Rare Disease Medical Lead — UK (Hybrid)

Ipsen Group; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - GBP 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A global biopharmaceutical company is seeking a Medical Lead for Rare Disease to drive medical strategy across current and future assets. The role involves leading the therapy area, conducting scientific exchanges with healthcare professionals, and supporting clinical studies. Candidates should have experience in Medical Affairs, be UK ABPI Medical Signatories, and possess a strong understanding of regulatory frameworks. This highly visible position offers a hybrid working model, focusing on improving patients' lives through innovation and excellence.

Qualifications

• Experience in Medical Affairs, ideally within relevant therapeutic area.
• Experience in clinical research design, planning, and execution.
• Strong working knowledge of legal, regulatory, and compliance frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Lead the therapy area as part of the Integrated Brand Team.
• Conduct fair, balanced scientific exchange with Therapeutic Leaders.
• Capture and share actionable insights from healthcare professionals.
• Support R&D and company-sponsored clinical studies.
• Provide scientific expertise and training to commercial teams.

Skills

Medical Affairs experience

UK ABPI Medical Signatory

Clinical research design

Regulatory compliance

Communication with healthcare professionals

Cross-functional teamwork

Fluent English

Education

Accredited physician or UK-registered Pharmacist

Job description

A global biopharmaceutical company is seeking a Medical Lead for Rare Disease to drive medical strategy across current and future assets. The role involves leading the therapy area, conducting scientific exchanges with healthcare professionals, and supporting clinical studies. Candidates should have experience in Medical Affairs, be UK ABPI Medical Signatories, and possess a strong understanding of regulatory frameworks. This highly visible position offers a hybrid working model, focusing on improving patients' lives through innovation and excellence.