Job Description
TAPPS is conducting a search on behalf of a stealth-mode startup that is building the future of cancer surveillance.
Our company is developing next-generation cancer screening and survivorship programs at the intersection of oncology, diagnostics, epidemiology, and AI-enabled technology. As we scale, we are hiring our first dedicated Medical Director to help architect the clinical foundation of the organization.
This is a highly visible, deputy-level role reporting directly to a Co-Founder. The ideal candidate is entrepreneurial, strategic, and excited to build in a fast-growing startup environment where scope and impact will expand quickly.
What You’ll Do:
Lead Clinical & Protocol Strategy
- Develop and refine medical protocols for pan-tumor cancer screening and surveillance programs
- Translate oncology best practices into scalable, AI-enabled care pathways
- Evaluate emerging diagnostic technologies and screening approaches
- Ensure clinical rigor and regulatory awareness across initiatives
Build Survivorship & Longitudinal Programs
- Design frameworks for recurrence monitoring and long-term follow-up
- Integrate risk stratification and supportive care into surveillance models
- Implement clinical programs within virtual or hybrid care delivery environments
Partner Across AI & Innovation
- Collaborate closely with AI and data science teams to operationalize clinical standards
- Interpret and validate AI-informed outputs within clinical context
- Help shape responsible, evidence-based integration of diagnostic innovation
Contribute to Scientific Leadership
- Guide translational research strategy and evidence generation
- Support publications, abstracts, and scientific positioning
- Serve as a credible medical voice externally
What We’re Looking For:
- MD (preferred) or PhD
- Strong oncology background, with experience in:
- Cancer screening and/or surveillance
- Oncology diagnostics or early detection
- Development of medical protocols
- Experience working cross-functionally with technical teams (AI, data science, diagnostics)
- Comfort operating in a visible, strategic, and hands-on role
- Entrepreneurial mindset and ability to thrive in an evolving startup environment
Why This Role Is Different
- First medical hire — shape the company’s clinical strategy
- Direct partnership with founders
- Broad, evolving scope with meaningful growth potential
- Opportunity to impact cancer detection and survivorship at scale