Planet Pharma
CLINICAL DIRECTOR/LEAD – UK
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Clinical Director/Lead – UK
Location: -, Greater London
Category: Other
Salary: Apply for details
Country: Belgium
Employment: Direct Hire/Perm
Worksite: On-Site
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Job Description
Join Our Team as a Clinical Director/Lead – UK
Are you a seasoned clinical development professional ready to lead groundbreaking therapies and shape the future of healthcare? We are seeking a dynamic Clinical Director/Lead to oversee and drive clinical operations. This pivotal role places you at the heart of our innovative projects, guiding cross-functional teams, managing complex trials, and ensuring operational excellence from early development through post-approval activities. If you’re passionate about leading teams, strategizing clinical development, and making a tangible impact in the biotech industry, this is your opportunity to thrive with a forward-thinking organization.
What You’ll Bring
- Proven leadership experience with at least 15 years in Clinical Development, including managing global or regional trial portfolios.
- Strong expertise in clinical operations, including trial management, budget oversight, and regulatory interactions.
- Excellent stakeholder management skills, with the ability to build effective internal and external relationships.
- Solid understanding of global drug development strategies and regulatory requirements, including ICH GCP guidelines.
- Exceptional organizational skills, capable of handling multiple projects with precision and strategic oversight.
- Fluency in English, with outstanding verbal and written communication abilities.
- Proven experience working with outsourced models, overseeing CROs and collaborators.
- A background in rare diseases or auto-immune conditions is a plus.
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Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Medical, Biomedical Sciences, Pharmacy, Veterinary, or a related field.
- Deep knowledge of ICH GCP and other regulatory standards.
- Prior experience in leadership roles within biotech or pharmaceutical industries.
Additional Requirements
- Willingness to travel as needed for clinical site visits, meetings, and regulatory inspections.
- Strong commitment to continuous improvement, quality, and compliance.
- Ability to foster a collaborative, innovative, and high-performance team environment.
Take the next step in your leadership journey and become a key driver of clinical success. If you’re ready to influence global drug development strategies and advance your career in a stimulating environment, we encourage you to apply now!
Equal Opportunity Employer
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified candidates regardless of race, sex, gender identity or expression, disability, age, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws and regulations. It is our policy not to discriminate against any applicant or employee, and we are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful work environment across all locations in which we operate. We believe that diversity, equity, and inclusion are fundamental to our mission and enhance our ability to serve clients globally. If you have a disability or require any reasonable accommodations during the application or interview process, please inform your recruiter or contact us directly so that we can explore the appropriate arrangements.
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