Clinical Scientist - Associate Director in City of London

Energy Jobline ZR; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A global pharmaceutical company is seeking an experienced Clinical Scientist at the Associate Director level to join their neuroscience team in London. This role involves leading clinical trial design and collaborating with various teams to ensure compliance with regulatory standards. The ideal candidate will have a PhD and approximately 5 years of industry experience in clinical development. Competitive compensation and office presence of 60% are required.

Qualifications

• Approximately 5 years of industry experience in clinical development, preferably in neuroscience.
• Strong understanding of clinical trial design, regulatory requirements, and Good Clinical Practice (GCP).
• Demonstrated ability to analyze complex clinical data.

Responsibilities

• Lead the scientific design and oversight of clinical trials in neuroscience.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to enhance execution of clinical programs.
• Serve as a key liaison with external stakeholders and contribute to regulatory submissions.

Skills

Communication skills

Collaboration skills

Leadership skills

Data analysis

Education

PhD in a relevant scientific discipline

Job description

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Job Description

ARTO is currently partnered with a Global Pharmaceutical company who are looking at a period of sustained growth after a recent approval at the proof of concept phase. Their therapeutic focus spans Neuroscience, Immunology (Dermatology) and also Oncology, with assets both in early and late phase development.

We are seeking an experienced Clinical Scientist (Associate Director level) to join our neuroscience team and contribute to the design and execution of clinical development programs.

This role could support candidates based in either London or Paris, with an office presence of 60% required.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the scientific design, strategy, and oversight of clinical trials in neuroscience or related therapeutic areas.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams, including clinical operations, regulatory, medical affairs, and biometrics, to ensure clinical programs are executed efficiently and in compliance with regulatory standards.
• Provide medical and scientific expertise to support protocol development, study design, and data interpretation.
• Serve as a key liaison with external stakeholders, including investigators, key opinion leaders, and academic partners.
• Contribute to regulatory submissions, clinical study reports, and publications, ensuring scientific rigor and accuracy.
• Mentor and support junior clinical team members, fostering a culture of collaboration and scientific excellence.

Required Qualifications

• PhD in a relevant scientific discipline.
• Approximately 5 years of industry experience in clinical development, preferably in neuroscience, but not required.
• Strong understanding of clinical trial design, regulatory requirements, and Good Clinical Practice (GCP).
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and leadership skills.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze complex clinical data and translate findings into actionable insights.

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