Director Clinical Development

Medical Director – Oncology Clinical Development

Location: UK (Hybrid/Flexible)

Contract: 4-5 months approx.

We are seeking an experienced Medical Director – Oncology Clinical Development to join a leading global biopharmaceutical organisation. This is an exciting opportunity for a physician with strong oncology expertise to play a key role in the clinical development of innovative cancer therapies, from early-phase studies through to regulatory approval and market launch.

The Role

As Medical Director, you will lead the medical and scientific aspects of oncology clinical development programmes, working across multidisciplinary global teams to design, execute and oversee Phase I–III clinical trials. You will collaborate with internal stakeholders and external experts to drive high-quality clinical research and deliver transformational treatments for patients.

Key Responsibilities

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• Lead the design, development and execution of Phase I–III oncology clinical trials.
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• Provide medical oversight throughout the clinical development lifecycle, from protocol development to final study reports.
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• Review and interpret clinical data, including safety, efficacy, pharmacokinetic/pharmacodynamic and patient-reported outcomes.
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• Support real-time medical monitoring, patient eligibility reviews and safety assessments.
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• Collaborate closely with Regulatory Affairs, Pharmacovigilance, Biostatistics, Research and Medical Affairs teams.
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• Contribute to clinical study reports, regulatory submissions and responses to health authority queries.
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• Build and maintain strong relationships with Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs), investigators and external scientific experts.
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• Represent Clinical Development on cross-functional strategy teams and contribute to disease area planning.
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About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

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• MD (or equivalent) with board certification or board eligibility in Medical Oncology, Haematology, Radiation Oncology or Internal Medicine with oncology experience.
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• At least 3 years' experience within the pharmaceutical, biotechnology or clinical research environment.
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• Strong understanding of oncology clinical drug development and experience supporting clinical trials.
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• Knowledge of ICH-GCP guidelines and global regulatory requirements.
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• Experience interpreting clinical data and contributing to regulatory documentation.
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• Excellent communication, leadership and stakeholder management skills.
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Desirable Experience

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• MD/PhD or an additional advanced degree (PhD, MPH, MBA or equivalent).
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• 5+ years' pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry experience.
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• Experience leading oncology clinical development programmes.
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• Strong understanding of oncology treatment landscapes, clinical practice guidelines and competitor activities.
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• Board certification in Oncology strongly preferred
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Why Apply?

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• Work on innovative oncology medicines with the potential to transform patient outcomes.
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• Collaborate with internationally recognised experts in oncology research.
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• Join a highly collaborative global clinical development team.
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• Excellent opportunities for career growth and professional development.
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• Competitive salary, bonus and comprehensive benefits package.
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If you are a physician with a passion for oncology research and clinical development, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to help shape the future of cancer treatment.