Chief Medical Officer

Aspire Life Sciences Search; Greater London; Remote; GBP 100,000 - 200,000; Part time

Job summary

An innovative biotech company is seeking an experienced Chief Medical Officer or Senior Medical Director with a strong background in oncology. This unique role offers the flexibility of a part-time consultancy with the potential for a full-time leadership transition. You will play a pivotal role in shaping the clinical development of groundbreaking therapies aimed at previously undruggable cancer targets. Collaborate with world-class scientists and advisors while contributing to a mission-driven organization focused on revolutionizing cancer treatment. If you are passionate about breakthrough science and making a significant impact, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Remote working arrangement

Optional monthly travel

Collaboration with world-class scientists

Influential role in shaping a pipeline

Qualifications

• Significant experience in oncology and clinical leadership roles.
• Proven track record in overseeing IND-enabling activities.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical leadership for early-phase oncology programs.
• Oversee IND-enabling activities and regulatory submissions.
• Engage with KOLs and manage CRO relationships.

Skills

Oncology expertise

Clinical leadership

Regulatory submissions

Protocol design

Collaboration with KOLs

Education

Medical degree

Experience in oncology

Job description

We’re searching for an experienced Chief Medical Officer or Senior Medical Director with Oncology expertise to join our client. This is a part-time and remote consultancy role with potential for a full-time leadership transition as programs progress.

The contract is for 20 hours per week.

Why apply?

This is a unique opportunity to take on a clinical leadership role at an innovative biotech company focused on developing first-in-class therapies for previously undruggable cancer targets. You’ll have the chance to shape the early clinical development of a cutting-edge oncology pipeline with the flexibility to start as a part-time consultant and potentially transition to a full-time leadership position. If you’re driven by breakthrough science and aspire to make a significant impact in cancer treatment, this role could be the perfect fit for you.

Who are they?

A pioneering biotech company grounded in strong scientific expertise and supported by global partnerships. Their proprietary discovery platform enables targeted protein degradation beyond the capabilities of traditional approaches. With a highly differentiated pipeline and a lead candidate on track for IND submission later this year, they are entering a transformative phase of growth. A collaborative, international team shares a mission to revolutionise cancer treatment and improve patient outcomes.

Key responsibilities

• Provide clinical leadership for early-phase oncology programs, focusing on solid tumors such as breast and prostate cancer.
• Oversee IND-enabling activities, including protocol design and preparation of regulatory submissions.
• Partner with medical writers, key opinion leaders (KOLs), and clinical operations teams to ensure trial readiness.
• Lead site selection, investigator engagement, and oversee CRO and vendor relationships.
• Represent the clinical function in investor meetings and scientific advisory boards.
• Contribute strategically and operationally as part of a lean, cross-functional team.

What is on offer

• Begin with a part-time consultancy role (20 hours per week), with potential for a full-time leadership transition as programs progress.
• Remote working arrangement, complemented by optional monthly travel.
• Collaborate with world-class scientists and advisors.
• Play an influential role in shaping a pipeline with blockbuster potential.
• Join a mission-driven, science-first company offering a long-term leadership opportunity.

Recruitment process

Applications are open now, and initial interviews are expected to take place by the end of May 2025. The start date is flexible based on candidate availability. Our goal is to make a long-term hire to grow alongside the company.

Your consultant

James Trott is Director of Aspire Life Sciences. His expertise lies in building executive teams for biotech and health-tech organisations. With a commitment to integrity, personalised service, and honest dialogue. Connecting top talent with some of the most exciting opportunities in the market. Connect with James.

At Aspire Life Sciences we are a specialist life sciences search partner dedicated to identifying exceptional leadership talent for cutting-edge companies. We are proud to have been retained for this search.

Seniority level

• Not Applicable

Employment type

• Contract

Job function

• Science, Management, and Strategy/Planning
• Industries: Pharmaceutical Manufacturing, Medical Practices, and Biotechnology Research