Director Clinical Development
4 weeks ago
Are you a visionary leader in early-stage drug development with a passion for bringing innovative immunology therapies to life? We are seeking a Project Leader (Director level) to drive the strategic and operational development of a cutting-edge pipeline asset from candidate selection through early clinical development.
Your Role:
As the single point of accountability, you will provide matrix leadership across multiple disciplines to define and execute the overall asset strategy. This includes:
- Indication selection and sequencing
- Translational and biomarker strategy
- Regulatory and clinical development planning (IND/CTA, Phase 1a/b/2)
- Leadership of a hybrid, cross-functional team
- Financial and budget accountability
- Stakeholder management (KOLs, pharma partners, investors, internal teams)
- Supporting fundraising, M&A, and licensing discussions
You will have:
- Scientific (PhD or equivalent) and/or medical background (MD)
- Expertise in Immunology or related field
- Experience in clinical science, regulatory affairs, clinical pharmacology, or clinical operations
- Proven track record in delivering IND packages and early-phase clinical trials
- Strong regulatory interactions and knowledge of global regulatory processes
- Leadership experience in cross-functional teams in early development
- Fluent in scientific and strategic communication with diverse stakeholders
Preferred Experience
- Working with boards and investors
- Line management & resource planning
- Experience in alliances and partnerships
This is a high-impact leadership role in a fast-paced biotech environment, offering the opportunity to shape the future of transformative immunology therapies. You’ll work closely with industry-leading experts while having the flexibility of a hybrid work model, with a presence at our Oxford HQ (1-2 days/week) .
ABOUT PLANET PHARMA
Planet Pharma is an American parented Employment Business/Agency that provides global staffing services with its head-quarters in Chicago and our EMEA regional office located in Central London. We have invested significantly in creating a robust international platform that enables us to work compliantly in 30+ countries with a current network of 2500+ active contractors globally as well as a very strong permanent / direct hire recruitment offering.
Our specialist knowledge and close relationships with our clients and the wider industry really makes us unique in our field. Just recently we were recognised by FORBES as the 17th best professional staffing firm, and have won multiple awards from industry accredited bodies for our commitment to excellence and service delivery. We have extensive functional expertise including: Regulatory Affairs, Pharmacovigilance, QA, QC, Submissions experts, Clinical development, Quality, Biostatistics, and Medical Affairs / Writing.
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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