8 Medical Director jobs in India

Job Title: Medical Director

Location: Chennai

Experience: 15+ years

Reports To: CEO

Qualification: NMC (National Medical Council) recognized Oncology Radiation / Surgical Clinician / Doctor

Target Organizations: Hospitals | NGOs | Charitable Organizations

Role Overview:

We are seeking a visionary Medical Director to lead our healthcare operations in Chennai. The ideal candidate will bring strong clinical expertise, strategic thinking, and leadership experience in oncology care, ensuring excellence in patient treatment, hospital operations, and medical team management.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage all medical and clinical functions of the organization.
• Provide strategic direction for oncology care, surgical programs, and patient management.
• Ensure compliance with NMC guidelines and maintain high standards of clinical governance.
• Mentor, guide, and evaluate medical staff to ensure continuous professional development.
• Collaborate with the CEO and management team on organizational strategy, growth, and operational excellence.
• Drive quality initiatives, patient safety, and clinical best practices.
• Build relationships with partner hospitals, NGOs, and charitable organizations for collaborative programs.
• Oversee budgeting, resource allocation, and performance metrics for medical departments.

Key Skills & Competencies:

• Proven leadership experience in a senior medical role (Medical Director, Chief Medical Officer, or equivalent).
• Strong expertise in oncology , surgical procedures, and clinical care management.
• Excellent decision-making, problem-solving, and strategic planning abilities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for effective interaction with teams, patients, and stakeholders.
• Ability to work in multi-disciplinary teams and with NGOs/charitable organizations.

Why Join Us:

• Lead a purpose-driven healthcare organization making a real impact.
• Opportunity to shape clinical strategy and improve patient care standards.
• Competitive compensation and leadership-level responsibility.

