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Medpace hires Medical Directors to oversee clinical trial design and regulatory strategy across therapeutic areas including oncology, cardiology, and CNS. The company has a consistent track record of sponsoring international physicians and scientists into this function, supporting multiple visa pathways from initial work authorization through permanent residence.
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We are seeking a Nephrologist- Medical Director to join our dynamic team. The Medical Director will have overall responsibility for providing medical, scientific, and strategic leadership for the successful planning, execution, and reporting of clinical trials. Additionally, this role acts as the Medpace internal medical expert and will serve as a medical resource for the review, presentation, and interpretation of results in the Clinical Study Report. The Medical Director will also be involved in the development of new clinical projects, including study design, protocol, and project plans as required. We are currently seeking Medical Directors in all Therapeutic Areas. All Medical Directors have hybrid WFH flexibility. This role also has the ability to be fully remote with the right experience.
Responsibilities
- Provide medical management and expertise for clinical trials
- Contribute medical expertise to study reports, regulatory documents, and manuscripts
- Manage safety issues in clinical trials and work closely with associates in evaluation and assessment of the trials
- Participate in new business development through involvement in proposal and sponsor meetings as requested
- Coordinate with other departments in all phases of the studies and trials including feasibility assessments, design processes, educational efforts, management of medical information, and reviewing and editing of medical documents
- Follow specific research related protocol and lead others in strict adherence to the policies
QUALIFICATIONS
- Must have an M.D., specialization in Nephrology
- Must be eligible to obtain a medical license
- Board certification preferred
- Prior clinical trial research experience preferred
- Previous experience in pharmaceutical-related clinical research is preferred
Travel: up to 20%
Medpace Overview
Medpace is a full-service clinical contract research organization (CRO). We provide Phase I-IV clinical development services to the biotechnology, pharmaceutical and medical device industries. Our mission is to accelerate the global development of safe and effective medical therapeutics through its scientific and disciplined approach. We leverage local regulatory and therapeutic expertise across all major areas including oncology, cardiology, metabolic disease, endocrinology, central nervous system, anti-viral and anti-infective. Headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio, employing more than 5,000 people across 40+ countries.
Why Medpace?
People. Purpose. Passion. Make a Difference Tomorrow. Join Us Today. The work we’ve done over the past 30+ years has positively impacted the lives of countless patients and families who face hundreds of diseases across all key therapeutic areas. The work we do today will improve the lives of people living with illness and disease in the future.
Cincinnati Perks
- Cincinnati Campus Overview
- Flexible work environment
- Competitive PTO packages, starting at 20+ days
- Competitive compensation and benefits package
- Company-sponsored employee appreciation events
- Employee health and wellness initiatives
- Community involvement with local nonprofit organizations
- Discounts on local sports games, fitness gyms and attractions
- Modern, ecofriendly campus with an on-site fitness center
- Structured career paths with opportunities for professional growth
- Discounted tuition for UC online programs
Awards
- Named a Top Workplace in 2024 by The Cincinnati Enquirer
- Recognized by Forbes as one of America's Most Successful Midsize Companies in 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024
- Continually recognized with CRO Leadership Awards from Life Science Leader magazine based on expertise, quality, capabilities, reliability, and compatibility
What To Expect Next
A Medpace team member will review your qualifications and, if interested, you will be contacted with details for next steps.
INTRODUCTION
We are seeking a Nephrologist- Medical Director to join our dynamic team. The Medical Director will have overall responsibility for providing medical, scientific, and strategic leadership for the successful planning, execution, and reporting of clinical trials. Additionally, this role acts as the Medpace internal medical expert and will serve as a medical resource for the review, presentation, and interpretation of results in the Clinical Study Report. The Medical Director will also be involved in the development of new clinical projects, including study design, protocol, and project plans as required. We are currently seeking Medical Directors in all Therapeutic Areas. All Medical Directors have hybrid WFH flexibility. This role also has the ability to be fully remote with the right experience.
Responsibilities
- Provide medical management and expertise for clinical trials
- Contribute medical expertise to study reports, regulatory documents, and manuscripts
- Manage safety issues in clinical trials and work closely with associates in evaluation and assessment of the trials
- Participate in new business development through involvement in proposal and sponsor meetings as requested
- Coordinate with other departments in all phases of the studies and trials including feasibility assessments, design processes, educational efforts, management of medical information, and reviewing and editing of medical documents
- Follow specific research related protocol and lead others in strict adherence to the policies
QUALIFICATIONS
- Must have an M.D., specialization in Nephrology
- Must be eligible to obtain a medical license
- Board certification preferred
- Prior clinical trial research experience preferred
- Previous experience in pharmaceutical-related clinical research is preferred
Travel: up to 20%
Medpace Overview
Medpace is a full-service clinical contract research organization (CRO). We provide Phase I-IV clinical development services to the biotechnology, pharmaceutical and medical device industries. Our mission is to accelerate the global development of safe and effective medical therapeutics through its scientific and disciplined approach. We leverage local regulatory and therapeutic expertise across all major areas including oncology, cardiology, metabolic disease, endocrinology, central nervous system, anti-viral and anti-infective. Headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio, employing more than 5,000 people across 40+ countries.
