Oncologist Medical Director Job at Medpace, UK
Looking to lead cutting-edge oncology clinical trials as a Medical Director? This Oncologist Medical Director Job at Medpace Careers in the UK offers a unique opportunity to work as an Oncologist specializing in solid tumors. You will provide medical, scientific, and strategic leadership in clinical research. The position involves designing clinical trials and interpreting study results. It is ideal for experienced medical professionals aiming to impact global healthcare innovation.
About the Company:
Medpace is a full-service clinical contract research organization (CRO) that provides Phase I–IV clinical development services to biotechnology, pharmaceutical, and medical device industries.
Headquartered in Cincinnati, the company operates in more than 40 countries and employs more than 5,000 people. Medpace focuses on accelerating the global development of safe and effective therapeutics through scientific expertise and disciplined research approaches across key therapeutic areas, including oncology, cardiology, and CNS disorders.
Job Details:
- Role: Oncologist – Solid Tumor Medical Director
- Location: London, UK
- Department: Physicians & Medical Directors
- Job ID: 12200
- Work Mode: Hybrid (WFH flexibility available)
- Travel Requirement: Up to 20%
- Industry: Clinical Research / CRO
Job Summary:
The Medical Director will have overall responsibility for providing medical, scientific, and strategic leadership for the successful planning, execution, and reporting of clinical trials. Additionally, this role acts as the Medpace internal medical expert and will serve as a medical resource for the review, presentation, and interpretation of results in the Clinical Study Report. The Medical Director will also be involved in the development of new clinical projects, including study design, protocol, and project plans as required. We are currently seeking Medical Directors in different locations. All Medical Directors have hybrid WFH flexibility.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide medical management and expertise for clinical trials;
- Contribute medical expertise to study reports, regulatory documents, and manuscripts;
- Manage safety issues in clinical trials and work closely with associates in evaluation and assessment of the trials;
- Participate in new business development through involvement in proposal and sponsor meetings as requested;
- Coordinate with other departments in all phases of the studies and trials, including feasibility assessments, design processes, educational efforts, management of medical information, and reviewing and editing of medical documents;
- Follow specific research-related protocol and lead others in strict adherence to the policies.
Educational Requirements for this Job:
- Must have an M.D. degree or equivalent. Board certification and current medical licensure are preferred
- Prior clinical trial research experience preferred; and
- Previous experience in pharmaceutical-related clinical research is preferred.
Skills Required:
- Strong expertise in oncology, especially solid tumors
- Clinical trial design and execution knowledge
- Medical writing and scientific documentation skills
- Ability to interpret clinical and safety data
- Strategic thinking and leadership abilities
- Strong collaboration and cross-functional coordination skills
- Excellent communication and presentation skills
Benefits of the Oncologist Medical Director Job:
- Flexible hybrid work environment
- Competitive compensation and benefits package
- Generous PTO (Paid Time Off)
- Structured career growth opportunities
- Employee appreciation programs and events
- Health and wellness initiatives
- Opportunity to work on global clinical trials impacting patient lives
- Recognition as a top-performing CRO, including Forbes awards.