By clicking the "Apply" button, I understand that my employment application process with Takeda will commence and that the information I provide in my application will be processed in line with Takeda's Privacy Notice and Terms of Use . I further attest that all information I submit in my employment application is true to the best of my knowledge.
**Job Description**
**_Objective / Purpose:_**
+ **_Lead and strengthen OTAU R&D capabilities in India_** _to maximize the value for accelerating global innovation and efficiency, in alignment with global OTAU R&D goals._
+ **_Ensure effective oncology operations in India_** _by leveraging local opportunities and overseeing all OTAU Clinical Science activities in India. Be accountable for speed and quality in collaboration with the global OTAU team and if appropriate OTAU-China, OTAU-Japan and other global R&D functions._
+ **_Partner with ISEA and India LOC leaders_** _to enhance enterprise-level efforts for accelerating global clinical trials._
**_Accountabilities:_**
**Lead India R&D Strategy and Execution**
+ Work closely with OTAU GPTs a and Global R&D functions to optimize integrated India development strategy for pipeline assets
+ Monitor overall country performance and support country focused oncology activities e.g. feasibility and site selections to deliver country operational milestones
+ Serve as the internal expert on India's clinical development to inform global development strategy. Collaborate closely with India LOC to execute One Oncology strategy in India including tapping into local expertise and community networks
+ Collaborate and work closely with Oncology GPTs, the Global R&D team and regional teams, as appropriate, for each asset or indications under the remit
+ Engage study investigators to maintain strong interest and focus on Takeda's oncology clinical trials
+ Proactively build and maintain strong investigator networks in India to support current and future trials across Takeda's oncology portfolio in both solid tumors and hematologic malignancies and proactively share with the OTAU and Global teams
+ Build and scale global clinical trial capabilities in India as a key market in collaboration with LOC, Region and Global teams to accelerate Takeda innovation and boost efficiency
**Clinical Development team participation and leadership**
+ Leads the Development Team in India for assigned compounds. In some cases may lead clinical directors or clinical scientist(s) responsible for leading this team with an emphasis on proactively identifying contingencies, risks, and mitigation strategies.
+ Directs Development Team strategy and deliverables overseeing the Development Strategy, Clinical Development Plan and Clinical Protocols in India. Recommends scope, complexity and size, which influence the budget of all aspects of a program. Provides continual critical and constructive evaluation of the development strategy to maintain a state-of-the-art development plan that is competitive and consistent with the latest regulatory requirements, proactive identification of challenges, and development of contingency plans to meet them.
+ Responsible for high impact India specific decisions: monitoring and interpreting data from ongoing internal and external studies, assessing the medical and scientific implications and making recommendations that impact regional and global development such as "go/no go" decisions or modification of development plans or study designs that may have a significant impact on timelines or product labeling. Plans clinical development strategies in context of medical/clinical significance considering how a given product will fit in with current treatments, standard of care, and unmet medical need.
**C. Synopsis / Protocol Development, Study Execution, & Study Interpretation**
+ _Leads Oncology Clinical Science activities in India, including protocol development, study execution, and data interpretation._
+ _Serves as an advisor to the clinical scientists involved in these activities, and be accountable to senior company management for the successful completion of underlying objectives. For the assigned compounds, accountable for the successful completion of projects undertaken - and for pro-active contingency planning / interventions necessary to ensure achievement of related goals._
+ _Interprets data from an overall scientific standpoint as well as within the context of the medical significance to individual patients._
**Trial Medical Monitoring**
+ _Oversees medical monitoring activities, assessing issues related to protocol conduct and/or individual subject safety. Assesses overall safety information for studies and compounds in conjunction with_ _Pharmacovigilance._
**External Interactions**
+ _Leads KOL and investigator engagement strategies to support development of assigned compounds, and contributes to regulatory strategy in India_
