Senior Medical Director – Rheumatology (EMEA)

About the role

Thermo Fisher Scientific is seeking a Senior Medical Director to provide medical leadership for rheumatology clinical trials across the EMEA region. You will guide study teams, ensure scientific rigor, and support safety evaluation within the PPD Pharmacovigilance department.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the design and implementation of clinical trial protocols, incorporating the latest scientific evidence.
• Participate in site selection, protocol reviews, amendments, and approval of key study documents such as CSRs, ICFs, and CRFs.
• Conduct real‑time medical monitoring of primary endpoints and subject safety, escalating issues early.
• Serve as the primary medical liaison between sponsors, investigators, IRBs, and health authorities.
• Educate investigator sites on protocol‑specific laboratory procedures and provide ongoing medical training.
• Ensure compliance with SOPs, GCP, and all relevant regulatory requirements throughout the study lifecycle.

Required profile

• Medical degree with extensive experience in rheumatology clinical research.
• Proven track record in leading multinational clinical trials and pharmacovigilance activities.
• Strong understanding of regulatory environments and ability to interact with health authorities.
• Excellent communication skills for stakeholder engagement and training.

Required skills

• Good Clinical Practice (GCP)
• Pharmacovigilance
• Clinical trial protocol development
• Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) implementation

What we offer

• Opportunity to impact global health outcomes through innovative therapies.
• Collaborative environment with access to cutting‑edge research resources.
• Professional development within a leading life‑science organization.