ICON
Medical Director
UK, Reading · Remote (restrictions not stated) · Full time
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- EmployerICON
- LocationUK, Reading
- Work styleRemote (restrictions not stated)
- Employment typeFull time
- Employer posted
Medical Director
ICON is a global healthcare intelligence and clinical research organisation united by a mission to bring new medicines and treatments to patients faster.
As a values-driven organisation, integrity, collaboration, agility, and inclusion are at the heart of how we work and interact with each other, customers, patients and suppliers.
As a Medical Director, Clinical Research & Development at ICON, you will provide medical leadership and strategic direction to clinical development programs. This role is dedicated to a leading global life sciences organization.
What You Will Do:
You will lead medical affairs delivery across your portfolio, setting standards and developing your team.
Key responsibilities include:
- Providing medical and scientific oversight for clinical trials, ensuring that study protocols are scientifically sound and aligned with regulatory requirements.
- Serve as scientific leader and/or Clinical Research and Development Lead on multidisciplinary project teams.
- Laboratory alert review and management of site inquiries.
- Collaborating with clinical operations, regulatory, and safety teams to drive the successful execution of clinical development programs.
- Review and interpretation of data and analyses from clinical studies including data files and tables/figures/listings as needed.
- Write, review, edit, and QC of applicable documents including synopses, protocols, amendments, clinical study reports, narratives, investigator brochures, informed consent forms, manuscripts, clinical development plans, analysis plans in a manner consistent with applicable scientific and regulatory standards.
- Serve as Medical Monitor for clinical studies.
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Your Profile:
You will bring significant medical affairs experience, with a track record of building high-performing teams and delivering results.
Required qualifications and experience:
- Medical degree (MD) or equivalent qualification - Cardiology MD OR Endocrinology/Diabetes/Obesity or Internal Medicine MDs
- Cardiovascular Outcomes trial experience or obesity/ GLP1 experience is a must for the role
- Extensive experience in clinical research and development,
- Strong understanding of clinical trial design, regulatory requirements, and GCP guidelines.
- Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, with a focus on interpreting clinical data and driving evidence-based decisions.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in cross-functional, global teams.
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Employment with ICON is contingent upon having the legal right to work in the country where the role is based.
Rewards & Benefits
ICON offers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package designed to support your health, wellbeing, and career development.
Benefits may include:
- Competitive base salary and performance related incentives
- Health and wellbeing programmes including medical, dental, and vision coverage where applicable
- Retirement and pension plans
- Life assurance and disability coverage
- Employee assistance programmes and wellbeing resources
- Learning and development opportunities through structured training and career pathways
Benefits may vary depending on role and location.
Visit our careers site to read more about the benefits ICON offers.
Inclusion and Accessibility
ICON is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building an inclusive and accessible workplace where everyone feels valued and supported.
If you require reasonable accommodations during the recruitment process, please let us know or submit a request here.
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- Employment typeFull time
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