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Cpl

Clinical Development Director

On site

London, United kingdom

£ 700 /year

Freelance

03-10-2025

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Skills

Leadership Risk Management Monitoring Research Data interpretation GCP

Job Specifications

CPL Life Sciences are partnering with one of our long standing clients, a well-reputable global pharma, who are seeking a number of experienced Clinical Development Directors to provide strategic and scientific leadership across a range of their global clinical development programs in neurology, immunology, and cardiology. The role spans all phases of clinical research, from early to late phase.

18 month contract
Fully remote
PS700 per day (Umbrella)

The successful individuals will oversee clinical strategy, protocol development, data interpretation, and contribute to regulatory interactions and documentation. The role requires cross-functional collaboration across data management, biostatistics, medical affairs, and regulatory functions. The successful candidate will also support inspection readiness, audit preparation, and stakeholder engagement (e.g., advisory boards, regulatory agencies, KOLs).

This is not a clinical operations position, and is instead responsible for the scientific input and clinical development progress of the current live studies. This will be in close collaboration with a wider development team.

Key Experience:

Experience in one or more of; neurology, immunology, or cardiovascular indications
Authoring and reviewing clinical trial protocols, investigator brochures, and study reports
Oversight of medical monitoring and clinical data review activities
Experience in contributing to global regulatory submissions and responses
Strong background in safety data evaluation, risk management, and benefit-risk assessments
Collaboration with cross-functional study teams and external stakeholders (e.g., CROs, regulatory bodies)
Strategic input into clinical development plans and translational strategies
Familiarity with inspection readiness, GCP audits, and regulatory compliance
Development of publication strategies and review of scientific communications
Ability to lead, mentor, and develop clinical team members within a matrix environment
No line management required.
Masters or PHD is preferable, but not essential

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced clinical leader to make a significant impact within high-priority therapeutic areas and help shape the future of innovative treatments.

About the Company

Cpl is a global provider of talent solutions to startup companies, multinationals, and SMEs in every sector from Pharmaceuticals to Fund Accounting. Founded in 1989, Cpl employs over 14,000 people and has 50 office locations operating in 14 countries worldwide including Ireland, The United Kingdom, Belgium, Bulgaria, The Czech Republic, Germany, Hungary, Poland, Slovakia, The United States, and Australia. Matching the right talent to the right organisation is the core guiding principle in everything we do. Know more