Job Title:	Clinical Programme Director, Rhumatology/Immunology
Market Sector:	Biotechnology Company
Job Type:	Clinical Research
Location:	United Kingdom - South East
Salary:	A competitive salary and benefits package
Reference:	5nh2012
Consultant:	Nicola Harding
Background
Our client is a global pharmaceutical company that specialises in the fields of central nervous system disorders, allergy and respiratory diseases, immune and inflammatory disorders, as well as oncology. It employs over 11,000 people worldwide, operates in over 40 countries and, in 2004, turnover exceeded €3 billion. It is listed on Euronext Brussels with a market capitalisation of approximatly €5.5 billion. The company has R& D centres of excellence in Belgium and the UK that focus on the discovery and development of antibodies and small molecules, covering the therapeutic areas of CNS pharmacology, inflammation (including allergies) and immunology. The position reports to the VP Clinical Development and Head of Rheumatology/GI, who, in turn, reports to the Director of Global Development.
The Job
The company seeks a physician with considerable depth and breadth of experience in rheumatology and/or immunology, with the capability to run R&D programmes and provide both strategic direction and operational input. The job holder will be a member of at least one Core Project Team and will provide medical support and scientific input into clinical study programmes, including creation of clinical development plans, protocols, and similar documents; lead clinical research teams; support BLA/NDA filings etc. Key Responsibilities: Design clinical development strategies and clinical development plans. Develop study protocols and be involved with additional clinical trial activities, such as writing of the IB, CRF development, and site selection. Manage a clinical or project team, as required, and/or be the Clinical Development representative within core/ project team. Establish and maintain excellent working relationships with: Other groups in Development Research and Discovery Business Development External experts Regulatory Agencies. Develop an in-depth knowledge base in the areas of Rheumatology and Immunology.
Candidate Requirements
Qualifications and Experience: Medically-qualified, having completed general professional training, with either GMC registration or EU equivalent, and ideally with a higher medical qualification. A Dip Pharm Med, or currently studying for a Dip Pharm Med, would be an advantage. A minimum of 5 years' experience of clinical development within the pharmaceutical industry, including the management of global studies. In-depth expertise in the areas of rheumatology and/or immunology. Problem Solving Skills: Ability to comprehend and interpret clinical data. Ability to work independently and to solve complex problems. Understanding of the complexities of global clinical development.
Additional Information
The cultural environment within which the Senior Clinical Research Physician will operate is open, collegiate and progressive. The 'personal fit' of the selected individual, in addition to the relevance of their experience, will be paramount. The position attracts a competitive salary with a performance related bonus scheme, a company car (or car allowance), private health insurance, a pension scheme and other attractive benefits.