Why Medpace?
People. Purpose. Passion. Make a Difference Tomorrow. Join Us Today. The work we’ve done over the past 30+ years has positively impacted the lives of countless patients and families who face hundreds of diseases across all key therapeutic areas. The work we do today will improve the lives of people living with illness and disease in the future.
Cincinnati Perks
- Cincinnati Campus Overview
- Flexible work environment
- Competitive PTO packages, starting at 20+ days
- Competitive compensation and benefits package
- Company-sponsored employee appreciation events
- Employee health and wellness initiatives
- Community involvement with local nonprofit organizations
- Discounts on local sports games, fitness gyms and attractions
- Modern, ecofriendly campus with an on-site fitness center
- Structured career paths with opportunities for professional growth
- Discounted tuition for UC online programs
Awards
- Named a Top Workplace in 2024 by The Cincinnati Enquirer
- Recognized by Forbes as one of America's Most Successful Midsize Companies in 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024
- Continually recognized with CRO Leadership Awards from Life Science Leader magazine based on expertise, quality, capabilities, reliability, and compatibility
What To Expect Next
A Medpace team member will review your qualifications and, if interested, you will be contacted with details for next steps.
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Align your credentials to specialty occupation standards
Medpace Medical Directors typically hold an MD or DO with subspecialty board certification. Before applying, confirm your foreign medical degree is evaluated by a NACES-recognized credential assessment service so USCIS has a clear equivalency basis for your H-1B petition.
Target therapeutic areas matching active Medpace pipelines
Medpace runs a full-service CRO model with deep focus in metabolic disease, oncology, and rare conditions. Positioning your clinical and regulatory experience around those specific areas makes your application directly relevant to open Medical Director requisitions rather than generalist hiring pools.
Clarify which visa pathway fits your situation early
Medpace sponsors H-1B, TN, J-1, and F-1 OPT or CPT depending on your nationality and current status. Canadian and Mexican physicians can pursue TN quickly without a lottery, while physicians on OPT should map their timeline against the 60-day grace period before an H-1B petition is filed.
Use Migrate Mate to filter open Medical Director roles
Medpace posts Medical Director openings across multiple locations and therapeutic divisions simultaneously. Use Migrate Mate to filter those listings by visa sponsorship type so you can identify which specific requisitions align with your current status before reaching out to a recruiter.
Raise sponsorship directly during the offer stage
Do not wait for Medpace to initiate the visa conversation after an offer is extended. Ask the recruiter which entity will file the LCA with DOL and confirm the start date accounts for H-1B processing time, especially if premium processing is needed to meet a clinical project start.
Plan your Green Card timeline around PERM sponsorship
Medpace has historically supported EB-2 and EB-3 sponsorship for long-term clinical staff. Ask during final negotiations whether Green Card sponsorship is available for Medical Directors and confirm the typical waiting period before the company initiates PERM labor certification with DOL.
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Does Medpace sponsor H-1B visas for Medical Directors?
Yes, Medpace sponsors H-1B visas for Medical Directors. The Medical Director role qualifies as a specialty occupation given the requirement for an MD or DO and relevant subspecialty training. Your employer will need to file a certified Labor Condition Application with DOL before USCIS can adjudicate the H-1B petition, so build adequate lead time into your expected start date.
How do I apply for Medical Director jobs at Medpace?
Applications are submitted through Medpace's careers portal, where Medical Director openings are listed by therapeutic area and location. You can also browse verified Medpace Medical Director roles filtered by visa sponsorship type on Migrate Mate, which makes it straightforward to identify which openings are accessible given your current immigration status before you apply.
Which visa types does Medpace commonly sponsor for Medical Director roles?
Medpace sponsors H-1B and J-1 visas for Medical Directors, along with F-1 OPT and CPT for physicians in training programs. Canadian and Mexican physicians may qualify for TN status, which does not require lottery selection. For long-term hires, Medpace has supported EB-2 and EB-3 Green Card pathways through PERM labor certification with DOL.
What qualifications does Medpace expect for Medical Director candidates?
Medpace typically requires an MD or DO degree with board certification in a relevant subspecialty such as oncology, cardiology, endocrinology, or neurology. Clinical trial experience, particularly familiarity with Phase II or Phase III protocol design and regulatory submissions to FDA, is weighted heavily. Prior CRO or pharmaceutical industry experience in a medical monitor or clinical lead capacity strengthens candidacy significantly.
How long does the visa sponsorship process take for a Medical Director at Medpace?
For H-1B sponsorship, DOL LCA certification takes seven to ten business days, followed by USCIS adjudication, which runs three to six months under standard processing. Premium processing reduces USCIS review to roughly 15 business days. If you are transitioning from F-1 OPT, confirm your OPT expiration date against these timelines so your authorization remains continuous through the filing and approval window.
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