Medical Researcher Deputy Director (Specialist Medical Doctor)

SUMMARY:
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POSITION INFO:

To lead the design, execution, and oversight of all clinical research and development programs within the company. The Medical Research Deputy Director will apply medical and scientific expertise to drive innovation, oversee clinical trial design and execution, ensure regulatory compliance, and support the development of safe and effective pharmaceutical products aligned with the organization’s strategic objectives.

To oversee the Medical Affairs in the company

Key Performance Areas (Core, essential responsibilities –outputs of the position)

• Lead the design and execution of Phase I–IV clinical trials, ensuring scientific and ethical integrity.

• Review and approve study protocols, investigator brochures, and clinical development plans.

• Provide clinical guidance on drug development projects.

• Serve as the medical expert in cross-functional project teams.

• Ensure adherence to GCP (Good Clinical Practice), ICH guidelines, SAHPRA regulations.

• Support the preparation of clinical sections of regulatory submissions and responses to authorities.

• Guide research strategy and medical innovation aligned with therapeutic focus areas.

• Evaluate opportunities for new molecules, reformulations, indications.

• Collaborate with the team of researchers, medical writers, and clinical operations staff.

• Foster a high-performance and learning-oriented environment.

• Liaise with Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs), investigators, and academic institutions.

• Represent the company at scientific conferences and advisory boards.

• Analyze and interpret clinical data for decision-making publications and presentations.

• Ensure data integrity, safety reporting, and ethical standards.

• Work closely with Regulatory Affairs, Pharmacovigilance, Medical Affairs, and Marketing to align research with commercial and regulatory goals

Minimum Requirements

EDUCATION

• MBChB/ Medical Doctor with Specialty Qualifications

EXPERIENCE.

• Experience in clinical research and execution of clinical trails

• Experience in the pharmaceutical industry will be an added advantage

• Prior experience of using AI in research highly advantageous 

SKILLS/PHYSICAL COMPETENCIES

• Strategic thinking and high attention to detail.
• Leadership, collaboration, and cross-functional communication.
• High ethical standards and commitment to patient safety

General working conditions:

• Office based most with business travel where and when required.
• Flexibility to work outside of regular office hours, as needed, to accommodate business requirements
• Own driver’s license and transport.