Head of Medical Monitoring

Job Summary

Leading the global medical monitoring function, the remote Head of Medical Monitoring will provide executive leadership, oversee operational performance, and mentor a large international team while collaborating with senior leadership to drive business growth and ensure high-quality medical oversight across clinical studies.

Key responsibilities

• Establish departmental strategy and drive operational excellence for the Medical Monitoring function across a diverse portfolio of clinical studies
• Lead and develop a large international team of Medical Monitors, creating scalable processes to support team growth and performance
• Partner with senior leadership on business growth initiatives, resource planning, and maintaining accountability for departmental budgets and operational effectiveness

Required qualifications

• MD strongly preferred with extensive experience in clinical development programs and medical monitoring within a CRO, biotechnology, or pharmaceutical setting
• Proven experience leading large global teams and managing senior-level medical professionals
• Experience with departmental budgets, resource allocation, operational planning, and P&L responsibilities in a clinical research or life sciences organization
• Executive leadership experience in roles such as VP of Medical Monitoring or similar senior positions
• Oncology expertise preferred, though strong leadership experience in other therapeutic areas will also be considered