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Capricor Therapeutics, Inc.

Capricor (NASDAQ: CAPR) is a biotechnology company developing cell and exosome-based therapeutics for serious diseases.

Senior Director, Medical Affairs – MD Required

Location

California

Posted

12 days ago

Salary

$300K - $350K / year

Seniority

Senior

Postgraduate DegreeEnglish

Job Description

• Develop and execute medical affairs strategies aligned with company goals, including evidence generation, scientific exchange, and medical input into cross-functional teams. • Build and maintain strong relationships with HCPs, KOLs, and patient advocacy organizations in DMD, Becker muscular dystrophy (BMD), and related fields through local, national, and international meetings, 1:1 site visits, and advisory boards. • Collaborate with the CMO to establish high-integrity, compliant processes for HCP and KOL engagement, ensuring adherence to regulatory guidelines (e.g., FDA, ICH). • Create and refine the clinical scientific and value story for deramiocel through internal consultations, external expert input, and data analysis to support program progression. • Lead scientific communications, including publications, congress presentations, and medical information responses, while overseeing vendors as needed. • Provide medical expertise to support commercialization readiness activities, including training, payer interactions, and real-world evidence initiatives. • Work cross-functionally with clinical development, regulatory affairs, commercial, and quality teams to drive business impact and team success. • Identify opportunities for continuous improvement in medical affairs operations, fostering a culture of innovation and compliance. • Monitor emerging scientific data, competitive landscape, and therapeutic trends in neurology, myology, cardiology, and rare diseases to inform strategy. • Perform such other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

Job Requirements

  • MD required, with experience in neurology, myology, cardiology, or a closely related field, and demonstrated clinical scientific competence.
  • Deep experience and commitment to excellence in medical affairs, with a proven track record in biotechnology or pharmaceuticals.
  • Experience working in a small company environment, thriving in dynamic, resource-constrained settings.
  • Passionate "can-do" mentality with evidence of high emotional intelligence (EQ) and collaborative teamwork.
  • Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills to engage stakeholders at all levels.
  • Strong understanding of regulatory compliance, including cGMP, ICH, and FDA guidelines.
  • Ability to work independently, multi-task, and meet aggressive deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
  • Willingness to travel up to 30-40% for meetings, site visits, and conferences.

Benefits

  • Professional office (San Diego) or remote work environment
  • Prolonged periods of computer use for planning, documentation, and reporting
  • Occasional travel may be required for meetings, site visits, and stakeholder engagement
  • Ability to lift office materials up to 20 pounds

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