Medical Monitor

Medical Director - Home Based

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.

You will be partnering with a global pharmaceutical company passionate about transforming patients’ lives and committed to scientific rigor, unassailable ethics, and access to medical innovations for all. Key therapeutic area experience in Obesity and GLP 1 treatments is essential.

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.
• Collaborating with clinical operations, regulatory, and safety teams to drive the successful execution of clinical development programs.
• Developing and reviewing clinical study protocols, investigator brochures, and other key study documents.
• Interpreting clinical trial data and providing medical insights to inform decision-making and guide clinical development strategies.
• Building relationships with key opinion leaders, investigators, and external stakeholders to support clinical development initiatives.

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.
• Extensive experience in clinical research and development, preferably within the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry.
• 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.
• Willingness to travel as required (approximately 10%)

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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