Clinical Research Physician

JR United Kingdom; Egham; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job description

Essential Pharma are looking for a Clinical Research Physician to join us! The Clinical Research Physician plays a pivotal role in the development and execution of Essential’s global study within oncology. This position is responsible for providing medical and scientific expertise to ensure the integrity, safety, and efficacy of investigational therapies across multiple regions. The physician collaborates with cross-functional teams, including clinical operations, regulatory affairs, biostatistics, and medical affairs, to design, implement, and oversee clinical studies that advance innovative oncology treatments. Apply today!

What You Will Do

• Serve as the medical monitor for global oncology clinical trials, ensuring patient safety, data integrity, and compliance with regulatory standards across the US and selected EU countries.
• Provide medical and scientific oversight for study design, protocol development, and clinical trial execution, with a strong focus on oncology therapies.
• Collaborate closely with the Chief Medical Officer (CMO) and Study Manager to drive strategic and operational aspects of the study.
• Act as a key liaison between the sponsor and the CRO medical monitor and safety team (Contract Research Organization) and chair the medical monitoring committee.
• Contribute to regulatory submissions, clinical study reports, and safety reviews to support global regulatory approvals.
• Provide medical expertise on antibody-based therapies, with a preference for experience in pediatric oncology.
• Engage with investigators, site staff, and key opinion leaders (KOLs) to ensure high-quality study conduct and recruitment.
• Analyze clinical trial data, provide medical insights, and participate in safety monitoring, including review of SAEs (Serious Adverse Events) and emerging efficacy data.
• Represent the company in scientific meetings, advisory boards, and regulatory interactions as required.
• Willingness to travel 20-30% to clinical sites, investigator meetings, and regulatory discussions across the US and Europe.

What You Will Bring

• Medical Doctor, with a strong background in oncology.
• Experience in paediatrics and/or antibody therapies is a plus.
• Proven experience as a medical monitor in global clinical trials, including the US and EU.
• Prior industry experiences working in biopharmaceutical companies or CROs.
• Strong understanding of GCP (Good Clinical Practice), ICH guidelines, and global regulatory requirements for oncology drug development.
• Experience with antibody-based therapies is preferred.
• Ability to work effectively in a cross-functional, global team environment, collaborating closely with the CMO, Study Manager, and external partners.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex clinical data.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to engage with internal teams, regulatory agencies, and external stakeholders.
• Willingness and ability to travel 20-30% internationally.

What We Offer

• Hybrid Working: We offer flexibility and trust from day one, with a balance of remote and office-based work. We understand that different roles have different requirements and are committed to providing additional flexibility as needed. This will be discussed during the initial interview process.
• £150 towards your home office – claim purchases back on expenses.
• Pension – you contribute 5% and we offer 5%.
• Life Insurance – lump sum (tax free) death benefit of 4 x basic salary.
• Enhanced Family Leave.
• Enhanced Sick Pay.
• Annual Leave – 26 days.
• Discretionary Annual Performance Bonus.

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