Senior Medical Director, Clinical Development (Neurology)

Senior Program Medical Director (Clinical Development)🧬 Position SummaryWe are seeking a strategic and experienced Senior Program Medical Director to lead global clinical development programs across multiple therapeutic indications from Phase I through Phase IV, including Biologics License Application (BLA) submissions. This role is central to shaping the medical and scientific direction of our pipeline assets, ensuring clinical excellence, regulatory success, and cross-functional alignment.🌍 Key ResponsibilitiesLead the design, execution, and oversight of global clinical trials across multiple indications and phases (I–IV).Develop and refine clinical development plans in collaboration with cross-functional teams.Drive clinical components of BLA submissions, including authoring and reviewing key documents (e.g., clinical summaries, safety narratives, integrated summaries).Serve as the medical lead during regulatory interactions (FDA, EMA, PMDA, etc.)Partner with Regulatory Affairs, Biostatistics, Clinical Operations, Pharmacovigilance, and Commercial teams to ensure seamless program execution.Provide medical expertise to support lifecycle management, label expansions, and post-marketing commitmentsRepresent the company at scientific and medical conferences, advisory boards, and investigator meetings.Maintain deep knowledge of therapeutic landscapes, competitive intelligence, and emerging trendsMentor and guide junior medical directors and clinical scientists.Foster a culture of innovation, accountability, and scientific rigor.🎓 QualificationsMD, DO, or equivalent medical degree required; board certification preferred.Extensive industry experience in clinical development, with proven leadership across multiple indications.Demonstrated success in BLA submissions and late-phase clinical trials.Strong understanding of global regulatory requirements and clinical trial methodologies.Exceptional communication, leadership, and strategic thinking skills.Please click ‘apply’ or contact David Rowland (Recruiter II) at Planet Pharma for more information:E: Drowland@planet-pharma.co.ukT: +44 20 3928 8381About 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