Medical Director Psychiatry Jobs
Medical Director Psychiatry jobs are open across health systems, behavioral health networks, community mental health centers, and telehealth organizations, from early leadership roles to senior executive positions, with specializations in inpatient psychiatry, outpatient and partial hospitalization programs, and child and adolescent psychiatry. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.
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JOB SUMMARY
We are seeking a Medical Director in Psychiatry to join our dynamic team in Cincinnati, Ohio. The Medical Director has 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 receive hybrid, work from-home flexibility. This role also has the ability to be fully remote-based 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 Psychiatry
- 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% at times
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 6,000 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
- 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.
JOB SUMMARY
We are seeking a Medical Director in Psychiatry to join our dynamic team in Cincinnati, Ohio. The Medical Director has 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 receive hybrid, work from-home flexibility. This role also has the ability to be fully remote-based 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 Psychiatry
- 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% at times
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 6,000 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
- 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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A snapshot from current openings nationwide, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Medpace4
- Boston Medical Center2
- Sun River Health2
- Xenon Pharmaceuticals2
- Brigham Young University1
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services18
- Education4
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals3
- Non-Profit & Social Services2
- Insurance1
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in medical director psychiatry jobs.
- Board certification in psychiatry through the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
- Active, unrestricted state medical license in the state of the position
- Five or more years of clinical psychiatry experience with prior leadership or supervisory responsibilities
- Experience with Joint Commission, CMS, or state behavioral health regulatory compliance
- Demonstrated ability to develop clinical protocols, quality improvement initiatives, and staff training programs
- Familiarity with electronic health record systems used in psychiatric or behavioral health settings
Tips for Your Medical Director Psychiatry Job Search
Quantify your clinical program outcomes
Hiring committees for medical director psychiatry roles want to see measurable leadership impact. Pull numbers from your tenure: patient throughput improvements, readmission rate changes, staff retention under your clinical supervision, or accreditation outcomes you drove.
Highlight your quality and compliance work
Medical director psychiatry postings consistently screen for experience with Joint Commission standards, CMS Conditions of Participation, and psychiatric unit compliance. If you led a survey, chaired a quality committee, or corrected a deficiency, name it explicitly on your CV.
Tailor your CV to the setting type
Inpatient acute, community mental health, and telehealth organizations prioritize different leadership competencies. Reframe your experience to match each setting before applying, emphasizing crisis stabilization for inpatient roles and population health metrics for outpatient-focused positions.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists medical director psychiatry openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare a clinical philosophy statement
Many medical director psychiatry panels open with a request for your approach to psychiatric care delivery, workforce development, or integrated care. Draft a concise two-minute statement before your first interview so your philosophy lands clearly rather than being improvised on the spot.
Negotiate scope before negotiating terms
Before discussing compensation, clarify reporting structure, FTE clinical expectations, budget authority, and the timeline for filling any open psychiatrist positions under your oversight. Misaligned scope expectations are the most common reason medical directors leave within two years.
Medical Director Psychiatry Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most medical director psychiatrys?
The companies hiring the most medical director psychiatrys right now include Medpace, Boston Medical Center, and Sun River Health, with the largest share of openings in Ohio, New York, and Massachusetts, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Health systems, behavioral health networks, and telehealth providers make up the majority of active hiring organizations.
How many medical director psychiatry jobs are remote?
About 25% of medical director psychiatry openings are fully remote or hybrid as of June 2026, with the highest concentration of remote roles at telehealth platforms and outpatient behavioral health organizations. Inpatient and acute care settings almost always require on-site presence given the clinical supervision and regulatory responsibilities involved.
How do you become a medical director psychiatry?
Becoming a medical director in psychiatry requires completing medical school, a psychiatry residency, and board certification through the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. From there, building leadership experience through roles like department chair, section chief, or clinical program director, along with demonstrated quality improvement and regulatory compliance work, positions you competitively for a medical director search.
Can I get hired as a medical director psychiatry with limited leadership experience?
Some organizations, particularly community mental health centers, federally qualified health centers, and growing telehealth companies, will hire psychiatrists into medical director roles who have supervisory experience but no formal director title. Demonstrating that you have overseen other clinicians, contributed to clinical policy, chaired a committee, or led a quality initiative makes a strong case even without a previous director title on your CV.
What does the medical director psychiatry interview process look like?
The process typically starts with a recruiter or HR screen, followed by a clinical leadership interview with a chief medical officer or VP of behavioral health, then a panel with clinical staff and operations leaders. Many organizations also include a presentation on your clinical or programmatic philosophy and a meeting with the board or senior administration before an offer is extended.
Where can I find and apply to medical director psychiatry jobs?
You can find and apply to medical director psychiatry jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Find roles that match your experience and specialty focus, then apply directly to each listing from the page.
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