Head of Medical Clinical Science
Role Summary:
A leading organisation is seeking an experienced Head of Medical Clinical Science to drive clinical research and medical strategy within a transformative and innovative environment. This senior role offers an exciting opportunity for a medical professional to lead impactful clinical studies, ensuring scientific excellence and regulatory compliance.
As a key member of the Clinical Research and Development team, you will play a critical role in shaping clinical development plans, designing innovative studies, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to support regulatory claims. This position offers a high level of autonomy, competitive compensation, and the opportunity to work with leading experts in clinical science.
Key Responsibilities:
Clinical Development & Research Strategy
Co-develop Clinical Development Plans in collaboration with cross-functional teams.
Lead the design and execution of impactful clinical studies, with a focus on both diseased populations and consumer-driven research.
Provide medical and scientific expertise for clinical trials, ensuring compliance with ICH-GCP and regulatory standards.
Medical & Scientific Oversight
Lead the development and review of key clinical documents, including protocols, amendments, investigator brochures, informed consent forms, and statistical analysis plans.
Review study data, ensuring accuracy and alignment with regulatory and safety standards.
Ensure adherence to quality management systems and clinical safety reporting requirements.
Regulatory & Compliance Support
Contribute to regulatory submissions, including investigator brochures, risk reduction applications, and pre-market product applications.
Ensure study documentation meets global regulatory and ethical guidelines.
Participate in internal and external meetings with regulatory agencies, CROs, and key stakeholders.
Cross-Functional Leadership & Collaboration
Act as a key liaison between clinical study teams, regulatory affairs, quality, and safety teams.
Lead scientific discussions, publications, and data-sharing initiatives.
Work closely with external partners to enhance clinical research strategies.
Qualifications & Experience
MD, PharmD, or PhD with substantial experience in clinical research.
Expertise in clinical trial design, medical safety review, and regulatory processes.
Strong background in cross-functional project management within clinical research, pharmaceuticals, medical devices, or CROs.
Knowledge of ICH-GCP, medical safety assessments, and global regulatory frameworks.
Proficiency in data analysis, literature review, and clinical study reporting.
Strong technical skills in MS Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and citation management tools.
Fluency in English (written and spoken).
What’s in It for You?
Competitive compensation with senior-level career progression opportunities.
Opportunity to work alongside industry-leading experts in a collaborative and innovative environment.
Involvement in cutting-edge clinical research with real-world impact.
High degree of autonomy and strategic influence.
If you are a medical professional with a passion for clinical research and scientific innovation, we would love to hear from you.