About Astellas
Astellas is a global life sciences company committed to turning innovative science into VALUE for patients. We provide transformative therapies in disease areas that include oncology, ophthalmology, urology, immunology and women's health. Through our research and development programs, we are pioneering new healthcare solutions for diseases with high unmet medical need. Learn more at Astellas.com.
Description
Development Physician (Medical Director), Oncology
Location and Working Environment
This is a permanent full‑time position. It is hybrid, requiring the employee to be on‑site one day per quarter at the Bourne office in London, UK. The role reports to the Global Medical Portfolio Lead for Late Oncology.
Purpose & Scope
* As the Development Physician (Medical Director) you will be a core member of the clinical team, responsible for the design and execution of clinical trials, while serving as a Medical Monitor overseeing safety monitoring and documentation.
* This role supports efficient trial execution and high‑quality data collection to guide strategic decisions, contributing to clinical development initiatives, and providing scientific and medical training to internal and external stakeholders.
Role and Responsibilities
* Serve as a Medical Monitor with responsibility for safety monitoring on clinical studies, generating safety‑related documents such as medical monitoring reports, and collaborating closely with the safety officer on safety narratives, investigator letters, and other safety documentation for site‑reported safety events.
* Partner with Development Scientists responsible for the medical aspects of all study‑related documents, including protocols, informed consent forms, clinical databases, safety committee charters, and clinical study reports.
* Work with Development Scientists and Clinical Operation Leads to ensure efficient and streamlined execution of clinical trials and acquisition and interpretation of high‑quality clinical data to inform program‑level decision making and overall development strategies.
* Support functional‑level clinical development initiatives as needed, and lead or participate in scientific and medical training for team members and external clients, investigators, and site staff as it pertains to assigned studies.
Required Qualifications
* MD or MD/PhD, or equivalent.
* Experience working within the pharmaceutical industry specifically in clinical trial design and execution in a biopharmaceutical development organization or a balance of experience at an academic institution and a pharmaceutical company.
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
* Experience working in global teams within a matrixed, remote working environment.
* Aware of cultural diversity and how to influence and manage in a multi‑cultural organization.
* Highest level of scientific integrity and impeccable work ethics.
Preferred Qualifications
* Board certified in Oncology or an Oncology‑related specialty.
* Experience in solid tumours, preferably Gastro‑Intestinal, Thoracic or Genito‑Urinary.
* Experience in late‑development oncology (Phase 3).
* Direct experience leading global regulatory marketing authorisation submissions and the defence of those submissions.
What Awaits You at Astellas
* Global collaboration: Become part of a connected global business of like‑minded life science leaders, all dedicated to improving patients' lives worldwide.
* Real‑world patient impact: Contribute to transformative therapies that reach patients around the world, knowing your work makes a difference every day.
* Relentless innovation: Join a company at the forefront of scientific breakthroughs, where you’ll have the opportunity to shape the future of healthcare.
* A culture of growth: Chart your own course within a supportive environment that values your contributions, champions your development, and empowers you to pursue your passions.
Our Organizational Values and Behaviours
* Impact
* Innovation
* Integrity
* One Astellas
* Accountability
* Courage
* Sense of urgency
* Outcome focus
Benefits
Astellas is an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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