Director Clinical Development

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Job Title: Clinical Development Director (CDD) – Neuroscience About the Role We are seeking an accomplished Clinical Development Director (CDD) with deep expertise in clinical research and drug development to join our global development team. Acting as a clinical and scientific expert, you will provide leadership and oversight for clinical deliverables across late-phase clinical programs and global trials. This is a high-impact role, working cross-functionally with global stakeholders to shape strategy, ensure regulatory compliance, and drive successful trial execution within neuroscience and related therapeutic areas.
Key Responsibilities Lead and deliver assigned clinical development activities including strategy, protocols, data review, regulatory submissions, and publications. Provide clinical input into final analyses, CSRs, abstracts, presentations, and manuscripts. Develop and review clinical sections of trial and program-level regulatory documents (e.g., IBs, briefing books, dossiers, responses to authorities). Oversee ongoing scientific and clinical review of trial data in close collaboration with medical monitors, data management, and biostatistics teams. Support inspection readiness, risk assessments, audit preparation, and QA interactions. Contribute to safety monitoring, reporting, and signal detection, working closely with SMT and patient safety colleagues. Engage with external stakeholders (regulators, KOLs, advisory boards) and internal partners across R&D, translational medicine, and global functions. Mentor, train, and support team members, fostering career development and knowledge transfer. Lead or contribute to global initiatives such as process improvements, SOP development, and clinical development line function projects.
Ideal Candidate Profile Education: PhD in Neuroscience (or closely related discipline). Experience: ≥ 7 years in clinical research or drug development, with ≥ 3 years leading global clinical trials (Phases I–IV) in the pharmaceutical industry. Strong late-phase clinical development experience is essential. Advanced knowledge of neuroscience, with preference for candidates experienced in Cell & Gene, Neurodegeneration, Rare/Neuromuscular Diseases, Neuroinflammation , and/or conditions such as Multiple Sclerosis, Huntington's Disease, Myasthenia Gravis . Solid understanding of GCP, clinical trial design, methodology, and regulatory frameworks. Track record of scientific contributions, publications, and stakeholder engagement. Strong leadership, communication, and collaboration skills with experience in people management (matrix/global environment desirable). Excellent problem-solving, negotiation, and conflict resolution abilities.
Why Join Us? This is an exciting opportunity to play a pivotal role in advancing groundbreaking therapies in neuroscience. You will join a collaborative, global environment where your expertise and leadership will directly influence clinical strategies and outcomes that improve patients’ lives worldwide.
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Location:
London, England, United Kingdom
Job Type:
FullTime

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