Medical Director - Rheumatology
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Medical Director - Board-Certified Rheumatologist
Location – Poland or any EU
This is an exciting opportunity to work within a fast paced, busy environment for a leading global provider of outsourced development services to the pharmaceutical, biotechnology and medical device industries. 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. This position will report to the VP Medical Affairs or designee.
Overview of the Role
- Provide therapeutic and drug development expertise, oversee drug safety associates providing adverse event reporting, follow up on adverse events as necessary 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.
- Senior level candidates will be expected to have prior management experience and serve as product development consultants to Clients.
Role Requirements / Skills / Experience Required
- Medical degree with board certification in Rheumatology is required.
- Minimum 2 years' experience that includes academic experience coupled with Pharmaceutical, Biotech or CRO experience.
- Ability and willingness to travel on an as needed basis.
- Ability to review and evaluate clinical data.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Benefits
Working for ICON you will be provided with an excellent benefits package.
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.
In addition you will have the opportunity to develop within your role and take on further responsibilities or develop your skill set within other related departments of ICON.
What’s Next
Following your application if you are successful you will be invited to an initial telephone interview with one of our dedicated recruiters who will be able to provide you with more details of this opportunity.
ICON is an equal opportunity employer - M/F/D/V and committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.
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