Therapeutic Area Head Oncology

Ergomed; Remote; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading clinical research organization in the UK is looking for a Therapeutic Area Head in Oncology to drive business success in clinical trial delivery. The role requires extensive oncology experience, strong leadership, and the ability to work with diverse stakeholders. Responsibilities include mentoring teams, collaborating on innovative trial designs, and driving business development in oncology. The organization values diversity and offers a supportive work environment with remote work opportunities.

Benefits

Training and career development opportunities

Strong emphasis on personal and professional growth

Friendly supportive working environment

Qualifications

• Expertise in oncology clinical research on a global basis.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Drive business proposals and clinical trial delivery in oncology.
• Provide mentorship to Operations team members.
• Collaborate with business development to win new oncology opportunities.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Clinical research expertise

Education

MD or PhD (MBA preferred)

Job description

As the Therapeutic Area Head Oncology you will play a crucial role in driving the success of new business proposals as well as clinical trial delivery by combining medical / scientific expertise standard of care knowledge awareness of emerging therapeutic trends a patient‑centric focus and regulatory expertise. You are the titular therapeutic expert in oncology across the entire organization and as such you are involved in all efforts to optimize our commercial and operational success in oncology. You are highly visible to both internal and external stakeholders in generating and communicating thought leadership at internal Ergomed forums academic and industry symposia publications as well as digital promotions.

• Key medical / scientific leader responsible for the oncology inputinforming the corporate strategy of Ergomed CRO
• Serve as the Head of the Ergomed Oncology Center of Excellence leading therapeutic and operational subject matter experts providing innovative medical and therapeutic insights to sponsors
• Advocate for patient care and safety as well as for the sponsor organization while upholding standards of quality and ensuring that clinical operations remain financially viable
• Collaborate with internal and external experts to incorporate innovative approaches and industry best practices into oncology trial design and planning
• Work closely with Business Development to contribute medical / scientific insights and thereby enhance Ergomeds ability to win new business opportunities in oncology
• Develop and present compelling narratives that highlight Ergomeds expertise and unique approach to prospective clients effectively demonstrating the value of our strategic solutions in oncology
• Leverage your comprehensive understanding of oncology therapy clinical development incorporate the sponsor context therapy characteristics disease indications scientific / medical knowledge and regulatory requirements to support the design of strategic plans for successful trial outcomes
• Stay updated with the latest medical advancements industry trends and regulatory requirements ensuring compliance and driving innovation
• Provide mentorship guidance and development support to Operations team members involved with oncology clinical trials enhancing their capabilities and expertise
• Conduct oncology disease‑specific training to Medical Affairs staff so that they are fully aware of the medical considerations needed to support drug safety for the given clinical trial
• Support the Clinician Engagement function to gather insights from key opinion leaders in diverse geographic regions to better inform our understanding of the standard of care the clinician / investigator experience the attractiveness of the scientific endpoints under investigation and the viability of the protocol design
• Partner with the full gamut of cross‑functional operational colleagues to predict identify mitigate and manage potential challenges and issues that arise during study execution
• Represent Ergomed by attending industry meetings speaking engagements participating in booth exhibitions professional associations public forums etc and by publishing scientific or industry related articles in peer‑reviewed medical journals
• Establish Ergomed as a recognized authority in oncology clinical research within the broader pharmaceutical and clinical research landscape

Qualifications :

• MD orPhD (MBA also preferred)
• Expertise and extensive clinical research experience in oncology on a global basis.
• Strong and broad network of key stakeholders and KOLs in oncology around the world.
• Previous experience in a CRO environment with a proven track record of driving significant oncology business growth.
• In‑depth knowledge of Regulatory Authority regulations and strong understanding.
• Strong leadership and communication verbal and presentation skills.
• Effective organizational presentation documentation and interpersonal skills.
• Strong business acumen and proven ability to navigate in a complex matrixed global environment.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks to meet deadlines in a dynamic environment.
• Solutions provider; converts challenges to opportunities.

Additional Information :

We prioritize diversity equity and inclusion by creating an equal opportunities workplace and a human‑centric environment where people of all cultural backgrounds genders and ages can contribute and grow.

To succeed we must work together with a human first approach. Why because our people are our greatest strength leading to our continued success on improving the lives of those around us.

We offer :

Training and career development opportunities internally

Strong emphasis on personal and professional growth

Friendly supportive working environment

Opportunity to work with colleagues based all over the world with English as the company language

Our core values are key to how we operate and if you feel they resonate with you then Ergomed is a great company to join!

Quality

Integrity & Trust

Drive & Passion

Agility & Responsiveness

Belonging

Collaborative Partnerships

We look forward to welcoming your application.

Remote Work : Yes

Employment Type : Full‑time

Key Skills

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Experience : years

Vacancy : 1