Clinical Trial Lead

Astellas Pharma Inc.; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading pharmaceutical company is seeking a Clinical Trial Lead (CTL) for their Oncology Early Development team. This permanent, full-time position offers a hybrid working model and is responsible for orchestrating clinical trials, ensuring compliance, and leading diverse teams to meet project goals.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience managing oncology clinical trials globally or in Europe.
• Proven project management and trial leadership skills.
• Strong understanding of ICH/GCP guidelines and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily operations of clinical trials to ensure timely and compliant completion.
• Lead cross-functional trial teams, overseeing vendor activities and trial performance.
• Develop core study documents and systems to ensure operational excellence.

Skills

Project Management

Communication

Leadership

Clinical Development Processes

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent

Job description

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Clinical Trial Lead (CTL) – Oncology Early Development

About Astellas: At Astellas, we are a progressive health partner dedicated to delivering value and outcomes where needed. We focus on innovative science, prioritizing areas with high potential and developing solutions for patient needs, often in rare or underserved disease areas. We work directly with patients, healthcare professionals, and regulators to ensure patient-centric development and access to therapies.

The Opportunity: As the Clinical Team Lead, you will be responsible for planning, setting up, and executing assigned drug trials, including interventional, pharmacology, and post-marketing trials. You will lead cross-functional teams to ensure efficient trial setup, execution, and compliance. This role is based in the UK, with a hybrid working model.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage daily operations of clinical trials to ensure timely and compliant completion.
• Lead cross-functional trial teams, overseeing vendor activities and trial performance.
• Guide team members in deliverables, timelines, and quality standards.
• Develop core study documents and systems to ensure operational excellence.
• Collaborate across functions for risk mitigation and trial progress.

Essential Knowledge & Experience:

• Extensive experience managing oncology clinical trials globally or in Europe.
• Proven project management and trial leadership skills.
• Strong understanding of clinical development processes, trial design, and monitoring.
• Knowledge of ICH/GCP guidelines and regulatory requirements.
• Excellent communication, administrative, and computer skills.

Preferred Experience:

• Deep knowledge of clinical trial processes and design.

Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent.

Additional Information:

• Permanent full-time role based in the UK.
• Hybrid working with at least 1 day per quarter in the office.
• Equal opportunity employer.