At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead innovative oncology clinical strategies and drive impactful decisions in cancer treatment.
- Company: Join GSK, a global biopharma leader committed to transforming patient health.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, bonuses, health benefits, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Hybrid work model with a focus on collaboration and innovation.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in cancer care while advancing your career in a dynamic environment.
- Qualifications: Advanced degree in medicine or science with oncology experience preferred.
The predicted salary is between 70000 - 90000 £ per year.
At GSK, we have bold ambitions for patients, aiming to positively impact the health of 2.5 billion people by the end of the decade. Our R&D focuses on discovering and delivering vaccines and medicines, combining our understanding of the immune system with cutting-edge technology to transform people’s lives. GSK fosters a culture ambitious for patients, accountable for impact, and committed to doing the right thing.
Cancer is unrelenting, but so are we. At GSK, we are committed to transforming outcomes for people with cancer through innovative science, bold ambition, and strong partnerships across the healthcare ecosystem. We focus our science where it can matter most — advancing care in cancers with high unmet need.
The Clinical Development Lead (CDL) – Oncology operates at the asset level as the enterprise clinical strategy leader, accountable for defining the clinical strategy, scientific narrative, and decision framework across the asset lifecycle. The CDL serves as a full strategic partner within the Medicine Development Team (MDT) core quad, positioning Clinical Development at the centre of product strategy, governance, and investment decisions.
The CDL owns the clinical roadmap and serves as the recognised clinical authority and visible leader for the asset’s strategic vision, shaping how clinical strategy, scientific insight, development innovation, and decision velocity are understood and experienced across the organisation.
In This Role You Will:
- Define and own the clinical strategy, scientific narrative, integrated benefit–risk position, and decision framework across the asset.
- Accountable for strategic outcomes across the asset, with study-level delivery, including design, execution, and data generation.
- Serve as the senior clinical strategy leader on the MDT core quad, acting as a full strategic partner to the Medicine Development Leader (MDL).
- Lead or co-lead governance and investment presentations to senior management.
- Drive an integrated, end-in-mind approach to development.
- Act as the default Clinical Development representative for Health Authority interactions.
- Leverage AI-enabled insights, advanced analytics, and emerging data platforms to inform asset-level strategic decisions.
- Lead, develop, and mentor clinical development talent.
Basic Qualifications:
- Medical degree, PharmD, or PhD required.
- Oncology clinical development experience in the pharmaceutical industry.
- Demonstrated experience operating at the asset, portfolio, or enterprise level.
- In-depth knowledge of GCP, ICH, FDA, EMA, NICE, and relevant regulatory frameworks.
- Proven ability to lead and influence cross-functional teams.
- Strong understanding of clinical development, oncology therapeutic landscapes, and drug approval processes.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Medical degree or equivalent clinical doctorate preferred.
- Experience leading or co-leading Health Authority interactions.
- Board certification, eligibility, or substantive clinical experience in oncology.
- Strong executive presence and enterprise influencing capability.
GSK is a global biopharma company with a purpose to unite science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together. We aim to positively impact the health of 2.5 billion people by the end of the decade.
Executive Medical Director, Clinical Development Lead - Oncology employer: GlaxoSmithKline
GlaxoSmithKline is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment that fosters innovation and collaboration in the pharmaceutical industry. With a strong commitment to employee development, you will have access to numerous growth opportunities while enjoying a competitive salary, annual bonus, and a flexible hybrid working model that promotes work-life balance. Located in the UK, GSK's culture prioritises teamwork and inclusivity, making it a rewarding place for professionals passionate about making a difference in healthcare.
