Job Description
Medical Affairs Associate – Contract
We’re supporting a global life sciences organisation seeking a Medical Affairs Associate to support investigator-initiated research activities and related operational processes. The role involves coordinating studies, working with internal and external stakeholders, and ensuring activities are delivered in line with internal policies and regulatory requirements.
Key responsibilities
* Support coordination of investigator-initiated studies across their lifecycle
* Act as a point of contact for investigators, affiliates, and internal teams
* Track contracts, budgets, timelines, and study milestones
* Maintain accurate documentation and inspection readiness
* Support operational meetings and ongoing study reporting
Requirements
* Scientific or health-related degree, or equivalent experience
* Experience in medical affairs, clinical research, or study coordination
* Contract, budget, or operational support experience
* Strong organisational and communication skills
* Understanding of medical research processes and compliance
About Planet Pharma:
Planet Pharma is an American parented Employment Business/Agency that provides global staffing services with its head-quarters in Chicago and our EMEA regional office located in Central London. We have invested significantly in creating a robust international platform that enables us to work compliantly in 30+ countries with a current network of 2500+ active contractors globally as well as a very strong permanent / direct hire recruitment offering.
Our specialist knowledge and close relationships with our clients and the wider industry really makes us unique in our field. Just recently we were recognised by FORBES as the 17th best professional staffing firm, and have won multiple awards from industry accredited bodies for our commitment to excellence and service delivery. We have extensive functional expertise including: Regulatory Affairs, Pharmacovigilance, QA, QC, Submissions experts, Clinical development, Quality, Biostatistics, and Medical Affairs / Writing.
We are an equal opportunities Recruitment Business and Agency. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.
www.planet-pharma.com
Please click ‘apply’ or contact Finlay Keyworth (Recruiter II) at Planet Pharma for more information:
E: fkeyworth@planet-pharma.co.uk
T: +44 20 3953 1451