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Job Title: Medical Director - Ophthalmology

Location: Flexible within Europe office based or home based

At ICON, our people set us apart.

As a global provider of drug development solutions, our work is serious business. However, that does not mean you cannot have fun while you do it. With our vision to be the partner of choice in drug development, we hire only the best and brightest in the industry! Are you one of them?

At ICON, we have an incredible opportunity for an expert Medical Director to join the team in our Europe.

The Role

Medical Director within ICON - This is an exciting opportunity to work within a fast-paced environment within a culture derived from collaboration, partnership and accountability. ICON is a leading global provider of outsourced development services to the pharmaceutical, biotechnology and medical device industries.

ICON has an exciting opportunity for a Medical Director specialized in Ophthalmology to join our growing excellent Medical Affairs team. Either this position can be Home-Based in Europe or we would welcome you to join one of our many European offices.

You will provide medical support to ICON project teams on clinical issues to ensure that clinical studies are conducted according to the highest ethical principles and in compliance with applicable legal and regulatory standards. You will provide therapeutic, drug development expertise, and interact with Sponsors and investigative sites on protocol medical issues. Contribute to investigator meeting presentations, review study documentation, oversee safety data review, and provide medical support to Business Development.

What you need

Ideal candidates Must Have a Medical degree and ideally with Board Certification or country specialization in Ophthalmology. Board Certification is preferred but not a must. Experience in Clinical Research experience within Academia, Pharmaceutical, Biotech or other CRO industry. We are seeking candidates with the ability to review and evaluate clinical data and excellent oral and written communication skills.

Why join us?

Other than working with an outstanding team of ambitious people, we also offer a very competitive benefits package. This varies from country to country so a dedicated recruiter will discuss this with you at interview stage.

We care about our people, as they are the key to our success. We provide an open and friendly work environment where we empower people and provide them with opportunities to develop their long-term career.

Ongoing development is vital to us, and as a Medical Director, you will have the opportunity to progress your career, with the potential to move into other related areas to improve your skillset. Our benefits package is competitive, our scope is international and we sincerely care about our people and their success.

ICON is an equal opportunity employer and committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.

EOE race/color/religion/sex/sexual orientation/gender identity/disability/vet/national origin

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