Job Description

Clinical Scientist – Autoimmune & Inflammatory Diseases

Oxford, UK (Hybrid) Contract 12-18 months

Innovative Biotech – Immunology Focus

A leading biotech company focused on modulating immune cell metabolism is seeking a Clinical Scientist to join its clinical development team. This is a unique opportunity to shape early- to late-stage clinical programs and help advance novel small molecule therapies for chronic autoimmune and inflammatory conditions.

The Opportunity

In this strategic and hands-on role, you’ll play a critical part in designing, executing, and guiding clinical trials. You’ll collaborate with cross-functional experts to help drive therapies from translational development through to regulatory submission.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Development & Strategy

• Contribute to clinical development plans, indication selection, and dose selection strategies
• Draft and review clinical study synopses and protocols (internally or via CROs)
• Monitor competitive clinical landscape and provide strategic insights

Biomarker & Translational Integration

• Lead the design and implementation of biomarker strategies supporting early-phase endpoints
• Partner with translational and research teams to ensure scientific alignment

External Engagement

• Establish and maintain strong relationships with KOLs and investigational sites
• Provide scientific oversight to CROs, vendors, and consultants

Data Interpretation & Reporting

• Oversee the review and interpretation of trial data
• Collaborate with biostatistics and data science to draw meaningful conclusions
• Ensure accuracy and quality of Clinical Study Reports (CSRs)

Regulatory & Safety Support

• Contribute to regulatory submissions and agency interactions (e.g., Scientific Advice, Pre-IND)
• Support safety review processes and adverse event assessments

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Provide clinical insight across functions including preclinical, regulatory, translational, and commercial
• Help align clinical strategy with broader development and business goals

Your Background

• PhD or MD in a relevant scientific field
• Demonstrated experience as a Clinical Scientist in autoimmune or inflammatory disease programs
• Strong background in clinical trial design and protocol development, ideally from translational through Phase III
• Expertise in immunology, with experience in atopic dermatitis or psoriatic arthritis
• Solid understanding of regulatory processes and agency interactions
• Experience working with small molecule therapies
• Proactive, collaborative mindset with strong communication and analytical skills

Why Apply?

Join a science-led biotech with an agile, purpose-driven culture. You'll contribute to truly innovative programs aimed at transforming treatment options for patients with chronic immune-driven diseases.

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Ready to help shape the future of autoimmune disease treatment?

Submit your CV via LinkedIn or email me directly!

Tshering Sherpa

Tsherpa@planet-pharma.co.uk