Nephrologist - Medical Director
Medpace Holdings
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Cincinnati, OH · Posted April 9, 2026
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About the job
We are seeking a Nephrologist- Medical Director to join our dynamic team. The Medical Director will have overall responsibility for providing medical, scientific, and strategic leadership for the successful planning, execution, and reporting of clinical trials. Additionally, this role acts as the Medpace internal medical expert and will serve as a medical resource for the review, presentation, and interpretation of results in the Clinical Study Report. The Medical Director will also be involved in the development of new clinical projects, including study design, protocol, and project plans as required. We are currently seeking Medical Directors in all Therapeutic Areas.
**All Medical Directors have hybrid WFH flexibility. This role also has the ability to be fully remote with the right experience**.
Responsibilities
Provide medical management and expertise for clinical trials;
Contribute medical expertise to study reports, regulatory documents, and manuscripts;
Manage safety issues in clinical trials and work closely with associates in evaluation and assessment of the trials;
Participate in new business development through involvement in proposal and sponsor meetings as requested;
Coordinate with other departments in all phases of the studies and trials including feasibility assessments, design processes, educational efforts, management of medical information, and reviewing and editing of medical documents;
Follow specific research related protocol and lead others in strict adherence to the policies.
Qualifications
Must have an M.D., specialization in Nephrology
Must be eligible to obtain a medical license
Board certification preferred
Prior clinical trial research experience preferred
Previous experience in pharmaceutical-related clinical research is preferred.
Travel: up to 20%
Medpace Overview
Medpace is a full-service clinical contract research organization (CRO) providing phase l-lV clinical development services to the biotechnology, pharmaceutical, and medical device industries. Our mission is to accelerate the global development of safe and effective medical therapeutics through the advancement of clinical research. We leverage in-country regulatory and therapeutic expertise across all major therapeutic areas including oncology, cardiology, metabolic, endocrinology, central nervous system, and anti-viral and anti-infective. Headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio, we employ more than 6,500 people across 40+ countries.
Why Medpace?
When you join Medpace, you become part of an innovative team that brings cutting-edge therapies to market while building a meaningful and rewarding career focused on scientific excellence and improving patient outcomes around the world through continuous learning and cross-functional collaboration.
Purpose-Driven Work
Work alongside physicians, scientists, and industry-leading experts committed to advancing the global development of medical therapeutics through clinical research excellence
Collaborative Culture
Contribute to an interactive team environment that empowers decision making, creative thinking, and continuous learning through open communication and mutual trust.
Leadership throughout Medpace is both accessible and approachable
Continuous Growth & Development
Office based environment with on-site mentors
Defined career paths with clear advancement opportunities
Industry renowned onboarding and training programs designed to accelerate professional development
Ongoing training and continuous learning opportunities throughout your career
An environment that encourages employees to influence change, contribute ideas, and grow quickly
Other Employee Benefits
Competitive compensation programs that recognize and reward performance
Comprehensive health, wellness, retirement, and PTO benefits
Office based culture with occasional WFH that provides flexibility for eligible positions after training
Company-sponsored social events and intramural sports
Cincinnati Headquarters Experience
A modern corporate campus designed to support collaboration and productivity
Multiple on-site dining options in the heart of Madison Square
Free on-site parking
Convenient access to on-site 24-7 fitness and wellness facilities
What to Expect Next
A Medpace team member will review your application and if your profile matches our current needs, you will be contacted for an interview. While we review all applications carefully, we are unable to respond to every applicant, and only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.
Provide medical management and expertise for clinical trials;
Contribute medical expertise to study reports, regulatory documents, and manuscripts;
Manage safety issues in clinical trials and work closely with associates in evaluation and assessment of the trials;
Participate in new business development through involvement in proposal and sponsor meetings as requested;
Coordinate with other departments in all phases of the studies and trials including feasibility assessments, design processes, educational efforts, management of medical information, and reviewing and editing of medical documents;
Follow specific research related protocol and lead others in strict adherence to the policies.
Must have an M.D., specialization in Nephrology
Must be eligible to obtain a medical license
Board certification preferred
Prior clinical trial research experience preferred
Previous experience in pharmaceutical-related clinical research is preferred.
Travel: up to 20%