Would you enjoy leading drug development for rare conditions? Are you a medic with experience designing clinical trials and interacting with regulatory authorities?
If so, now is your chance to join Ascendis Pharma as our new Medical Director, Clinical Development, Endocrine & Rare Diseases
Ascendis Pharma is a global biopharmaceutical company committed to making a meaningful difference in patients’ lives. Guided by our core values of Patients, Science, and Passion, we are applying our innovative TransCon® technology platform to fulfill our mission of developing new therapies that demonstrate best-in-class potential to address unmet medical needs.
At our headquarters in Hellerup, Denmark, research facilities in Heidelberg, Germany, and additional offices across Europe and the United States, we are advancing programs in our Endocrinology Rare Disease and Oncology portfolios. We also collaborate with partners on the development of TransCon-based products in other therapeutic areas and markets.
We are seeking an energetic Medical Director to join our growing team. As a key member of the Ascendis Pharma team, you will play a crucial role in driving the design, safety monitoring, and data analysis of the Company’s late-phase clinical trials studying TransCon C-type natriuretic peptide (CNP). This is an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment, collaborate with cross-functional, global teams working together to achieve extraordinary results.
You will report directly to the VP, Clinical Science, Endocrine and Rare Disease Medical Sciences.
Your key responsibilities will be
Qualifications and Skills:
Key competencies:
You have excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, and you learn quickly, even when working under pressure. You’re able to follow complex instructions, multitask effectively, and still maintain a strong attention to detail. You lead confidently — both through your actions and when guiding others — and you’re known for being a trustworthy, collaborative team player. You take initiative, solve complex problems with ease, and demonstrate sound judgment, especially when handling confidential, sensitive, or regulated information
Travel: Up to 20%.
Office: Ascendis Pharma Headquarters, Tuborg Boulevard 12, 2900 Hellerup, Denmark
Apply now.
Applications will be evaluated when received, so please apply as soon as possible.
All applications must be submitted in English and are treated confidentially.
A note to recruiters:
We do not allow external search party solicitation. Presentation of candidates without written permission from the Ascendis Pharma HR team (specifically from: Talent Acquisition Partner or Human Resources Director) is not allowed. If this occurs, your ownership of these candidates will not be acknowledged.