Medical Director / Executive Medical Director, ...
Capsida Biotherapeutics - Thousand Oaks, CA
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Medical Director / Executive Medical Director, Clinical DevelopmentOur mission at Capsida is to develop a new class of targeted, non-invasive IV administered gene therapies. We have three wholly owned programs in CNS, including potential best-in-class treatments for genetic epilepsy due to STXBP1 mutations and Parkinson's disease associated with GBA mutations, both of which are expected to have IND submissions in early 2025. Our candidates achieve breakthrough levels of neuronal transduction throughout the brain, up to 70% in certain brain regions, while simultaneously detargeting the liver and other peripheral organs. We also have partnerships with AbbVie, Lilly, and CRISPR Therapeutics.The Medical Director / Executive Medical Director, Clinical Development will have the opportunity to progress the clinical development of our internal pipeline. Key responsibilities will include leading and working in cross functional teams to advance investigational therapies into the clinic, interacting with global health authorities, filing INDs, designing and executing Phase 1/2 (and later phase) trials, working with therapeutic area experts and investigators, and analyzing and interpreting data.Qualifications:M.D., neurology and/or gene therapy training a plus4+ years of industry experience, including early developmentExperience with all aspects of trial design and executionRegulatory experience, including filing of INDsProven track record of leadership and achievementExperience working effectively in a matrixed team environmentExcellent communication skills and ability to collaborateAbility to identify innovative approaches to advancing clinical developmentAbility and desire to work in a fast-paced start-up environmentExcellent organizational skills and ability to prioritize and deliver resultsExperience providing medical oversight for ongoing clinical trials, including monitoring patient safety, evaluating adverse events, and ensuring protocol adherenceExperience serving as the medical expert on multidisciplinary project teams, providing input on clinical development plans, trial design, and data analysisCompensation and Benefits: The well-being of our employees and their families is of the highest importance. As such, we offer a competitive salary and exceptional benefits, including generous stock options, medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, and significant PTO.Medical Director Salary: $228,000 - $313,000 per yearExecutive Medical Director Salary: $268,000 - $368,500 per yearCompensation will vary depending on location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. You may also be offered a bonus, stock options, and benefits. These ranges are subject to change.Additionally, we offer:Relocation compensationSocial lunches, happy hours, and other events on a regular basisWe are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to age, race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any classification protected by federal, state, or local laws.
Created: 2025-01-29