Medical Director, Oncology

Julia Day at the CK Group, is looking to recruit a Medical Director, with expertise in oncology and early clinical development, for an exciting and innovative small pharmaceutical company.

This is an opportunity to drive innovation at an agile, high-growth biotech company, working at the forefront of early clinical development across multiple tumour types and treatment modalities.

As Medical Director, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping clinical strategy, overseeing global trials, and providing medical expertise from protocol design to regulatory engagement. You’ll collaborate with senior leaders to guide cutting-edge oncology programs and evaluate new assets for in-licensing.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide medical and oncology expertise in the design and execution of Phase 1 and Phase 2 clinical trials.
• Oversee translational medicine initiatives to bridge preclinical and clinical development.
• Lead medical review, safety assessments, and interpretation of clinical data.
• Engage with global regulatory agencies and contribute to key submission documents.
• Work closely with Clinical Operations to ensure the efficient execution of trials.
• Support the development of abstracts, conference presentations, and manuscripts.
• Build strong relationships with KOLs and external experts to support clinical development.
• Contribute to the strategic evaluation of new in-licensing opportunities.

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive salary: £155,000 - £175,000 + benefits & share options (a conversation is advised).
• Strategic leadership role in a dynamic biotech.
• Work on innovative oncology treatments with a collaborative, high-caliber team.
• Central London HQ with global impact.

Who we’re looking for:

• An experience clinical development physician with significant experience in oncology.
• An Oncologist would be ideal but not essential if therapy expertise exists.
• Strong background in early-phase oncology trials & investigational drug development.
• Proven track record in clinical strategy, regulatory engagement & patient safety oversight.
• Deep understanding of translational medicine and early clinical development.
• Exceptional communication & leadership skills, comfortable in a fast-paced environment.
• A high level of emotional intelligence.
• An active interest in clinical practice and patients.

Apply:

It is essential that applicants hold entitlement to work in the UK. Please quote job reference 121 859 in all correspondence.

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