Medical Director (Cardiology)
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Job Description
Medical Director (Cardiology)- US- Remote
ICON is a global healthcare intelligence and clinical research organisation united by a mission to bring new medicines and treatments to patients faster.
As a values-driven organisation, integrity, collaboration, agility, and inclusion are at the heart of how we work and interact with each other, customers, patients and suppliers.
As a Medical Director (Cardiology) at ICON, you will drive medical initiatives within project teams, guiding strategic direction and decision-making processes, and offer expert medical and scientific guidance, leveraging therapeutic expertise to inform project development.
What You Will Do
You will lead medical affairs delivery across your portfolio, setting standards and developing your team.
Key Responsibilities Include
- Providing strategic medical leadership and guidance on project teams.
- Offering expert medical and scientific consultation throughout project lifecycles.
- Ensuring compliance with ethical, legal, and regulatory standards in medical and safety monitoring activities.
- Representing the Medical Affairs Department in business development initiatives.
- Providing operational oversight within the Medical Affairs Department as needed.
Your Profile
You will bring significant medical affairs experience, with a track record of building high-performing teams and delivering results.
Required Qualifications and Experience
- Medical degree (MD or equivalent) with specialization in Cardiology required.
- Proven track record of medical leadership and consultation within pharmaceutical or biotechnology industries.
- Strong understanding of regulatory requirements and ethical standards in clinical research.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to represent the department effectively.
- Demonstrated ability to provide operational management in the absence of senior management.
- Must have a Board-Certification in Cardiology from an accredited university
- Willingness to travel as required (approximately 10-15%)
Employment with ICON is contingent upon having the legal right to work in the country where the role is based.
Rewards & Benefits
ICON offers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package designed to support your health, wellbeing, and career development.
Benefits May Include
- Competitive base salary and performance related incentives
- Health and wellbeing programmes including medical, dental, and vision coverage where applicable
- Retirement and pension plans
- Life assurance and disability coverage
- Employee assistance programmes and wellbeing resources
- Learning and development opportunities through structured training and career pathways
Benefits may vary depending on role and location.
Visit our careers site to read more about the benefits ICON offers.
Inclusion and Accessibility
ICON is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building an inclusive and accessible workplace where everyone feels valued and supported.
If you require reasonable accommodations during the recruitment process, please let us know or submit a request here.
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Key Responsibilities
The Medical Director will provide strategic medical leadership and scientific guidance across project teams to ensure high-quality medical affairs delivery. They are responsible for maintaining regulatory compliance, overseeing safety monitoring activities, and representing the department in business development initiatives.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a Medical degree (MD or equivalent) with a specialization in Cardiology and active Board-Certification. A proven track record of medical leadership within the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industries is required, along with strong knowledge of clinical research regulatory standards.
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 10+ years of experience
Key Skills
Cardiology — Physician Career Context
Of the 47 active Cardiology listings this role was benchmarked against, 70% have no call, 26% require no weekends — this position is remote.
Cardiology pay on WeekdayDoc is down 2.5% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 4.5 / 10 · above average in cardiology | ranked against 628 Cardiology listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | not listed | Cardiology median $293k (middle half $240k–$428k)23 comparable listings, Oct 2026 |
| Work setting | remote | peers: 70% no call · 26% no weekends47 benchmarked listings |
| Cardiology pay trend | −2.5% vs prior quarter | —through Sep 2026 |
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