+ _Provides leadership and serves as an advisor to the other clinical physicians and scientists engaged in these activities and, in the context of these responsibilities, will be accountable to senior leadership for the successful completion of related objectives in India._
**Due Diligence, Business Development and Alliance Projects**
+ _Can be assigned to be responsible for identification and evaluation of potential business development opportunities, conducts due diligence evaluations, and development and negotiation of clinical development plans for potential alliances and or in-licensing opportunities, as assigned. As part of a global due diligence team, assesses scientific, medical, and development feasibility, evaluating strategic fit with overall portfolio, evaluating complete or ongoing clinical trials, assessing regulatory interactions and future development plans, interacting with upper management of potential partner/acquisition companies during DD visits and alliance negotiations, and representing clinical science on internal assessment teams in conjunction with BD teams_
+ _As assigned, serves as clinical point of contact for ongoing alliance projects and interfaces with partner to achieve Takeda's strategic goals while striving to maintain good working relationship between Takeda and partner. Provides guidance to clinical scientists who are involved in some of these activities._
**Leadership, Task Force Participation, Upper Management Accountability**
+ _Interacts directly with research division based on pertinent clinical and development expertise and with NPP to provide_ _knowledge/understanding_ _of India market environment. Represents clinical science on high impact/priority task forces across the organization or external to the company._
+ _While currently an individual contributor position, the position may evolve or progress to be responsible in hiring, managing, mentoring, motivating, empowering, developing and retaining staff members to support assigned activities. Drives performance management, career development, and team engagement_
**Lead** **India** **Oncology Clinical Science team**
+ _Build, manage/overs_ _ee_ _and engage the_ _OTAU members in India_
+ _Foster a high-performing team culture with a focus on development, well-being, and alignment with OTAU's mission_
**Serving as Country Matter Expert**
+ _Be a strong advocate for the Takeda ONE Oncology and R&D organizations in_ _India_ _in collaboration with_ _India_ _LOC; serve as local bridge for any future opportunities in engaging_ _India_ _innovation ecosystem_
+ _Point for escalation for resolution of complex country related issues & risk and serve as a site escalation point for oncology investigator concerns_
+ **Lead and develop oncology clinical strategies for India according to business needs as assigned**
**_Education & Competencies:_**
**Education, Experience, Knowledge and Skills:**
+ _MD, combined MD/PhD or internationally recognized equivalent_
+ _Clinical Training in Malignant Hematology and/or Medical Oncology preferred_
+ _Minimum 3 to 5 years of clinical research experience in the pharmaceutical industry, CRO health-related consulting company, or biomedical/clinical experience within academia (or a combination of afore mentioned)._
+ _Minimum of 4 to 5 years of people management experience in a healthcare or life sciences setting is preferred._
+ _Proven success in leading global or regional clinical development teams, including responsibility for multi-regional studies. Experience beyond US/EU is a plus._
+ _Experience with NDA/MAA Submission preferred_
+ _Experience and expertise in clinical trial management and support of marketing authorization in India as required._
+ _Demonstrated ability to lead and manage cross-functional medical, scientific and technical teams_
**Skills**
+ _Superior communication, strategic, interpersonal and negotiating skills_
+ _Ability to anticipate challenges and drive proactive problem-solving_
+ _Ability to drive decision-making within matrixed multi-regional teams_
+ _Diplomacy and positive influencing abilities across diverse cultures_
+ _Solid teamwork, organizational, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills; exercises good judgment with respect to Takeda confidential information and strategies_
+ _Fluent business English (oral and written) and strong medical writing capabilities_
**Knowledge**
+ _Deep understanding of oncology therapeutic areas, including mechanisms of action relevant to assigned compounds._
+ _Strong knowledge of global regulatory and compliance requirements, including but not limited to ICH GCP; awareness of local country requirements is essential._
+ _Familiarity with emerging research trends in designated therapeutic area_
**TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:**
+ _Ability to drive to or fly to various meetings or client sites, including overnight trips. Some international travel may be required._
+ _Requires approximately 15 - 25% travel._
**Locations**
Mumbai, India
**Worker Type**
Employee
**Worker Sub-Type**
Regular
**Time Type**
Full time

