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Director, Clinical Development- Rheumatology

Formation Bio is an AI- and tech-driven pharma company focused on radically more efficient drug development. We are seeking an experienced medical leader to drive clinical development for rheumatology programs — contributing to protocol and clinical development plans, providing medical monitoring and oversight for phase 2-4 studies, and partnering closely with business development and operations to accelerate trials.

Skills

  • Protocol development and clinical trial design
  • Medical monitoring and safety oversight for phase 2-4 studies
  • Ability to interpret clinical and healthcare data
  • Experience interacting with business development and contributing to deal models
  • Strong cross-functional communication and stakeholder management
  • Creative problem solving to streamline trial execution
  • Familiarity with regulatory submissions and health authority interactions

Responsibilities

  • Develop protocol concepts, full protocols, and clinical development plans for rheumatology programs
  • Provide medical leadership and oversight during trial execution (risk assessment, safety/efficacy, operational alignment)
  • Medical monitoring and project physician responsibilities for phase 2-4 studies
  • Advise business development on candidate assessment and participate in licensing discussions
  • Contribute to therapeutic area and study design strategy based on scientific and clinical landscapes
  • Drive improvements in trial operations and medical processes to accelerate timelines
  • Train internal teams and clinical sites on disease areas, MOA, and protocol requirements
  • Provide input and creative strategies for patient recruitment and engagement

Education

  • MD or DO (or equivalent) required
  • Board certification (Internal Medicine preferred)

Benefits

  • Equity compensation
  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits
  • 401(k) or retirement plan
  • Generous paid time off
  • Hybrid work flexibility
  • Relocation assistance considered
  • Professional development and training opportunities
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Our mission is to bring new treatments to patients faster and more efficiently. Formation Bio’s tech-driven model is centered on radically more efficient drug development and value creation.

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DATE POSTED
October 11, 2025
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