Head Of Research

CK Group- Science, Clinical and Technical; Ringway; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing early-stage Biotechnology company near Manchester is seeking a Head of Research. In this pivotal role, you will lead the oncology program from GLP tox through a first-in-human trial, managing stakeholders and regulatory processes. Ideal candidates will have a degree or PhD, proven project management skills, and experience in coordinating Phase I/II clinical trials. This position offers a competitive salary between £70,000 and £100,000.

Qualifications

• Proven and successful project manager with experience in coordinating Phase I/II trials.
• Familiarity with CTA or IND submission and tracking.
• Experience in managing CROs and vendors.

Responsibilities

• Lead the oncology program from GLP tox to Phase I trial.
• Compile and submit CTA/IND, manage regulatory correspondence.
• Engage with stakeholders and support protocol development.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Oncology knowledge

Knowledge of GxP and ICH

Education

Degree in Life Sciences or PhD (preferred)

Job description

CK Group are recruiting for a Head of Research to join a growing early-stage Biotechnology company based near Manchester on a permanent basis. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced scientific leader with a proven life science background in early drug discovery and driving projects into First-in Human/clinics.

The Role

This is a key operational role, where you will be responsible for driving our clients oncology programme from final GLP tox through to a first-in-human Phase I trial. You will be main point of contact and take ownership for coordinating CROs, stakeholders, vendors, and regulators to drive this exciting project to clinic.

Salary

£70,000 - £100,000

Responsibilities

• Project leadership – build and maintain the integrated project plan for GLP tox, CMC, regulatory, and clinical work‑streams.
• Compile and submit CTA/IND, ethics track RFIs, manage agency correspondence (MHRA, FDA, EMA).
• Vendor & CRO management.
• Support protocol development, investigator brochure, site selection.
• Stakeholder engagement and management.

Your Background

• Degree qualified/ PhD (preferred) with working knowledge ononcology, liposomes or gene therapy.
• Proven and successful Project Manager with wealth of experience coordinating or managing Phase I/II trials (CRO, biotech or NHS R&D).
• Experience with CTA or IND submission and tracking.
• Familiar with GxP, ICH, and MHRA processes.

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