By clicking the "Apply" button, I understand that my employment application process with Takeda will commence and that the information I provide in my application will be processed in line with Takeda's Privacy Notice and Terms of Use . I further attest that all information I submit in my employment application is true to the best of my knowledge.
**Job Description**
Are you looking for a patient-focused, innovation-driven company that will inspire you and empower you to shine? Join us as a Senior Medical Director, Clinical Science - Oncology in our Mumbai office.
At Takeda, we are transforming the pharmaceutical industry through our R&D-driven market leadership and being a values-led company. To do this, we empower our people to realize their potential through life-changing work. Certified as a Global Top Employer, we offer stimulating careers, encourage innovation, and strive for excellence in everything we do. We foster an inclusive, collaborative workplace, in which our global teams are united by an unwavering commitment to deliver **_Better Health and a Brighter Future_** to people around the world.
Here, you will be a vital contributor to our inspiring, bold mission.
**Objective / Purpose:** .
+ **Lead and strengthen OTAU R&D capabilities in India** to maximize the value for accelerating global innovation and efficiency, in alignment with global OTAU R&D goals.
+ **Ensure effective oncology operations in India** by leveraging local opportunities and overseeing all OTAU Clinical Science activities in India. Be accountable for speed and quality in collaboration with the global OTAU team and, as appropriate, OTAU-China, OTAU-Japan and other global R&D functions.
+ **Partner with ISEA and India LOC leaders** to enhance enterprise-level efforts for accelerating global clinical trials.
**Accountabilities:**
**Lead India OTAU R&D Strategy and Execution**
+ Work closely with OTAU GPTs and Global R&D functions to optimize integrated India development strategy for pipeline assets.
+ Monitor overall country performance and support country-focused oncology activities e.g. feasibility and site selections to deliver country operational milestones.
+ Serve as the internal expert on India's oncology clinical development environment to inform global development strategy. Collaborate closely with India LOC to execute Enterprise Engagement model in India including tapping into local expertise and community networks.
+ Collaborate and work closely with Oncology GPTs, the Global R&D team and regional teams, as appropriate, for each asset or indications under the remit.
+ Engage study investigators to maintain strong interest and focus on Takeda's oncology clinical trials.
+ Proactively build and maintain strong investigator networks in India to support current and future trials across Takeda's oncology portfolio in both solid tumors and hematologic malignancies and proactively share with the OTAU and Global teams.
+ Build and scale global clinical trial capabilities in India as a key market in collaboration with LOC, Region and Global teams to accelerate Takeda innovation and boost efficiency.
**Clinical Development team participation and leadership**
+ Leads the Development Team in India (US, EU, Japan) for assigned compounds. In some cases may lead clinical directors or clinical scientist(s) responsible for leading this team with an emphasis on proactively identifying contingencies, risks, and mitigation strategies.
+ Directs Development Team strategy and deliverables overseeing the Development Strategy, Clinical Development Plan and Clinical Protocols. Recommends scope, complexity and size, which influence the budget of all aspects of a program. Provides continual critical and constructive evaluation of the development strategy to maintain a state-of-the-art development plan that is competitive and consistent with the latest regulatory requirements, proactive identification of challenges, and development of contingency plans to meet them.
+ Responsible for high impact India specific decisions: monitoring and interpreting data from ongoing internal and external studies, assessing the medical and scientific implications and making recommendations that impact regional and global development such as "go/no go" decisions or modification of development plans or study designs that may have a significant impact on timelines or product labeling. Plans clinical development strategies in context of medical/clinical significance considering how a given product will fit in with current treatments, standard of care, and unmet medical need.
**Synopsis / Protocol Development, Study Execution, & Study Interpretation**
+ Leads Oncology Clinical Science activities in India, including protocol development, study execution, and data interpretation.
+ Serves as an advisor to the clinical scientists involved in these activities, and be accountable to senior company management for the successful completion of underlying objectives. For the assigned compounds, accountable for the successful completion of projects undertaken - and for pro-active contingency planning / interventions necessary to ensure achievement of related goals.
+ Interprets data from an overall scientific standpoint as well as within the context of the medical significance to individual patients.
**Trial Medical Monitoring**
+ Oversees medical monitoring activities, assessing issues related to protocol conduct and/or individual subject safety. Assesses overall safety information for studies and compounds in conjunction with Pharmacovigilance.
