Clinical Development Medical Director - Rheumatology

Novartis; London; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading pharmaceutical company is seeking a Clinical Development Medical Director specializing in Rheumatology. This role involves overseeing the scientific and clinical strategy of clinical trials, ensuring high-quality data and safety management. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in drug development and a strong background in Rheumatology, contributing to clinical plans and mentoring colleagues.

Qualifications

• MD (or equivalent), preferably with Rheumatology training.
• 4+ years of clinical practice experience.
• Advanced knowledge in Rheumatology and clinical research.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical leadership and medical strategic input.
• Drive execution of the program with global functions.
• Oversee scientific review of trial data.

Skills

Clinical leadership

Scientific partnership

Knowledge of GCP

Trial design

Regulatory processes

Education

MD or equivalent

Job description

Clinical Development Medical Director - Rheumatology

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Summary

As a Clinical Development Medical Director - Rheumatology, you will be responsible for the scientific and clinical strategy of assigned clinical trials, scientific monitoring, and reporting of quality data.

About The Role

The Clinical Development Medical Director (CDMD) is the clinical leader of defined program level activities (e.g., submission activities, briefing books, clinical study reports, etc.) and/or a large, complex trial, under the leadership of the Global Program Clinical Head (GPCH). May also lead a section of a clinical program (e.g., an indication, a new formulation, or a specific development phase).

Major Accountabilities

• Provide clinical leadership and medical strategic input for deliverables in the assigned project/program, including protocol sections, data review, regulatory documents, and publications.
• Drive execution of the program in partnership with global functions, Trial Directors, and regional medical teams.
• Oversee scientific review of trial data, possibly acting as study medical monitor.
• Support overall safety of the molecule, contribute to safety reporting, and be part of safety management teams.
• Contribute to clinical development plans and standards, and support interactions with external and internal partners.
• Collaborate with research and business development teams on project transitions and target identification.
• Mentor and develop clinical colleagues, participate in training, and serve as a scientific speaker when needed.

Minimum Requirements

• MD (or equivalent), preferably with Rheumatology training.
• 4+ years of clinical practice experience (including residency).
• Advanced knowledge in Rheumatology and clinical research, with 5+ years in drug development.
• Experience in conducting global clinical trials in phases I-IV.
• Strong scientific partnership skills, knowledge of GCP, trial design, and regulatory processes.
• People management experience preferred, especially at the global level.