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Remote Lupus Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

Remote Lupus information

What is a remote lupus job?

Remote lupus jobs refer to employment opportunities that allow individuals with lupus, or those interested in supporting lupus patients, to work from home or any location outside of a traditional office setting. These positions can include roles such as patient support specialists, health educators, telehealth nurses, advocacy coordinators, and administrative roles within lupus-focused organizations. Remote jobs offer flexibility and can help manage the unique health needs of lupus patients by reducing commuting stress and exposure to potential health risks. Many non-profit organizations, healthcare providers, and companies offer these types of positions to accommodate and support those affected by lupus.

What is the difference between Remote Lupus vs Remote Rheumatologist?

AspectRemote LupusRemote Rheumatologist
Required CredentialsMedical degree, Rheumatology certification, State medical licenseMedical degree, Rheumatology certification, State medical license
Work EnvironmentTelehealth platform, administrative support, patient consultationsTelehealth or in-clinic, patient diagnosis, treatment planning
Industry UsageSpecialist in autoimmune diseases, including lupusSpecialist in autoimmune and musculoskeletal disorders
Common Search/ComparisonYesYes

Remote Lupus and Remote Rheumatologist roles both require medical credentials and focus on autoimmune diseases. While Remote Lupus specialists primarily manage lupus patients via telehealth, Remote Rheumatologists handle a broader range of musculoskeletal and autoimmune conditions remotely. The key difference lies in specialization scope, with rheumatologists covering more diverse disorders, but both roles share similar credentials and work environments.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a remote lupus specialist?

To thrive as a Remote Lupus Specialist, you need a medical degree, board certification in rheumatology, and in-depth knowledge of autoimmune diseases like lupus. Familiarity with telemedicine platforms, electronic health records (EHRs), and secure patient communication tools is essential. Strong empathy, patient education skills, and the ability to collaborate remotely with multidisciplinary teams set excellent specialists apart. These skills ensure accurate diagnosis, effective treatment, and ongoing support for lupus patients in a virtual care setting.
What are the most commonly searched types of Lupus jobs in California? The most popular types of Lupus jobs in California are:
What job categories do people searching Remote Lupus jobs in California look for? The top searched job categories for Remote Lupus jobs in California are:
What cities in California are hiring for Remote Lupus jobs? Cities in California with the most Remote Lupus job openings:
Infographic showing various Remote Lupus job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 100% Remote job distribution.

Senior Medical Director, Rheumatology

Alumis

South San Francisco, CA • On-site, Remote

$300K - $358K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 2 days ago


Job description

We are seeking an experienced Senior Medical Director in Clinical Development who will be involved across the full scope of rheumatology and autoimmune clinical drug development activities from discovery research through first in human, POC, and Phase 3 studies. The role will include leadership of one or more studies within the portfolio and will work closely with all members of the cross-functional asset team, to apply full clinical knowledge to successfully advance clinical programs as well as the overall asset strategy.

Principal Responsibilities 
  • Serve as the physician lead for LUMUS, a 388-patient Phase 2b clinical trial designed to evaluate the efficacy, safety, and pharmacokinetics of multiple doses of ESK-001 in adult patients with moderately to severely active, autoantibody-positive SLE. 
  • Provide leadership of in-stream data reviews and reconciliation efforts. 
  • Hold authorship of clinical portions of key study documents, such as Protocol Amendments and Regulatory Submissions. 
  • Provide oversight of the LUMUS medical monitor. Participates in external scientific engagement, including peer-to-peer interactions with MDs. 
  • Broadly represent the interests of Alumis as a leader, supporting corporate initiatives across rheumatology.
  • Coach, manage, inspire, and support team members to achieve goals by leveraging a focused and collaborative mindset. 
  • Maintain the highest levels of integrity and standards for scientific inquiry in drug development. 
Primary Goals During the opening months on the job, this Senior Medical Director will be expected to focus on the following objectives: 
  1. Earn the full trust and respect of key internal and external stakeholders by establishing a reputation as a strategic and highly productive partner.
  2. Provide hands-on leadership, apply knowledge and expertise, and partner seamlessly with the operations team to help make LUMUS thrive.
  3. Focus on improving and maintaining study data quality, including cross-referencing of the main efficacy endpoints.
Candidate Requirements 
  • MD (or ex-US equivalent) with board certification in Rheumatology.
  •  5+ years of clinical development experience; having a background in lupus clinical trials is desired.
  •  Proven leadership skills, as evidenced by having managed people within a pharmaceutical company or in a clinical/academic environment.
  •  Ability to assess, understand, and communicate continuously expanding medical and scientific information.
  •  Proven professional track record of strategic, organizational, and executional skills to support project planning across multiple activities, with the ability to anticipate and prioritize one's workload across multiple projects of equal importance.
  •  Proven ability to approach deliverables in an organized manner with attention to detail and to meet timelines in a fast-paced environment.
  •  Established ability to work across diverse teams in a matrixed organizational structure, both as a leader and as part of a cross-functional team.
  •  Strong interpersonal, influencing, presentation, and communications skills (both written and verbal) to effectively address all levels within an organization.
  •  Ability to work autonomously and with a high level of independence.
  •  Willingness to travel to Alumis' HQ in South San Francisco for one week out of every month

This position is located in South San Francisco, CA and employees are expected to be onsite Tuesday-Thursday. Open to remote applicants with requirement to be onsite once a month.

The salary range for this position is $300,000 USD to $358,000 USD annually. This salary range is an estimate, and the actual salary may vary based on the Company's compensation practices.