Job title: Medical Director - All European Countries
Department: Medical Affairs
Team: Medical Affairs
Location: Remote, Ireland
All locations: Remote, Ireland, Remote, EU
Work type: Full-Time
Workplace type: remote
Applications are welcome from all European Union countries, as we are pleased to consider candidates located across Europe.
Are you looking for an exciting and fulfilling new position? Join our dynamic team at WEP Clinical, where your contributions will play a key role in driving impactful solutions and improving outcomes for clients and patients. We encourage innovation and collaboration, challenging our team to bring ideas that make a real difference. Be part of a mission-driven organisation dedicated to advancing clinical research and transforming lives.
Role Objectives:
The Medical Director at WEP Clinical serves as the primary medical and scientific expert for clinical trial protocols and Expanded Access Programs (EAPs), playing a crucial role in ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and successful execution of studies. As the protocol expert, the Medical Director is responsible for guiding investigators and internal/external teams in implementing and adhering to the study protocol.
This includes but is not limited to medical and safety monitoring, data interpretation/presentation, and providing expert input on all medical aspects of the trial. As a Medical Director, you’ll collaborate with clinical, regulatory, and operational teams to ensure trials meet the highest ethical and scientific rigour standards.
The Ideal Candidate:
- Detail-oriented
- Proactive
- Collaborative
- Strong Leader
What You'll Do:
- Serve as the primary medical point of contact for investigators, regulatory agencies, and internal/external teams, ensuring consistent protocol interpretation and addressing all medical inquiries.
- Monitor clinical trials and Expanded Access Programs to ensure participant safety, data accuracy, protocol compliance, and timely resolution of medical issues.
- Participate in investigator discussions during site selection to assess suitability and experience for the study or program.
- Lead investigator calls to review inclusion/exclusion criteria and support optimal site selection and patient recruitment.
- Act as the primary medical expert for the protocol, ensuring full understanding and adherence across investigators, study teams, and stakeholders.
- Review and ensure proper documentation and timely reporting of AEs, SAEs, and other safety events.
- Provide causality assessments for AEs, including those requiring expedited reporting to regulatory authorities.
- Work with DSMBs and safety committees to provide safety oversight and evaluate ongoing trial data.
- Deliver ongoing training and support to investigators, site staff, and internal/external teams on protocol requirements and the study’s medical/scientific objectives.
- Participate in investigator meetings, site initiation visits, and study training to present protocol details, clarify eligibility criteria, and address medical concerns.
- Lead the development of protocols, treatment guidelines, and project documents by providing key medical input on design, endpoints, criteria, and methodology.
- Oversee protocol adherence, manage deviations, collaborate with cross-functional teams (clinical operations, regulatory, project management, pharmacovigilance), support safety reporting, and represent Medical Affairs in bid proposals, bid defences, client presentations, and cross-functional scientific discussions.
What You'll Need:
- A Medical Doctor (MD) degree is required
- At least 5+ years of relevant clinical research experience, preferably medical monitoring
- Ability to travel internationally and domestically up to 15%
- Experience in EAP / CUP / NPP is preferred
- Proven experience in protocol development, implementation, and interpretation
- Experience in safety monitoring, adverse event reporting, and medical data review in the context of clinical trials
- In-depth knowledge of clinical trial design, regulatory requirements, and drug development processes
- Computer literacy and proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
- Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with diverse teams and external stakeholders
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities to make data-driven decisions and navigate complex challenges in the healthcare sector
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills are required to work independently and in a team environment
What We Offer:
Group Private Medical Insurance
Group General Life Assurance
Group Critical Illness and Group Income Protection
Salary sacrifice pension scheme
Enhanced maternity & paternity pay
Educational Assistance allowance
Paid volunteering day
What Sets Us Apart:
WEP Clinical partners with biopharmaceutical Sponsors to help them bring treatments closer to the patients who need them most. Through end-to-end clinical trial delivery, home health services, expanded access programs, and market access consultancy, we provide flexible, fit-for-purpose solutions that support drug development, improve access, and help therapies reach the right patients at the right time.
With more than 15 years of global experience, we have supported programs across 150+ countries, combining operational scale with the agility and personalised service of a specialised provider. Our work helps bridge critical gaps in care, ensuring safe, ethical, and efficient access to promising new treatments.
We're Committed to Our Team:
WEP has many initiatives to encourage wellness, growth, development, and team relationships. Check out our LinkedIn life page to learn more about our team events and all that we do to support our employees.
How We Work at WEP Clinical:
At WEP Clinical, we look for individuals who are conscientious, exercise sound judgement, and engage with others thoughtfully and professionally. We believe excellence is achieved through integrity, accountability, and respect for diverse perspectives – and we are committed to helping our people grow and succeed in an inclusive, supportive environment.
Our Services Include:
Access Programs
Clinical Trial Services
Patient Site Solutions
Clinical Trial Supply
Market Access and Commercialisation
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How to Apply:
To be considered for this role, please submit your resume through the WEP Clinical Careers Portal or by using LinkedIn’s Easy Apply option. Please ensure your resume is in English.
Important Note:
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