Clinical Development Medical Director

SRG; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare recruiting firm is seeking a Clinical Development Medical Director to lead global clinical strategy and execution for key development programs. This temporary role requires a physician with strong expertise in neuroscience and experience in clinical research and drug development. The role involves oversight of clinical trials, regulatory submissions, and safety monitoring, along with collaboration across cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• ≥4 years clinical practice experience.
• ≥5 years in clinical research or global drug development.
• Strong scientific acumen in neuroscience.

Responsibilities

• Lead clinical strategy for assigned programs.
• Provide medical oversight for clinical trials.
• Ensure safety monitoring and benefit-risk assessments.

Skills

Clinical research

Leadership in a global matrix environment

Excellent communication skills

Deep knowledge of ICH-GCP

Education

MD or equivalent medical degree

Job description

This range is provided by SRG. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

Clinical Development Medical Director

Contract Type: Temporary

Duration: 12 months (initial)

We are closely collaborating with a top global pharmaceutical company, supporting their search for a Clinical Development Medical Director that is needed within their team. This 12 month contract is suited exclusively to physicians in the pharmaceutical industry with experience in Neurology/Neuroscience Clinical Trials.

You will be responsible for leading global clinical strategy and execution for key development programs. You will provide medical oversight, drive regulatory submissions, and collaborate with cross‑functional teams to bring innovative therapies to patients worldwide.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead clinical strategy and deliverables across assigned programs and trials
• Develop and review clinical sections of regulatory documents and submissions
• Provide medical oversight and act as medical monitor for clinical trials
• Ensure safety monitoring and benefit‑risk assessments in collaboration with Patient Safety
• Represent the company in interactions with regulatory authorities, KOLs, and advisory boards
• Contribute to internal training, mentoring, and global clinical initiatives

Requirements & Experience

• MD or equivalent medical degree with ≥4 years clinical practice experience
• ≥5 years in clinical research or global drug development (Phases I–IV) in pharma or CRO settings
• Strong scientific acumen and therapeutic area expertise needed – WITHIN NEUROSCIENCE
• Proven ability to lead in a global matrix environment; people management experience preferred
• Deep knowledge of ICH‑GCP, clinical trial design, and regulatory processes
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and conflict resolution skills

To Apply

If you are interested and want to find out more about this role, please click to apply or contact Theo Charles to discuss further.

Seniority level

Director

Employment type

Temporary

Job function

Health Care Provider, Consulting, and Project Management

Industries

Hospitals and Health Care and Medical Practices