When our values align, there's no limit to what we can achieve.
 
At Parexel, we all share the same goal - to improve the world's health. From clinical trials to regulatory, consulting, and market access, every clinical development solution we provide is underpinned by something special - a deep conviction in what we do.

Each of us, no matter what we do at Parexel, contributes to the development of a therapy that ultimately will benefit a patient. We take our work personally, we do it with empathy and we're committed to making a difference.

We are seeking a dedicated and motivated Clinical Research Physician to join our Early Phase Clinical Unit (EPCU) in London. This is an exciting opportunity to play a pivotal role in early-phase clinical research, contributing to the development of innovative therapies while ensuring the highest standards of participant safety, regulatory compliance, and scientific integrity.

As a Clinical Research Physician, you will provide medical oversight for studies involving healthy volunteers and patients participating in early-phase clinical trials. You will work closely with multidisciplinary research teams, acting as a Clinical Investigator and helping to deliver high-quality clinical research in accordance with ICH-GCP standards.

In this role you will:

• Serve as a Clinical Investigator during clinical trials, ensuring participant safety, data integrity, and compliance with ICH-GCP and study protocols.
• Provide medical oversight and support for clinical studies of investigational and marketed pharmaceutical products conducted within the EPCU.
• Conduct pre-study medical assessments, including medical histories and physical examinations, and determine volunteer suitability for study participation and panel enrolment.
• Ensure study participants provide fully informed written consent prior to participation.
• Review and interpret clinical data, including vital signs, ECGs, laboratory results, adverse events, and other safety parameters.
• Participate in an on-call rota, providing medical support outside standard business hours.
• Maintain proficiency in Advanced Life Support (ALS), and respond effectively to medical emergencies within the unit.
• Assist with or perform the administration of investigational medicinal products, as required.
• Monitor, assess, communicate, and manage adverse events and other clinical findings throughout study conduct.
• Prepare and present safety information at study and safety review meetings.
• Perform study-specific clinical procedures and assessments as required.

What You'll Bring:

Essential Skills

• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Strong patient and client-focused approach.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, dynamic clinical environment.
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Flexibility and adaptability, with a willingness to take on new responsibilities and learning opportunities.
• Collaborative mindset with the ability to work effectively within cross-functional and matrix teams.
• Ability to perform effectively under pressure and meet competing deadlines in a demanding clinical setting.

Experience & Knowledge

• Relevant post-graduate clinical experience.
• Understanding of International Conference on Harmonisation Good Clinical Practice (ICH-GCP) principles.
• Interest in, or willingness to act as, a Sub-Investigator on selected early-phase clinical studies.
• Previous experience in clinical research, pharmaceutical medicine, clinical pharmacology, or acute care settings is advantageous.

Qualifications

• Medical Degree (MBBS, MBChB, MD, or equivalent).
• Full registration with the General Medical Council (GMC) and a current Licence to Practise.
• Current ALS certification.
• A genuine interest in Clinical Pharmacology and Pharmaceutical Medicine, with willingness to undertake postgraduate study in these disciplines.

Why Join Us?

This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the development of new medicines at the earliest stages of clinical research. You'll work alongside experienced research professionals in a collaborative environment, gaining exposure to cutting-edge clinical studies while advancing your career in Clinical Research, Clinical Pharmacology, and Pharmaceutical Medicine.

Ready to make an impact on the future of medicine? We'd love to hear from you.