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Who we are

We’re a global, midsize CRO that pushes boundaries, innovates and invents because the path to a cure for the world’s most persistent diseases is not paved by those who play it safe. It is built by those who take pioneering, creative approaches and implement them with quality and excellence.

We are Worldwide Clinical Trials, and we are a global team of over 3,500+ experts, bright thinkers, dreamers and doers and, together, we are changing the way the world experiences CROs – in the best possible way.

Our mission is to work with passion and purpose every day to improve lives and we are looking for others who value this same pursuit.

Why Worldwide

We believe everyone plays an important role in making a world of difference for patients and their caregivers. From our hands-on, accessible leaders, to our cohesive and supportive teams, we are committed to enabling professionals from all backgrounds and experiences to succeed. We prioritize cultivating a diverse and inclusive environment that continues to promote collaboration and creativity. We are proud to be a workplace where people thrive by being themselves and are inspired to do their best work every day. Join us!

Make an Impact as a Medical Director, Medical Affairs at Worldwide

As a Medical Director, Medical Affairs, you will play a critical role in the successful delivery of clinical research programs by providing medical oversight, scientific guidance, and clinical expertise across assigned studies.

Your work will help ensure participant safety, support high-quality clinical development, and contribute to meaningful advances in healthcare.

In this role, you will serve as a Medical Monitor for clinical trials, collaborating with cross-functional teams across the organization to provide medical leadership throughout the study lifecycle. You will also contribute to protocol development, medical training, safety review activities, and strategic client interactions.

This is an opportunity to apply your clinical expertise in a global research environment while partnering with internal stakeholders and sponsors to drive successful clinical outcomes.

Where You'll Work

This is a REMOTE role open to candidates based in Remote US. You will collaborate with global teams across multiple time zones.

What You'll Do

• Provide medical oversight and serve as the assigned Medical Monitor for clinical research studies.
• Lead global and pan-regional trials as a Global Lead Medical Monitor, ensuring consistent medical guidance across study teams.
• Review and support the medical management of serious adverse events in collaboration with Medical & Safety teams.
• Deliver protocol-specific and therapeutic area training to project teams to support high-quality study execution.
• Contribute clinical and scientific expertise to study protocols, clinical development programs, research publications, and other medical deliverables.
• Support sponsor engagement and business development activities, including feasibility assessments, proposal development, and client meetings.
• Review and contribute to clinical study reports and other key study documentation.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to ensure successful project delivery, regulatory compliance, and a high level of client satisfaction.
• Mentor and support the development of medical colleagues while maintaining expertise in therapeutic areas and industry developments.

What You'll Bring

• Medical Degree from an accredited institution of medical education.
• At least 2 years of medical monitoring experience within clinical research or a related industry.
• Strong knowledge of GCP, clinical development, safety processes, and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Experience reviewing safety data and supporting serious adverse event assessment and management.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, presentation, organizational, and time management skills.
• Strong computer proficiency, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Access.
• Proficiency in English.
• Valid passport and ability to travel as required.

At Worldwide Clinical Trials, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace by providing transparent compensation.

The salary range for this position is annually (For hourly paid positions, the stated salary range reflects hourly rates):

The salary range provided is intended to give candidates an understanding of potential earnings. Compensation will fall within the provided range, and it not a guarantee of exact salary. The final salary will be determined based on relevant experience, performance, education, and internal equity. In addition to base salary, we offer a competitive benefits package depending on location. We ensure pay equity and transparency and comply with all applicable labor laws. Salary information will be discussed during the interview process, and we encourage candidates to inquire about compensation at any stage.

We love knowing that someone is going to have a better life because of the work we do.

To view our other roles, check out our careers page at Discover a world of difference at Worldwide! For more information on Worldwide, visit or connect with us on LinkedIn.

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