AstraZeneca Posted September 10, 2026

Medical Director, Clinical Development

Barcelona, Spain Full time
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About this opportunity

This is what you will do:

The Medical Director, Clinical Development, may lead or support the clinical subteam and the global program team to construct global clinical development plans and contribute to the development of asset level and therapeutic area strategies.

You will be responsible for:

The design and execution of multiple clinical studies or clinical programs

Represent Clinical Development on the Global Program Team (GPT) and in presentations at management and review committees (e.g., Clinical Document Review Committee, Development and Commercial Steering Committee)

Work with one or more clinical study teams in the preparation of clinical study related documents including protocols, charters, statistical summary reports, meeting presentations, publications, and clinical sections of regulatory documents

Select appropriate advisory board participants and guide the team in preparation for meetings

Critically evaluate available information about diseases of interest to the therapeutic area and the competitive landscape and synthesize information succinctly to support dissemination and incorporation into clinical development programs, asset plans and therapeutic area strategy

You will need to have:

MD, preferably Hematologist.

3+ years of clinical experience preferably within industry and/or Hematology.

Experience as a medical monitor for clinical trials

Publication in peer reviewed journals

The duties of this role are generally conducted in an office environment. As is typical of an office based role, employees must, with or without an accommodation to: use a computer; engage in communications via phone, video, and electronic messaging; problem resolution; engage in nonlinear thought, analysis, and dialogue; collaborate; maintain general availability during standard business hours

We would prefer for you to have:

Board Certification

Knowledge of the assigned therapy area with the capability to interpret, discuss and represent trial or program level data.

5+ years of industry experience in clinical development

Experience for medical responsibilities on a cross-functional team

Basic statistical knowledge

Understanding of general (and specific) therapeutic principles

Experience designing industry sponsored clinical trials

Broad experience in the principles of clinical trial methodology, statistics, data analysis and interpretation

Experience authoring study essential documents, Clinical Study Reports, and regulatory documents

Working at Alexion

We’re inspired to think differently, to create better outcomes. By creating an unparalleled employee experience, our organization is equipped to adapt and enrich employees with a productive, engaging, and enjoyable work experience, while accelerating world-class leadership and innovation capabilities that can deliver on our mission. Each of us is accountable for delivering innovative medicines and supportive technology with integrity so we can truly understand and better the lives of people affected by rare diseases. Together, we can transform lives every day The Highest Standards By operating with the highest standards of ethics and integrity, we aspire to live up to the expectations of patients, physicians, and ourselves, and to earn trust in our communities. Diversity We encourage diversity of backgrounds and ideas. We genuinely care for and respect each other, working together as a high-performing team to deliver extraordinary results while embracing different perspectives. Dedication The dedication and passion of our employees enable us to stay focused on what matters most. We push ourselves to achieve the highest level of medical innovation, and to redefine what it means to live with a rare disease. In-Office Hybrid This role has an expectation of working in the office a minimum of 3 days a week. When we put unexpected teams in the same room, we unleash bold thinking with the power to inspire life-changing medicines. Inperson working give us the platform we need to connect, work at pace and challenge perceptions. That’s why we work, on average, a minimum of three days per week from the office. But that doesn’t mean we’re not flexible. We balance the expectation of being in the office while respecting individual flexibility. Join us in our unique and ambitious world.

AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics.

We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.

Alexion is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We are committed to fostering a culture of belonging where every single person can belong because of their uniqueness. The Company will not make decisions about employment, training, compensation, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment based on race, color, religion, creed or lack thereof, sex, sexual orientation, age, ancestry, national origin, ethnicity, citizenship status, marital status, pregnancy, (including childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), parental status (including adoption or surrogacy), military status, protected veteran status, disability, medical condition, gender identity or expression, genetic information, mental illness or other characteristics protected by law.

Date Posted

18-Sept-2026

Closing Date

24-Sept-2026

Alexion is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We are committed to fostering a culture of belonging where every single person can belong because of their uniqueness. The Company will not make decisions about employment, training, compensation, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment based on race, color, religion, creed or lack thereof, sex, sexual orientation, age, ancestry, national origin, ethnicity, citizenship status, marital status, pregnancy, (including childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), parental status (including adoption or surrogacy), military status, protected veteran status, disability, medical condition, gender identity or expression, genetic information, mental illness or other characteristics protected by law. Alexion provides reasonable accommodations to meet the needs of candidates and employees. To begin an interactive dialogue with Alexion regarding an accommodation, please contact accommodations@Alexion.com . Alexion participates in E-Verify.

Job details

Seniority
Director
Function
Clinical Development
Therapeutic area
Not listed
Location
Barcelona, Spain
Employment type
Full time

How this role compares

Computed from every other active Clinical Development role in our database, not just this employer's listings.

We currently track 236 comparable Director Clinical Development roles across 48 biopharma companies.

236Comparable roles tracked
226Currently active
48Companies hiring similar roles
18Countries represented

Salary context

107 of 236 peers report a salary range (USD, annualized)

Peers share this role's job function and a matching or adjacent seniority level -- not necessarily the same therapeutic area or country.

This roleSubject Not listed on this posting
Peer group range $0 – $392,100 (median $271,000)

Where these roles are based

Top locations among the 236 comparable roles

United States180
United Kingdom15
India9
Spain7
Switzerland6
Ireland3

+ 12 more countries

Seniority mix

236 of 236 peers have a known seniority level

Director178
Senior Director37
Principal21

Therapeutic area mix

73 of 236 peers have a known therapeutic area; the rest are genuinely unlabeled, not hidden

Oncology41
Neuroscience10
Immunology8
Cardiovascular / CVRM5
Ophthalmology4
Dermatology & Aesthetics3
Rare Disease1
Respiratory1

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