Clinical Development Director Contract : 18 Months Therapeutic Areas : Neuroscience (3 roles) & Immunology (2 roles) About the Role We are seeking highly skilled Clinical Development Directors (CDD) to join global programs in Neuroscience and Immunology. This is a senior scientific leadership role, responsible for driving clinical development strategy and execution across late-phase trials (Phase 2 & 3). Important: This is not a Project Management role. MDs are excluded; candidates must hold a PhD or PharmD (Master’s considered, PhD strongly preferred). No training provided – prior clinical development experience is essential. Key Responsibilities Lead and deliver clinical development activities for assigned program sections, including: Clinical Development Plans (CDP), trial protocols, regulatory documents, and publications. Provide scientific and clinical input into analyses, interpretation, and Clinical Study Reports (CSR). Oversee clinical data review and ensure quality in collaboration with data management and biostatistics. Contribute to regulatory submissions and responses to health authorities. Support safety monitoring and reporting (PSURs, DSURs). Represent clinical development in internal and external stakeholder interactions (KOLs, advisory boards, regulatory bodies). Mentor and develop clinical team members; may lead a small team (approx. 3 reports). Drive inspection readiness and quality standards across programs. Ideal Background Education: PhD or PharmD in relevant field (Neuroscience preferred for Neuro roles). Experience: ≥7 years in clinical research/drug development (Phases I–IV), with ≥3 years in global clinical trial execution. Strong late-phase experience (Phase 2 & 3). Therapeutic expertise in Neuroscience (Neurodegeneration, Neuroinflammation, Rare Diseases) or Immunology (Rheumatology, Dermatology acceptable). Familiarity with Multiple Sclerosis, Huntington’s Disease, Myasthenia Gravis, or similar conditions is a plus. Advanced knowledge of GCP, trial design, regulatory processes, and statistical principles. Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.