Full-time · On-site
Chief Medical Officer
This is a pinnacle leadership role for a medical professional looking to combine drug development expertise with a profound global health mission. As CMO, you will direct the clinical evolution of new TB treatments, bridging the gap between early research and commercial availability. It is a rare chance to lead a specialized team in a high-stakes environment where scientific success translates directly into saved lives.
TB Alliance · New York City, New York, United States · Posted 22 April 2026
The role
Overview
This is a pinnacle leadership role for a medical professional looking to combine drug development expertise with a profound global health mission. As CMO, you will direct the clinical evolution of new TB treatments, bridging the gap between early research and commercial availability. It is a rare chance to lead a specialized team in a high-stakes environment where scientific success translates directly into saved lives.
What they need
Requirements & Skills
Key Responsibilities
- Formulate and execute the global clinical development strategy for novel TB drug candidates
- Lead and mentor a diverse team of medical, operational, and safety professionals
- Oversee the design and execution of efficient, scientifically sound clinical trials
- Manage relationships with regulatory authorities to expedite product approvals
- Collaborate with research teams to ensure smooth transitions from lead selection to clinical proof-of-concept
Essential
- Extensive experience in clinical development strategy and implementation
- Proven track record in leading Phase 1 through Phase 4 clinical trials
- Experience managing regulatory interactions with the FDA and international bodies
- Expertise in pharmacovigilance and drug safety compliance
- Ability to integrate nonclinical and clinical activities into robust development plans
- Experience in managing medical affairs and clinical operations functions
- Ability to represent the organization to external stakeholders, including funders and scientific communities
Preferred
- Specific experience in tuberculosis or infectious disease drug development
- Experience conducting clinical trials in TB endemic regions
- Background in developing multidrug regimens
- Experience with biomarker strategy and IND-enabling studies
Key Skills
Clinical StrategyExecutive LeadershipRegulatory AffairsPharmacovigilanceClinical OperationsData Management OversightTranslational MedicineStakeholder ManagementPublic SpeakingMentorship
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Perks
Benefits & perks
- Opportunity to lead global health innovation
- High-level executive influence
- Collaborative and mission-driven work environment
- Mentorship and team leadership opportunities
- Engagement with international scientific and regulatory communities
Next step
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