As a Medical Director, Clinical Research & Development at ICON, you will provide medical leadership and strategic direction to clinical development programs. We are looking for a board certified professional with experience in monitoring Obesity/GLP-1 studies.

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.

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