[Hiring] Senior Director, Medical Affairs @Capricor Therapeutics

Role Description

Capricor is seeking a Senior Director of Medical Affairs with deep expertise in biotechnology, ideally in rare diseases or cell therapies. This position will play a pivotal role in building the medical affairs function as we advance our lead programs following recent clinical milestones.

• Define the roadmap for our scientific narrative.
• Drive clinical scientific messaging.
• Foster key relationships with healthcare professionals (HCPs), key opinion leaders (KOLs), and patient advocacy groups in the DMD and BMD communities.
• Ensure high-integrity, compliant processes for stakeholder engagement.
• Lead cross-functional efforts to bridge clinical development with commercialization readiness.
• Foster deep relationships and evidence generation strategies necessary to drive program success and ongoing medical excellence.

Qualifications

• 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.

Requirements

• Previous experience with DMD, BMD, or other muscle or cardiomyopathic indications.
• Experience with pre-launch or commercialization activities in a Medical Affairs capacity.
• Experience with complex cell or gene therapy (ATMP) products.

Benefits

• $300,000 - $350,000 a year.

Company Description

Capricor Therapeutics, a trailblazer in cell and exosome therapy, is dedicated to redefining standards of care with innovative treatments rooted in scientific excellence. Guided by integrity and a passion for patient-centered impact, our team is shaping a brighter future for healthcare.

• Join us and contribute to a mission-driven group that’s transforming lives with every breakthrough.
• At Capricor, you’ll thrive in a collaborative environment that nurtures your professional growth and innovation.