Job Description

For more than 25 years, Corcept has been singularly focused on the science of cortisol, a powerful hormone that when unregulated, can play a role in a broad range of diseases.

Our commercial portfolio includes treatments for hypercortisolism and oncology, and the company has discovered more than 1,000 proprietary selective cortisol modulators and glucocorticoid receptor antagonists. With advanced clinical trials in patients with hypercortisolism, solid tumors, ALS and liver disease, Corcept is unlocking the power of cortisol modulation to help address some of the most devastating diseases patients face today.

Corcept is headquartered in Redwood City, California. To learn more, visit www.corcept.com

Responsibilities:

• Design and implement Phase I to III clinical studies
• Develop and participate in the writing and review of protocols, investigator brochures, study reports and other clinical and regulatory documents
• Provide scientific oversight for Company operational staff, CROs, and clinical trial sites in all areas related to the therapeutic programs
• Act as a clinical subject matter expert for both Company team members and for external contacts related to the assigned therapeutic programs
• Establish and approve scientific methods for design and implementation of applicable clinical protocols, data collection systems and final reports
• Act to provide medical oversight and safety monitoring for ongoing clinical trials including participation in SAE reporting and serving on the safety committee
• Play a key role in the analysis, interpretation and delivery of high-quality clinical data
• Interact with principal investigators and opinion leaders to facilitate clinical trials research
• Participate in appropriate regulatory discussion and activities, including the filing of IND’s, CTXs, NDA/MAAs, throughout the development cycle
• Provide training and ongoing input to all members of the clinical team on medical and scientific issues related to the therapeutic field in question
• Participate in clinical study report conceptualization, development and writing for global regulatory submissions
• Work closely and collaboratively with other functions, e.g. clinical operations, safety, biometrics, regulatory, medical writing, medical affairs and commercial
• Develop and give internal and external presentations as subject matter expert for the therapeutic area
• Participate in the development and review of publications
• Participate in the management of human resources in a matrixed environment – recruitment, performance management, succession planning, talent management, etc.

Preferred Skills, Qualifications and Technical Proficiencies:

• Demonstrate strong clinical and scientific knowledge
• Is an excellent communicator with proven leadership skills and the ability to interact in a cross functional environment
• Feel comfortable in a fast-paced and nimble small company environment and able to adjust workload based upon changing priorities

Preferred Education and Experience:

• MD, board-certified (or eligible)
• Expertise in Oncology
• A strong track record of scientific activity, demonstrated by publications in top tier journals
• At least 6+ years of relevant clinical development experience
• Relevant basic and/or clinical research experience in academic settings is viewed favorably

The pay range that the Company reasonably expects to pay for this headquarters-based position is $298,000-$350,600; the pay ultimately offered may vary based on legitimate considerations, including geographic location, job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and education.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

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Corcept appreciates the commitment and hard work of all our team members as we strive to discover and develop novel treatments for patients with serious unmet medical needs.

Please visit our website at: https://www.corcept.com/

Corcept is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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