Head of Medical Affairs / Clinical Development Consultant

Position Overview: Our client is seeking a highly hands-on and strategic Head of Medical Affairs / Clinical Development to join a growing specialty pharmaceutical company. This individual will play a critical leadership role in advancing post-approval clinical strategy, overseeing Phase IV studies, and serving as the primary medical interface across internal and external stakeholders. This is an ideal opportunity for someone who thrives in a small, entrepreneurial environment, enjoys building processes from the ground up, and is comfortable operating with a high degree of ownership and autonomy. Key Responsibilities: • Lead and execute Medical Affairs and Clinical Development strategy for marketed and near-market products • Design, initiate, and oversee Phase IV / post-marketing clinical trials • Serve as the primary medical lead working directly with Contract Research Organizations (CROs) to manage study execution, timelines, and deliverables • Provide medical and scientific leadership for cross-functional teams including Regulatory, Commercial, and Market Access • Oversee data generation strategies to support product differentiation and lifecycle management • Act as a key external-facing medical expert with investigators, KOLs, and partners • Ensure clinical programs are executed efficiently, on time, and within budget Qualifications: • MD, PharmD, or PhD required • 10+ years of relevant experience across Medical Affairs and/or Clinical Development • Proven experience in small or mid-sized specialty pharmaceutical companies (required) • Strong preference for candidates with limited large pharma experience and a demonstrated ability to operate in lean environments • Direct experience managing CROs and running clinical trials independently • Hands-on experience leading Phase IV / post-approval studies • Strong leadership, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills • Ability to operate both strategically and tactically in a fast-paced environment