**External Interactions**
+ Leads KOL and investigator engagement strategies to support development of assigned compounds, and contributes to regulatory strategy in India.
+ Provides leadership and serves as an advisor to the other clinical physicians and scientists engaged in these activities and, in the context of these responsibilities, will be accountable to senior leadership for the successful completion of related objectives in India.
**Due Diligence, Business Development and Alliance Projects**
+ Responsible for identification and evaluation of potential business development opportunities, conducts due diligence evaluations, and development and negotiation of clinical development plans for potential alliances and or in-licensing opportunities, as assigned. As part of a global due diligence team, assesses scientific, medical, and development feasibility, evaluating strategic fit with overall portfolio, evaluating complete or ongoing clinical trials, assessing regulatory interactions and future development plans, interacting with upper management of potential partner/acquisition companies during DD visits and alliance negotiations, and representing clinical science on internal assessment teams in conjunction with BD teams
+ As assigned, serves as clinical point of contact for ongoing alliance projects and interfaces with partner to achieve Takeda's strategic goals while striving to maintain good working relationship between Takeda and partner. Provides guidance to clinical scientists who are involved in some of these activities.
**Leadership, Task Force Participation, Upper Management Accountability**
+ Interacts directly with research division based on pertinent clinical and development expertise and with NPP to provide knowledge/understanding of India market environment. Represents clinical science on high impact/priority task forces across the organization or external to the company.
+ Hires, manages, mentors, motivates, empowers, develops and retains staff to support assigned activities. Drives performance management, career development, and team engagement.
**Lead India Oncology Clinical Science team**
+ Build, manage/oversee and engage the India R&D members.
+ Foster a high-performing team culture with a focus on development, well-being, and alignment with OTAU's mission.
**Serving as Country Matter Expert**
+ Be a strong advocate for the Takeda ONE Oncology and R&D organizations in India in collaboration with India LOC; serve as local bridge for any future opportunities in engaging India innovation ecosystem.
+ Point for escalation for resolution of complex country related issues & risk and serve as a site escalation point for oncology investigator concerns.
+ Lead and develop oncology clinical strategies for India according to business needs as assigne **d**
**Education & Competencies :**
**Education, Experience, Knowledge and Skills:**
+ MD, combined MD/PhD or internationally recognized equivalent.
+ Clinical Training in Malignant Hematology and/or Medical Oncology preferred.
+ Minimum 5 to 7 years of clinical research experience in the pharmaceutical industry, CRO health-related consulting company, or biomedical/clinical experience within academia (or a combination of aforementioned).
+ Minimum of 4 to 5 years of people management experience in a healthcare or life sciences setting.
+ Proven success in leading global or regional clinical development teams, including responsibility for multi-regional studies. Experience beyond US/EU is a plus.
+ Experience with NDA/MAA Submission preferred.
+ Demonstrated ability to lead and manage cross-functional medical, scientific and technical teams.
+ Superior communication, strategic, interpersonal and negotiating skills
+ Ability to anticipate challenges and drive proactive problem-solving
+ Ability to drive decision-making within matrixed multi-regional teams
+ Diplomacy and positive influencing abilities across diverse cultures
+ Solid teamwork, organizational, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills; exercises good judgment with respect to Takeda confidential information and strategies
+ Fluent business English (oral and written) and strong medical writing capabilities
+ Deep understanding of oncology therapeutic areas, including mechanisms of action relevant to assigned compounds.
+ Strong knowledge of global regulatory and compliance requirements, including but not limited to ICH GCP; awareness of local country requirements is essential.
+ Familiarity with emerging research trends in designated therapeutic area
**TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:**
+ Ability to drive to or fly to various meetings or client sites, including overnight trips. Some international travel may be required.
+ Requires approximately 15 - 25% travel.
Takeda is proud in its commitment to creating a diverse workforce and providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, parental status, national origin, age, disability, citizenship status, genetic information or characteristics, marital status, status as a Vietnam era veteran, special disabled veteran, or other protected veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws, and any other characteristic protected by law
This position is currently classified as "hybrid" in accordance with Takeda's Hybrid and Remote Work policy.
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**Locations**
Mumbai, India
**Worker Type**
Employee
**Worker Sub-Type**
Regular
**Time Type**
Full time

