Medical Researcher Deputy Director (Medical Doctor)

MNA Recruitment (Pty) Ltd; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading pharmaceutical company is seeking a Medical Researcher Deputy Director to oversee clinical research programs. This role requires strong leadership and a background in medical science, along with the ability to ensure regulatory compliance and drive innovation. The ideal candidate will hold an MBChB and have experience in clinical research and trial execution.

Qualifications

• MBChB / Medical Doctor with Speciality Qualifications required.
• Experience in clinical research essential.
• Prior experience of using AI in research is highly advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and execution of clinical trials, ensuring integrity.
• Provide clinical guidance on drug development projects.
• Ensure adherence to regulatory compliance and ethical standards.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Leadership

Attention to detail

Cross-functional communication

Ethical standards

Education

MBChB / Medical Doctor with Speciality Qualifications

Job description

A leading pharmaceutical company is seeking a Medical Researcher Deputy Director (Specialist Medical Doctor) to lead the design, execution, and oversight of all clinical research and development programs within the company. The Medical Research Deputy Director will apply medical and scientific expertise to drive innovation, oversee clinical trial design and execution, ensure regulatory compliance, and support the development of safe and effective pharmaceutical products aligned with the organization’s strategic objectives.

Clinical Trial Leadership

• Lead the design and execution of Phase I–IV clinical trials, ensuring scientific and ethical integrity.
• Review and approve study protocols, investigator brochures, and clinical development plans.

Medical Oversight

• Provide clinical guidance on drug development projects.
• Serve as the medical expert in cross-functional project teams.

Regulatory Compliance

• Ensure adherence to GCP (Good Clinical Practice), ICH guidelines, SAHPRA regulations.
• Support the preparation of clinical sections of regulatory submissions and responses to authorities.

Scientific Innovation

• Guide research strategy and medical innovation aligned with therapeutic focus areas.
• Evaluate opportunities for new molecules, reformulations, indications.
• Collaborate with the team of researchers, medical writers, and clinical operations staff.
• Foster a high-performance and learning-oriented environment.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Liaise with Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs), investigators, and academic institutions.
• Represent the company at scientific conferences and advisory boards.

Data

• Analyze and interpret clinical data for decision-making, publications and presentations Ensure data integrity, safety reporting, and ethical standards.

Cross-Functional

• Work closely with Regulatory Affairs, Pharmacovigilance, Medical

Integration

• Affairs, and Marketing to align research with commercial and regulatory goals

EDUCATION

• MBChB / Medical Doctor with Speciality Qualifications

EXPERIENCE .

• Experience in clinical research and execution of clinical trails
• Experience in the pharmaceutical industry will be an added advantage
• Prior experience of using AI in research highly advantageous

SKILLS / PHYSICAL COMPETENCIES

• Strategic thinking and high attention to detail.
• Leadership, collaboration, and cross-functional communication.
• High ethical standards and commitment to patient safety.

Candidates that meet the criteria may apply via this portal or via www.mnarecruitment.com

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