Associate Director, Clinical Development - 12-18 month FTC

Associate Director, Clinical Development - 12-18 month FTC

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Director, Recruitment (EMEA) - Pharma / Biotech / Medical Device & CRO at Planet Pharma

Role: Associate Director, Clinical Development

Type: FTC with perm version

Location: Hybrid (Oxford)

Salary: Competitive in line with skills and experience

Planet Pharma is partnering with a rapidly expanding biotechnology company seeking an Associate Director, Clinical Development to join their team on an initial 12–18 month fixed-term contract, with the potential to transition into a permanent role.

In this position, you will play a key role in shaping the clinical development strategy and collaborate across multidisciplinary teams to support the advancement of novel therapies aimed at transforming the treatment of autoimmune diseases.

Key responsibilities include:

• Providing scientific expertise and input into clinical development plans
• Leading the creation of clinical trial synopses, including defining study objectives, design, and endpoints
• Driving the development and execution of biomarker strategies to support exploratory endpoints in early clinical development
• Contributing to the preparation and review of regulatory submission documents

This is an exciting opportunity for professionals with a strong background in immunology who are eager to make a meaningful impact in a growing biotech environment focused on innovative autoimmune disease treatments.

The role offers hybrid working, with 1–2 days per week onsite in Oxford.

Candidate Profile:

The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in clinical development, particularly within immunology or autoimmune diseases, and should possess:

• A PhD or MD
• Proven experience in clinical trial design and management, including protocol development
• In-depth knowledge of immunology
• A solid understanding of regulatory frameworks and direct experience engaging with regulatory agencies

To apply

If you would like to discuss this vacancy further or to discuss your career options in confidence, please telephone on +44 (0)20 3928 6631 and ask to speak with Michael

If this role isn’t suitable for you, please let us know if you can refer anyone – any recommendations are much appreciated! Planet Pharma offers a competitive referral scheme so you will be rewarded for your help!

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Science and Research

• Industries

  Pharmaceutical Manufacturing and Biotechnology Research

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