Job Overview
Provide medical expertise on pharmacovigilance services to divisions as requested. The Associate Medical Safety Director participates in all aspects of Medical Safety's involvement on assigned trials and stand alone safety projects with appropriate oversight from management or more senior medical safety directors.
Essential Functions
- Perform medical review and clarification of trial-related Adverse Events (AEs) and post-marketing adverse drug reactions (ADRs) including narrative content, queries, coding, expectedness, seriousness, causality and company summary
- Compose, edit and medically review Analyses of Similar Events (AOSE) for expedited cases as appropriate based on regulatory requirements
- Serve as an internal consultant to pharmacovigilance case processing teams on projects being supported
- Provide aggregate reviews of safety information, including clinical data, to maintain oversight of a product's safety profile
- Provide coding review of AEs, Past medical history, Concomitant medications or other medical data listings to verify and medically vet clinical data
- Represent safety and clinical data review findings during client meetings
- Provide medical review and edits to IND Annual Reports, EU Periodic Benefit Risk Evaluation Reports, EU Periodic Safety Update Reports, EU Development Safety Update Reports, US Periodic Reports
- Provide medical review and edits of Development Risk Management Plans, EU Risk Management Plans or US Risk Evaluation and Mitigation Strategies
- Provide medical oversight for label development, review and change
- Provide medical support and attendance at Data Safety Monitoring Board Meetings
- Attends and contributes medical safety evaluation on Safety Monitoring Committees
- Provide medical safety contributions to the Integrated Safety Summary or Common Technical Document
- Provide medical review and edits to Drug Safety Reports or other benefit-risk assessments
- Review and sign off on both the Project Safety Plan and the Medical Monitoring Plan per medical safety scope agreed in contract
- Perform Medical Safety review of the protocol, Investigative Drug Brochure (IDB), and/or Case Report Forms (CRFs) for appropriate safety content and data capture.
- Act as Global Safety Physician or Assistant or Back-up on projects as assigned
- Attend project meetings, medical safety team meetings, and client meetings as requested
- Ensure coverage for all medical safety deliverables within regulatory or contracted timelines
- Provide medical escalation support for medical information projects
- Provide medical escalation support for EU Qualified Persons for Pharmacovigilance projects
- 24 hour medical support as required on assigned projects
- Maintain awareness of medical-safety-regulatory industry developments
Qualifications
- Other A medical degree from an accredited and internationally recognized medical school with a curriculum relevant to general medical education Req
- Three (3) years of clinical practice experience (e.g graduate medical training) with two (2) additional years in the pharmaceutical or associated industry in any role. Or equivalent combination of education, training and experience Req
- Knowledge of applicable federal and local regulations and guidelines pertaining to clinical research including knowledge of regulations and guidelines pertaining to safety and good clinical practice
- Knowledge of clinical trials and pharmaceutical research process
- Ability to establish and meet priorities, deadlines, and objectives.
- Skills in providing consultation and advice on multiple assignments required, as well as initiative and flexibility
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, managers and clients
- A valid medical license, or equivalent, from the country or region in which he/she resides and works Pref
IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create intelligent connections to accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments to help improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide. Learn more at is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create connections that accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments. Everything we do is part of a journey to improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide.
To get there, we seek out diverse talent with curious minds and a relentless commitment to innovation and impact. No matter your role, everyone at IQVIA contributes to our shared goal of helping customers improve the lives of patients everywhere. Thank you for your interest in growing your career with us.
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Job Overview
Provide medical expertise on pharmacovigilance services to divisions as requested. The Associate Medical Safety Director participates in all aspects of Medical Safety's involvement on assigned trials and stand alone safety projects with appropriate oversight from management or more senior medical safety directors.
Essential Functions
- Perform medical review and clarification of trial-related Adverse Events (AEs) and post-marketing adverse drug reactions (ADRs) including narrative content, queries, coding, expectedness, seriousness, causality and company summary
- Compose, edit and medically review Analyses of Similar Events (AOSE) for expedited cases as appropriate based on regulatory requirements
- Serve as an internal consultant to pharmacovigilance case processing teams on projects being supported
- Provide aggregate reviews of safety information, including clinical data, to maintain oversight of a product's safety profile
- Provide coding review of AEs, Past medical history, Concomitant medications or other medical data listings to verify and medically vet clinical data
- Represent safety and clinical data review findings during client meetings
- Provide medical review and edits to IND Annual Reports, EU Periodic Benefit Risk Evaluation Reports, EU Periodic Safety Update Reports, EU Development Safety Update Reports, US Periodic Reports
- Provide medical review and edits of Development Risk Management Plans, EU Risk Management Plans or US Risk Evaluation and Mitigation Strategies
- Provide medical oversight for label development, review and change
- Provide medical support and attendance at Data Safety Monitoring Board Meetings
- Attends and contributes medical safety evaluation on Safety Monitoring Committees
- Provide medical safety contributions to the Integrated Safety Summary or Common Technical Document
- Provide medical review and edits to Drug Safety Reports or other benefit-risk assessments
- Review and sign off on both the Project Safety Plan and the Medical Monitoring Plan per medical safety scope agreed in contract
- Perform Medical Safety review of the protocol, Investigative Drug Brochure (IDB), and/or Case Report Forms (CRFs) for appropriate safety content and data capture.
- Act as Global Safety Physician or Assistant or Back-up on projects as assigned
- Attend project meetings, medical safety team meetings, and client meetings as requested
- Ensure coverage for all medical safety deliverables within regulatory or contracted timelines
- Provide medical escalation support for medical information projects
- Provide medical escalation support for EU Qualified Persons for Pharmacovigilance projects
- 24 hour medical support as required on assigned projects
- Maintain awareness of medical-safety-regulatory industry developments
Qualifications
- Other A medical degree from an accredited and internationally recognized medical school with a curriculum relevant to general medical education Req
- Three (3) years of clinical practice experience (e.g graduate medical training) with two (2) additional years in the pharmaceutical or associated industry in any role. Or equivalent combination of education, training and experience Req
- Knowledge of applicable federal and local regulations and guidelines pertaining to clinical research including knowledge of regulations and guidelines pertaining to safety and good clinical practice
- Knowledge of clinical trials and pharmaceutical research process
- Ability to establish and meet priorities, deadlines, and objectives.
- Skills in providing consultation and advice on multiple assignments required, as well as initiative and flexibility
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, managers and clients
- A valid medical license, or equivalent, from the country or region in which he/she resides and works Pref
IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create intelligent connections to accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments to help improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide. Learn more at is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create connections that accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments. Everything we do is part of a journey to improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide.
To get there, we seek out diverse talent with curious minds and a relentless commitment to innovation and impact. No matter your role, everyone at IQVIA contributes to our shared goal of helping customers improve the lives of patients everywhere. Thank you for your interest in growing your career with us.
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The role is responsible for ensuring the smooth and efficient functioning of all clinical and medical departments within the hospital. This includes compliance, credentialing, clinical quality, coordination between departments, and supporting medical professionals to deliver patient-centric, safe, and effective care.

