Chief Medical Officer

Company: ARTO
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ARTO are currently partnering with an innovative, research-driven biopharmaceutical organisation to appoint a Chief Medical Officer, to lead all research activities from Translational Medicine through to large phase III clinical trials and submissions.

This is a rare executive opportunity for an accomplished clinical development leader to help shape scientific strategy and advance a differentiated pipeline within Women’s Health.

We’re interested in speaking with individuals who offer:

  • Significant clinical development leadership experience within the biopharmaceutical industry.
  • Expertise in early clinical development and regulatory strategy.
  • A strong scientific background with the ability to influence portfolio and pipeline decisions.
  • Experience leading high-performing, cross-functional global teams.
  • Previous exposure to Women’s Health, or closely aligned therapeutic areas, is highly desirable.

Key Qualifications

  • MD (or equivalent medical degree) with extensive experience in clinical drug development.
  • Approximately 15–20 years’ progressive experience within the biopharmaceutical industry.
  • Proven track record of leading clinical development programmes end-to-end, from early development through regulatory submission and execution.
  • Strong scientific leadership with the ability to influence clinical strategy, innovation, and pipeline development.

This search is being conducted on a strictly confidential basis. If you’d like to explore the opportunity in confidence, or know someone who may be a strong fit, please get in touch directly.

Posted: August 1st, 2026