The posting
Join Amplity, the full-service go-to partner of biopharma companies that delivers flexible + specialized medical + commercial services. No matter where a drug is in its lifecycle, we scale with ease to maximize resources + improve impact for all our clients. Through strategic partnerships + deep therapeutic expertise, Amplity transforms how breakthrough treatments reach the people who need them.
Clinical Development Liaison (CLD) - Neuromuscular Diseases - Benelux
Business Unit: Clinical Development & Operations Reports to: Program Director, Amplity Location: Netherlands or Belgium (Remote) Territory: Benelux (Netherlands & Belgium)
About the Role
Amplity is partnering with a leading biotechnology company focused on developing innovative therapies for patients living with severe neuromuscular diseases.
We are seeking a highly motivated Clinical Development Liaison (CDL) to support clinical development activities across the Benelux region, with a primary focus on the Netherlands and Belgium. This field-based scientific role will play a critical part in supporting clinical trial start-up, investigator engagement, patient identification, recruitment strategies, and study execution.
The CDL serves as a key scientific bridge between investigators, healthcare professionals, clinical sites, and internal stakeholders, helping to accelerate the successful delivery of clinical studies in rare and neuromuscular disorders.
Working closely with Medical Affairs, Clinical Development, Clinical Operations, CRO partners, and international colleagues, the CDL will help build strong scientific relationships and support high-quality study conduct throughout the clinical trial lifecycle.
This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to pioneering research that has the potential to transform the lives of patients living with rare and often underserved neuromuscular diseases.
Key Accountabilities:
Scientific Education & External Engagement
- Establish and maintain trusted scientific relationships with Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs), investigators, study coordinators, and multidisciplinary healthcare teams throughout the Benelux region.
- Communicate scientific information related to neuromuscular diseases, clinical development programs, pipeline assets, and ongoing clinical trials.
- Support the planning and execution of Clinical Advisory Boards, Investigator Meetings, and scientific exchange activities.
- Represent the organization at national and international congresses, scientific meetings, and educational events.
- Collaborate with patient advocacy groups and support approved patient engagement initiatives.
- Act as a scientific ambassador for the organization, strengthening awareness and engagement within the neuromuscular community.
Clinical Trial Start-Up
- Identify and assess potential investigators and clinical trial sites across the Netherlands and Belgium.
- Develop and maintain a strong network of neuromuscular specialists, referral centers, and clinical research stakeholders.
- Support site feasibility, study start-up activities, and investigator engagement strategies.
- Provide scientific and operational support to study sites during activation and initiation phases.
Patient Recruitment & Enrollment
- Partner with investigators and study teams to optimize patient identification and enrollment strategies.
- Support the development of referral pathways and collaboration among healthcare institutions and specialist centers.
- Facilitate discussions with sites to identify barriers to recruitment and implement practical solutions.
- Leverage disease-area expertise and site insights to maximize recruitment performance and patient retention.
Study Conduct & Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Coordinate interactions among investigators, Clinical Development, Clinical Operations, Medical Affairs, CROs, and other internal stakeholders.
- Gather and communicate actionable field insights to support study execution and strategic decision-making.
- Provide timely updates following site engagements and investigator interactions.
- Identify opportunities related to scientific collaborations, publications, and Investigator-Initiated Studies (IIS/IITs), ensuring appropriate internal alignment.
Compliance & Quality
- Conduct all activities in compliance with applicable laws, regulations, industry codes, and company policies.
- Maintain the highest ethical and scientific standards in all stakeholder interactions.
- Complete all required compliance and training activities within defined timelines.
Required Qualifications & Experience
- Advanced degree in Life Sciences, Pharmacy, Medicine, Nursing, Biomedical Sciences, or a related discipline. MSc, PharmD, PhD, or MD preferred.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience within the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, CRO, or clinical research industry.
- Previous experience supporting clinical trials and engaging with investigators and healthcare professionals.
- Experience in Neuromuscular Diseases and/or Rare Diseases is mandatory.
- Strong understanding of clinical research processes, including study start-up, site management, patient recruitment, and study conduct.
- Demonstrated success building long-term relationships with healthcare professionals, investigators, and key external stakeholders.
- Excellent scientific communication and presentation skills.
- Strong organizational, influencing, and project management capabilities.
- Ability to work autonomously while collaborating effectively within cross-functional and international teams.
- Previous experience in Clinical Development Liaison, Medical Science Liaison, Clinical Operations, Clinical Research, or Medical Affairs roles is highly desirable.
- Willingness to travel extensively across the Netherlands and Belgium and occasionally within Europe (approximately 50–70%).
Languages
- Fluent English is required.
- Fluent Dutch and/or French is strongly preferred.
- Additional European languages are considered an advantage.
What We Offer
Meaningful Impact
Contribute to the development of innovative therapies that may significantly improve the lives of patients affected by neuromuscular and rare diseases.
Flexibility & Autonomy
Enjoy the benefits of a fully remote, field-based role, allowing you to manage your territory with a high degree of independence while remaining connected to a global team.
Professional Growth
Access ongoing training, development opportunities, and exposure to international clinical development programs within a growing and innovative biotechnology environment.
Collaborative Culture
Work alongside passionate scientific and clinical experts dedicated to advancing patient care, clinical research, and innovation.
Competitive Package
Amplity offers a permanent employment contract, competitive salary, performance-related incentives, and a comprehensive benefits package.
About Amplity
Amplity is the global partner of healthcare companies, building transformational solutions that improve the lives of patients worldwide. We specialize in commercialization, clinical and medical outsourcing, consulting, and remote engagement solutions.
We are driven by a culture of Excellence, Passion, Integrity, Innovation, and Collaboration, and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment where diverse perspectives are valued and empowered.
How to Apply
If you are passionate about advancing clinical research in neuromuscular diseases and want to make a meaningful impact on patients' lives, we encourage you to apply.
Please submit your CV in English.
Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis.
For questions or reasonable accommodations during the recruitment process, please contact:
Laura Franco 📧 [email protected]
Please Note
Prior experience in Neuromuscular Diseases and/or Rare Diseases is a mandatory requirement for this position. Candidates without this experience will not be considered.
This role is open to candidates based in the Netherlands or Belgium with the ability to travel regularly across the Benelux region.
About Us
Amplity powers biopharma innovation through expert-led teams that deliver. Whether you knew us in the 80’s as Physician Detailing Inc., or in the 00’s as part of Publicis Health , the companies that came together in 2019 to form Amplity have delivered contract medical, commercial + communications excellence for 40+ years.
Our people-driven, tech-enabled DNA fuels everything we do. Our professionals understand the pharmaceutical industry from the inside out. With a deep grasp on product lifecycles, marketing hurdles, operational nuances + the complex needs of providers and patients, we help our clients launch products + operate smoothly with precision — across all business shapes, sizes + specialties.
We are on a mission to improve patient outcomes through executional excellence — enabling our partners in pharma to thrive in turn. At Amplity, we are allies in excellence. And we do it quicker, better, nicer than anyone else.
Our Diversity Policy
We encourage and support equal employment opportunities for all associates and applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation or veteran status. Employment decisions are evaluated on the basis of an individual's skills, knowledge, abilities, job performance and other qualifications. In addition, Amplity Health maintains policies and procedures designed to comply with applicable federal, state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which Amplity Health has facilities.