Key Responsibilities:

• Clinical Governance & Administration:
• Oversee daily operations of medical departments, consultants, and clinical services.
• Ensure availability and efficient functioning of medical manpower across departments.
• Drive implementation of hospital protocols, clinical SOPs, and guidelines.

• Quality & Compliance:
• Support NABH, JCI, or other accreditation and quality initiatives.
• Monitor clinical audits, infection control practices, and incident reporting.
• Ensure adherence to statutory and regulatory compliance related to clinical care.

• Doctor Engagement & Credentialing:
• Manage doctor onboarding, credentialing, privileging, and engagement.
• Ensure timely renewals of licenses, indemnities, and certifications.

• Medical Coordination:
• Act as a bridge between consultants, administration, and support teams.
• Participate in clinical review meetings, mortality audits, and MRCs.

• Patient Care & Support:
• Facilitate clinical grievance redressal and medico-legal support.
• Monitor patient safety indicators and drive improvement initiatives.

• Strategic & Operational Initiatives:
• Contribute to hospital planning, budgeting, and capacity optimization.
• Support medical strategy for new programs, specialties, or service lines.

Our client, a leading innovator in the beauty and wellness sector, is seeking a visionary Director of Medical Aesthetics & Wellness to lead their remote operations. This critical role involves setting the strategic direction for aesthetic treatments and wellness programs, ensuring the highest standards of patient care, and driving business growth. The ideal candidate will possess a strong clinical background, extensive knowledge of the latest aesthetic technologies and procedures, and proven leadership experience in a medical or wellness setting. You will be responsible for overseeing the development and delivery of services, managing clinical staff, and ensuring compliance with all regulatory and ethical guidelines.

As Director, you will work closely with a team of medical professionals, aestheticians, and wellness practitioners to develop cutting-edge treatment protocols and personalized wellness plans. Your responsibilities will include staying abreast of industry trends, evaluating new technologies, and implementing evidence-based practices. You will play a key role in shaping the brand's reputation for excellence and innovation in medical aesthetics. This position requires exceptional leadership, strong communication skills, and the ability to inspire and motivate a remote team to achieve outstanding results. A deep understanding of patient experience and service delivery is crucial. You will leverage digital platforms to maintain high levels of patient engagement and operational efficiency.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement strategic plans for medical aesthetics and wellness services.
• Oversee the clinical operations, ensuring adherence to the highest standards of patient care and safety.
• Lead and mentor a remote team of physicians, nurses, aestheticians, and wellness practitioners.
• Evaluate and integrate new technologies, treatments, and wellness modalities.
• Develop and refine treatment protocols and service offerings.
• Ensure compliance with all medical, licensing, and regulatory requirements.
• Manage budgets and financial performance of the aesthetic and wellness division.
• Drive business development initiatives to expand service offerings and client base.
• Contribute to marketing strategies and promotional campaigns.
• Foster a culture of continuous learning and professional development for the clinical team.
• Maintain strong relationships with key suppliers, technology partners, and professional organizations.
• Analyze service utilization and patient feedback to drive service improvements.

Qualifications:

• Medical degree (MD, DO) or equivalent, with specialization in Dermatology, Plastic Surgery, or related field, or equivalent experience in high-level aesthetic/wellness management.
• Relevant professional licenses and certifications.
• Minimum of 7-10 years of experience in medical aesthetics, dermatology, plastic surgery, or a senior role in the wellness industry.
• Demonstrated leadership experience in managing clinical teams and operations.
• In-depth knowledge of cosmetic procedures, laser technologies, injectables, and wellness therapies.
• Strong understanding of regulatory compliance in healthcare and aesthetic services.
• Excellent strategic thinking, business acumen, and financial management skills.
• Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and team-building abilities.
• Proven ability to work effectively and lead a remote team.
• Passion for innovation and continuous improvement in the beauty and wellness sector.

This is a unique opportunity for an experienced leader to shape the future of medical aesthetics and wellness for a forward-thinking company, working entirely remotely. Our client is dedicated to providing a flexible and supportive remote work environment.