Chief Medical Officer Boston, MA or Philadelphia, PA - Every Cure

About Every Cure - Every Cure was founded to uncover and repurpose existing drugs to treat the millions of patients who suffer from diseases without approved treatments. By focusing on drug repurposing, we aim to provide affordable and accessible therapies for those suffering from diseases that are often overlooked in traditional drug development. Through artificial intelligence technologies, collaboration with healthcare professionals, and patient advocacy, Every Cure is dedicated to unlocking the full potential of existing medicines to treat every disease and every patient we possibly can.

Our groundbreaking work focuses on building an open-source database and utilizing cutting-edge tools to identify drug repurposing opportunities. Since our launch at the 2022 Clinton Global Initiative, we have received tremendous media attention and recognition, including the 2023 Elevate Prize Foundation Founder’s Award. We've attracted leaders from across industries, been invited to present our work at the White House, Aspen Ideas, and a Congressional Caucus Briefing, and demonstrated the life-saving potential of our platform.

• AI-Powered Identification: We use advanced artificial intelligence to analyze the world’s biomedical knowledge and identify FDA-approved drugs that can be repurposed for untreated conditions. This cutting-edge technology enables us to explore new therapeutic possibilities efficiently.
• Open-Source Commitment: We are dedicated to making our predictive pipeline open-source, fostering collaboration and transparency within the scientific community and unlocking the potential for discovering new treatments.
• High-Impact Focus: We prioritize drug repurposing opportunities that can benefit neglected patient communities, ensuring our efforts address the most pressing needs.
• Rigorous Validation: Promising opportunities are thoroughly validated through laboratory and clinical studies to confirm their efficacy and safety before advancing to broader applications.
• Equitable Access: We are committed to ensuring that new cures are accessible to all patients, regardless of geographic or economic barriers.

The Chief Medical Officer at Every Cure will provide strategic vision and operational oversight for the organization’s medical function, ensuring the advancement of our mission to repurpose existing, FDA-approved drugs for diseases with significant unmet needs. Reporting directly to the CEO, the CMO will drive the selection and advancement of a portfolio of drug repurposing opportunities through preclinical testing, clinical trials, and dissemination to patients. This leader will oversee a diverse portfolio of projects across disease areas and therapeutic modalities, balancing resource allocation, managing risk, and optimizing outcomes to maximize patient impact. The CMO will also collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance Every Cure’s AI platform and support predictive scoring methodologies. With expertise in clinical development and biomedical research, the CMO will serve as a public representative of Every Cure, driving impactful partnerships and promoting our work to external stakeholders.

How you will make an impact -

• Lead the Medical Team: Lead Every Cure’s medical function, including oversight of preclinical studies and clinical trials. Establish clear objectives, implement efficient processes, and lead a high-performing team to execute on the organization’s mission.
• Strategically Manage a Diverse Portfolio: Lead the management of ongoing projects and selection of new drug repurposing projects from Every Cure’s AI platform and external experts, balancing resource allocation, risk, and potential for patient impact across Every Cure’s key drug repurposing projects. Use data-driven approaches to prioritize efforts and optimize outcomes.
• Advance Research and Evidence Generation: Oversee the design and execution of in silico studies, preclinical experiments, and clinical trials to produce impactful, high-quality results and insights that can guide decisions on Every Cure’s advancement of drug repurposing opportunities.
• Contribute to Every Cure’s Cutting-Edge AI Platform: Collaborate with Every Cure’s technical team to refine the AI platform, incorporating medical insights and research findings to improve predictive scoring and align with clinical priorities.
• Inspire and Lead a High-Performing Team: Be an inspiring people leader and mentor, fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous learning. Structure and manage a team of scientists and clinicians who are motivated and empowered to achieve high-impact results.
• Engage with Stakeholders: Represent Every Cure externally, fostering partnerships, managing CROs, and advocating for the organization’s work with patient communities, advocacy groups, regulatory bodies, and industry stakeholders. Present findings at public forums to advance Every Cure’s mission.
• Ensure Compliance and Dissemination: Oversee regulatory processes and develop effective dissemination strategies to ensure new therapies reach patients and stakeholders efficiently and effectively.

What you will bring to the team -

• Education: MD or PhD in biomedical research, clinical sciences, or a related field.
• Experience:
  • 10+ years in clinical research and clinical development portfolio management, with a proven track record of advancing drugs to clinical trials.
  • Demonstrated leadership experience, including recruiting, mentoring, and managing high-performing teams.
  • Expertise in drug development and clinical trial decision-making, with a demonstrated ability to oversee the execution of studies that generate impactful clinical data.
• Technical Skills:
  • Deep knowledge of clinical trial design, preclinical research, and evidence generation.
  • Proficiency in data-driven decision-making and process optimization.
  • Experience with regulatory requirements and dissemination strategies.
  • Conversant in computational approaches to research and validation.
• Other Skills:
  • Exceptional communication and presentation skills to convey complex scientific concepts to diverse audiences.
  • Strong strategic thinker with a focus on urgency, efficiency, and impact.
  • Passionate about Every Cure’s mission and values.
  • Highly adaptable, thriving in a fast-paced, start-up environment.

Compensation & Benefits -

• Your paycheck: Competitive salary based on experience, ranging from $400,000 - $500,000 annually.
• Health and wellness: Comprehensive plans with medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus a Flexible Spending Account (FSA) for eligible healthcare expenses.
• Future nest egg: 403(b) retirement plan with an employer match of 3.5%, helping you save for your future.
• Relax and recharge: Generous time off, including paid time off, sick time, and paid holidays.
• We have you covered: Comprehensive paid leave for family and medical needs, ensuring you have the support you need during important times.

This role is based in Boston, MA or Philadelphia, PA with an expectation of minimum 3 days per week in office.

Every Cure is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.