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Supported by nearly 100 years of development experience, with global hubs in the U.S., France and the U.K, we tackle areas of high unmet medical need through research and innovation.\nOur passionate teams in more than 40 countries are focused on what matters and endeavor every day to bring medicines to patients in 88 countries. We build a workplace that champions human-centric leadership and fosters a culture of collaboration, excellence and impact. At Ipsen, every individual is empowered to be their true selves, grow and thrive alongside the company’s success. Join us on our journey towards sustainable growth, creating real impact on patients and society!\nFor more information, visit us at https://www.ipsen.com/ and follow our latest news on LinkedIn and Instagram.\nJob Description:\nAs Global Clinical Development Lead, you will lead the clinical development of Potravitug within Ipsen’s Rare Disease (Nephrology) Therapeutic Area. 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