Medical Affairs Specialist

Planet Pharma; Hook; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A global life sciences organization is seeking a Medical Affairs Associate in Hook, England. The role involves supporting investigator-initiated research activities, coordinating studies, and ensuring compliance with internal policies and regulations. Candidates should possess a scientific or health-related degree and have experience in medical affairs or clinical research. The organization fosters inclusivity and welcomes diverse applications.

Qualifications

• Degree in a scientific or health-related field or equivalent experience.
• Experience in medical affairs, clinical research, or study coordination.
• Familiarity with contract and budget management.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate investigator-initiated studies throughout their lifecycle.
• Serve as a contact point for investigators and internal teams.
• Ensure accurate documentation and regulatory compliance.

Skills

Strong organisational skills

Communication skills

Understanding of medical research processes

Education

Scientific or health-related degree

Job description

Medical Affairs Associate

We’re supporting a global life sciences organisation seeking a Medical Affairs Associate to support investigator-initiated research activities and related operational processes. The role involves coordinating studies, working with internal and external stakeholders, and ensuring activities are delivered in line with internal policies and regulatory requirements.

Key responsibilities

• Support coordination of investigator-initiated studies across their lifecycle
• Act as a point of contact for investigators, affiliates, and internal teams
• Track contracts, budgets, timelines, and study milestones
• Maintain accurate documentation and inspection readiness
• Support operational meetings and ongoing study reporting

Requirements

• Scientific or health-related degree, or equivalent experience
• Experience in medical affairs, clinical research, or study coordination
• Contract, budget, or operational support experience
• Strong organisational and communication skills
• Understanding of medical research processes and compliance

About Planet Pharma: Planet Pharma provides global staffing services with a network of contractors and direct-hire recruitment. Recognised by Forbes as the 17th best professional staffing firm.

We are an equal opportunities Recruitment Business and Agency. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.

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