Orca is hiring a
Medical Director

Summary

We are seeking a Medical Director to lead our early-stage clinical programs across multiple disease indications. This role involves developing, managing, and overseeing clinical trial protocols, engaging with clinical sites, and ensuring smooth enrollment processes. The ideal candidate should have an MD, PhD or PharmD degree, 3+ years of industry experience in cell therapy or bone marrow transplantation, strong project management skills, excellent communication skills, and a willingness to travel.

Requirements

• MD, PhD or PharmD required
• 3+ years of industry experience and expertise in cell therapy or bone marrow transplantation (BMT) required
• Self starter with an entrepreneurial mindset
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to handle multiple priorities and timelines, work independently and drive initiatives
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage and motivate clinical site teams
• Willingness to travel as needed to meet with clinical sites and stakeholders, and occasionally to headquarters (Menlo Park, CA)

Responsibilities

• Develop and write clinical trial protocols and other documents for early stage trials
• Meet with clinical sites to generate interest and secure participation in trials
• Medical monitoring, review, and analysis
• Shepherd protocols through regulatory paperwork and approval processes
• Oversee project timelines, ensuring all milestones are met
• Provide leadership to a Clinical Trial Manager (CTM) and Clinical Research Associate (CRA) dedicated to early stage programs
• Work closely with all relevant internal stakeholders; report into CMO and CSO