Medical Director

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Job Title: Medical Director Location: Hybrid (Base Location: Kolkata, India) Reporting To: Chief Executive Officer Type: Full-Time | Senior Leadership Role Experience Required: 10–15 years About iKure iKure is a pioneering healthcare enterprise on a mission to deliver affordable, accessible, and quality primary healthcare to underserved populations across India and beyond. By seamlessly integrating medical expertise, cutting-edge technology, and a community-centric approach, iKure has touched over 12 million lives across 8 states in India. Our innovative platform, WHIMS (Wireless Health Incident Monitoring System), enables efficient data capture, disease surveillance, and continuity of care. Through our ecosystem of health workers, mobile clinics, smart clinics, and telemedicine, we bring last-mile healthcare solutions to the most remote corners of the country. iKure has partnered with leading global institutions including IIT Mumbai, Johns Hopkins, World Economic Forum, and several national and international NGOs and government bodies, reinforcing our role at the intersection of clinical care, technology, and public health. Position Overview We are looking for an accomplished and visionary Medical Director to provide strategic clinical leadership as we scale our interventions across India and expand globally. This is a critical role that sits at the confluence of medicine, public health, and MedTech innovation. The Medical Director will guide iKure’s medical agenda, drive excellence in clinical operations, ensure high-quality standards, and play a central role in integrating evidence-based medicine with technology-enabled care models. The position offers a hybrid work model, with Kolkata as the base location for core leadership collaboration and field program oversight. This role is ideal for someone who combines deep clinical knowledge, a strong grasp of health system challenges, and a global vision for transformative impact. Key Responsibilities · Drive the medical vision and lead strategic initiatives across clinical programs, research, and innovations. · Ensure quality, compliance, and effectiveness of all clinical services, protocols, and care delivery models. · Lead the development of scalable and sustainable public health programs aligned with community needs and health outcomes. · Champion the integration of MedTech and digital tools (e.g., WHIMS, AI/ML, remote monitoring) into healthcare workflows and systems. · Oversee clinical research design, data analysis, scientific publications, and health impact assessments. · Represent iKure with regulatory bodies, health ministries, academic partners, and global collaborators. · Mentor and lead a multidisciplinary team of clinicians, researchers, and public health professionals. · Support global knowledge exchange and explore partnership opportunities in countries like Indonesia and beyond. Required Qualifications · MBBS/MD or equivalent medical degree (specialization preferred). · 10–15 years of progressive experience in clinical research, public health, or medical leadership roles. · Demonstrated experience in clinical governance, program design, and health systems management. · Deep understanding of public health frameworks, especially in resource-constrained or rural settings. · Proven track record in leveraging technology/MedTech in clinical environments. · International project exposure or experience working with global health institutions is a strong asset. · Excellent interpersonal, analytical, and decision-making skills. What You Bring · A passion for equity in healthcare and a drive to make measurable social impact. · A visionary mindset to blend medicine with innovation and policy with grassroots implementation. · The ability to navigate complex, multidisciplinary environments with confidence and collaboration. Why This Role Matters As iKure enters its next phase of growth—scaling proven interventions across Indian states and preparing for global replication—the Medical Director will be instrumental in shaping the clinical backbone of this transformation. Your leadership will directly influence how millions receive preventive, primary, and continuous care across geographies. Show more Show less