UCB
Clinical Development Physician (UK)
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We are looking for a strategic, collaborative, and science-driven Clinical Development Physician (Director) to join our Global Clinical Development team in Slough, UK.
About the role
As a Clinical Development Physician, you will be accountable for the medical integrity and strategic direction of clinical development programs. Acting as the medical expert for assigned assets, you will ensure the program reflects current scientific knowledge, clinical best practices, and evolving healthcare landscapes. You will play a critical leadership role in shaping development strategies, driving execution, and delivering high-quality clinical outcomes that support global patient access.
Who you’ll work with
You will collaborate with cross-functional global teams, including clinical development, medical affairs, regulatory, and biometrics, as well as engage with external stakeholders such as investigators, regulatory authorities, and key opinion leaders.
You may also lead clinical development teams or programs, contributing to both strategic leadership and operational execution.
What you’ll do
- Lead medical strategy and execution for clinical development programs
- Ensure scientific integrity across protocols, reports, and development plans
- Provide medical oversight, monitoring, and benefit-risk assessment
- Contribute to regulatory submissions and global health authority interactions
- Build and maintain relationships with investigators and external stakeholders
- Represent the organization at scientific forums and conferences
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Interested? For this role we’re looking for the following education, experience and skills
Minimum Qualifications
- Medical Degree (M.D.) with active licensure or equivalent
- Minimum 5 years’ experience in a clinical or academic setting (e.g., academic physician or investigator involved in clinical trials) or in medical affairs within the biopharmaceutical industry OR
- Minimum of 3 years’ experience in clinical development in the biopharmaceutical industry.
Preferred Qualifications
- Advanced certification in pharmaceutical medicine
- Experience with regulators and health authorities
- Leadership in clinical development programs
- Strong knowledge of global clinical and regulatory requirements
- Ability to lead cross-functional, matrixed teams
- Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills
- Experience collaborating with global and diverse teams
Internal applicants
Internal applicants should be in their current job for at least 12 months, must meet performance standards and are not on formal corrective/disciplinary process (PIP), warning, final warning, or compliance warning letters within the last 12 months. Please inform your Manager or your Talent Partner before applying to any internal job opportunities.
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At UCB, we’ve embraced a hybrid-first approach to work, bringing teams together in local hubs to foster collaborative curiosity. Unless expressly stated in the description, this role is hybrid with 40% of your time spent in the office, irrespective of your current contractual agreement. Should your current working arrangements differ, please contact your Talent Partner to discuss, before submitting your application.
UCB is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions will be made without regard to any characteristic protected by applicable laws.
Should you require any adjustments to our process to assist you in demonstrating your strengths and capabilities contact us on EMEA-Reasonable_Accommodation@ucb.com. Please note should your enquiry not relate to adjustments; we will not be able to support you through this channel.
Requisition ID: 93539
Recruiter: Kelly Dickinson
Hiring Manager: Marga Oortgiesen
Talent Partner: Katie Coyle
Job Level: SM II
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