State Licensed Physician Scientist

Job Summary

To support drug policy initiatives, the full-time State Licensed Physician Scientist will provide clinical oversight and scientific direction for rapid evidence reviews of drugs, interpret FDA regulatory information, and translate complex clinical evidence for federal policymakers, with the option to work remotely or from the headquarters in North Carolina.

Key responsibilities

• Serve as a senior clinical lead and scientific advisor for drug policy work, overseeing evidence-related tasks for drug reviews
• Conduct and oversee clinical review and quality control of deliverables, ensuring rigorous methods and timely outputs
• Provide timely clinical consultation to government agencies and support the preparation of clinical materials for meetings and briefings

Required qualifications

• Doctor of Medicine (MD or DO) or equivalent medical degree
• At least 8 years of relevant experience in U.S.-related regulatory science or health policy
• Demonstrated experience with FDA regulations and processes for drugs and/or biologics
• Working knowledge of CMS programs and policies related to drug coverage and payment
• Ability to lead projects and contribute to successful proposals in a fast-paced environment