Expression of Interest: Medical Directors (MD)

Novartis; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading pharmaceutical company is seeking a Medical Director in London to provide strategic clinical leadership and drive the execution of clinical trials. Candidates must possess an MD and have substantial experience in clinical research, along with specialization in key therapeutic areas. The role involves collaboration with global teams to ensure the safe progression of innovative therapies.

Qualifications

• Clinical research or drug development experience required.
• 4+ years clinical practice experience preferred.
• Specialization in Radioligand therapy, Immunology, Rheumatology, Dermatology, Nephrology, or Oncology.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic medical input and clinical leadership.
• Lead development of clinical regulatory documents.
• Drive execution of clinical trials.
• Support safety oversight in clinical trials.
• Contribute to clinical development planning.

Skills

Strong understanding of GCP

Clinical trial design

Regulatory processes

Effective communication

Education

MD or equivalent medical degree

Job description

Summary

Are you ready to reimagine medicine and make a real impact on patients’ lives? At Novartis, we’re not just developing treatments—we’re transforming the future of healthcare. As a Medical Director, you’ll be at the forefront of clinical innovation, guiding breakthrough therapies from concept to reality. You’ll collaborate with world-class scientists, clinicians, and cross-functional teams to shape strategies that matter. If you’re passionate about science, driven by purpose, and eager to lead with integrity in a global environment—we want to hear from you!

About the Role

Novartis is growing and we regularly have openings for Medical Director across our R&D function in London and Dublin.

Key Responsibilities

• Clinical Leadership: Provide strategic medical input and leadership for all clinical deliverables within assigned projects or clinical programs.
• Regulatory Documentation: Lead the development of clinical sections for trial and program-level regulatory documents (e.g., protocols, investigator brochures, clinical study reports).
• Program Execution: Drive the execution of clinical trials in collaboration with global line functions, Global Trial Directors, and regional/country medical associates.
• Safety Oversight: Support the Global Program Clinical Head (GPCH) in ensuring the safety of the molecule, including participation in the Safety Management Team and collaboration with Patient Safety colleagues.
• Strategic Planning: Contribute to the Clinical Development Plan (CDP), Integrated Development Plan (IDP), and disease area clinical standards.
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Act as a medical expert in interactions with internal stakeholders (e.g., Translational Medicine, Business Development & Licensing) and external partners.
• Innovation & Transition: Support the transition of pre-proof-of-concept (PoC) projects to full development and contribute to target identification and due diligence processes.

Qualifications

• Education: MD or equivalent medical degree required.
• Experience:
  • Clinical research or drug development.
  • Clinical practice experience (4+ years including residency) preferred.
  • We are looking for physicians with specialization and deep expertise in our core therapeutic areas including Radioligand therapy (RLT), Immunology, Rheumatology, Dermatology, Nephrology, Oncology, T-Charge (CAR-T).
• Skills:
  • Strong understanding of GCP, clinical trial design, and regulatory processes.
  • Proven ability to interpret and present clinical data.
  • Effective communicator with experience in matrixed, global environments.

Novartis is committed to building an outstanding, inclusive work environment and diverse teams representing the patients and communities we serve.

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Location United Kingdom

Site London (The Westworks)

Alternative Location 1 Dublin (NOCC), Ireland

Functional Area Research & Development

Employment Type Regular

Shift Work No