Medical Director Full Time NEW

Shape the Future of Medicine
An exceptional opportunity exists for an experienced and forward-thinking Medical Director to join a pioneering organisation at the forefront of precision geromedicine, lifestyle medicine, and longevity science.
This is a rare chance to step into a leadership role within a globally ambitious institute redefining how healthcare is delivered—shifting the focus from disease treatment to healthspan optimisation, performance, and preventative care.

About the Organisation
Our purpose is simple yet transformative: to help people live healthier, longer lives.
By combining:

• Advanced precision diagnostics
• AI-driven risk prediction
• Digitally enabled clinical care
• Evidence-based lifestyle and longevity interventions

We are building a new model of care that operates at both population health level and through highly personalised programs.

Our clinical, research, and innovation arms are collectively shaping the future of healthy ageing and preventive medicine.

The Opportunity
Reporting to the Chief Medical Officer, the Medical Director will play a pivotal leadership role in delivering clinical excellence, driving operational performance, and embedding lifestyle medicine into everyday care delivery.
You will act as a key ambassador within the Abu Dhabi healthcare ecosystem while leading a multidisciplinary clinical team committed to patient-centred, preventative care.

Key Responsibilities
Clinical & Operational Leadership

• Lead day-to-day clinical operations and ensure delivery of high-quality, patient-centred care
• Integrate lifestyle and preventive medicine into standard clinical pathways
• Implement clinical protocols, guidelines, and continuous improvement initiatives

Stakeholder Engagement & Representation

• Build strong relationships with healthcare providers, regulators, and community stakeholders
• Act as a key liaison with Abu Dhabi health authorities
• Represent the organisation at industry forums, events, and conferences

Medical Leadership & Team Development

• Support recruitment, mentoring, and development of high-performing medical teams
• Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous learning
• Conduct performance reviews and support professional development

Quality, Governance & Compliance

• Ensure full compliance with UAE healthcare regulations and patient safety standards
• Drive quality improvement initiatives and clinical governance frameworks
• Maintain excellence in patient care outcomes and service delivery

Patient Experience & Community Impact

• Champion personalised, preventative care models
• Enhance patient engagement, education, and satisfaction
• Tailor services to meet the needs of a diverse and multicultural population

About You

You are a clinically credible and strategically minded medical leader with a passion for preventive, lifestyle, and longevity medicine.
Essential:

• MBBS / MD with specialist training in Family Medicine or Internal Medicine
• Board Certification (or international equivalent)
• 10-15+ years clinical experience, including 5+ years in lifestyle/preventive care
• Strong understanding of clinical governance and healthcare regulations

Highly Regarded:

• Certification in Lifestyle Medicine (IBLM / ABLM)
• Subspecialty training in Geriatrics, Endocrinology, or Cardiology
• Experience in digital health, precision medicine, or innovative care models

Key Strengths:

• Influential leadership and stakeholder engagement skills
• Operational excellence and systems thinking
• Passion for patient-centred, preventative healthcare
• Ability to thrive in a dynamic, high-growth environment

Why This Role?

• Lead at the cutting edge of longevity and precision medicine
• Join a vision-driven, innovation-led organisation
• Influence healthcare delivery at both individual and population levels
• Work in a globally connected, rapidly evolving healthcare market
• Attractive executive package and relocation support available

Please note that our brief from the client specifies that we only present candidates with an Australian or New Zealand passport.  Candidates from other jurisdictions can email me directly and I can provide a mechanism for applying directly.

For additional information contact:
Vincent Borg (Ph) 0417 787 181 or email vborg@sladegroup.com.au