Medical Affairs Associate

Proclinical Staffing; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading pharmaceutical company in the United Kingdom is seeking a Medical Affairs Associate to coordinate and manage the Investigator Initiated Research (IIR) program. This role involves ensuring compliance with global policies, overseeing ongoing studies, and collaborating with stakeholders. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in a scientific field and strong project management skills. Experience in contract negotiation is also essential for this contract role.

Qualifications

• Experience in contract creation and negotiation.
• Knowledge of clinical drug development processes and medical research regulations.
• Familiarity with medical terminology and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Act as the primary point of contact for affiliates and business partners.
• Negotiate and finalize contracts and amendments.
• Monitor and manage costs, timelines, scope, and risks.
• Maintain inspection-readiness through proper documentation.
• Track studies from protocol approval to close-out.

Skills

Strong writing, editing, and communication skills

Proven ability to work with cross-functional and cross-country teams

Demonstrated problem-solving and project management skills

Excellent organizational and self-management abilities

Problem-solving

Project management

Organizational skills

Knowledge of clinical drug development

Familiarity with medical terminology

Proficiency in project management tools

Education

Bachelor's degree in a scientific or health-related field

Tools

CTMS

Excel

Job description

Be the backbone of innovation and join a leading pharmaceutical company to help keep life‑changing science moving forward!

Proclinical is seeking a Medical Affairs Associate for a contract role within the medical affairs field. In this role, you will coordinate and manage the Investigator Initiated Research (IIR) program across multiple countries, ensuring compliance with global and local policies. You will oversee ongoing studies, maintain inspection readiness, and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure successful study execution.

Responsibilities

• Act as the primary point of contact for affiliates and business partners regarding externally sponsored research studies.
• Negotiate and finalize contracts and amendments while tracking trial compliance.
• Monitor and manage costs, timelines, scope, and risks for the IIR program using required tools and techniques.
• Forecast timelines and financial metrics by liaising with affiliates and investigators to obtain updated data.
• Maintain inspection‑readiness through proper documentation and electronic file management.
• Track studies from protocol approval to close‑out, including site close‑out activities, final deliverables, and archiving.
• Ensure effective communication with investigators and relevant functions throughout the study lifecycle.
• Develop and implement escalation plans to address study milestones and adherence issues.
• Facilitate operational meetings with external investigators.
• Oversee clinical supply requests, feasibility, and forecasting.
• Ensure adherence to medical and quality procedures.
• Manage study deliverables, including final reports, publications, and regulatory submissions.
• Update and maintain IIR tools and portals for inspection readiness.
• Coordinate budget changes, agreements, and amendments as needed.

Key Skills and Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a scientific or health‑related field or equivalent clinical research experience.
• Experience in contract creation and negotiation.
• Strong writing, editing, and communication skills.
• Proven ability to work with cross‑functional and cross‑country teams.
• Demonstrated problem‑solving and project management skills.
• Excellent organizational and self‑management abilities.
• Knowledge of clinical drug development processes, medical research regulations, and guidelines.
• Familiarity with medical terminology and regulatory requirements.
• Proficiency in project management tools such as CTMS and Excel.
• Experience in finance‑related tasks, such as invoice processing and purchase order setup, is a plus.

If you are having difficulty applying or have any questions, please contact Dean Fisher at [e-mail].

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