The Associate Director Senior Study Lead is the leader of the cross-functional clinical trial team (CTT), who guides planning and management of the assigned clinical study/studies end-to-end to achieve objectives.
Accountable for proactive, iterative operational planning with effective contingencies and embedded risk management mindset in CTT.
Oversees budget and people allocation within assigned study/studies.
Contributes in promoting operational excellence through process improvement and knowledge sharing across studies.
Fosters an empowered, psychologically safe organization that can navigate a matrix environment, learns, and adjusts quickly to changing conditions and business needs.

Bachelor's degree in life sciences/healthcare (or clinically relevant degree) is required.
Advanced degree is strongly preferred.
≥ 4 years of recent involvement in clinical research or drug development in an academic or industry environment spanning clinical activities in Phases I through IV of standard to high complexity and priority.
≥ 3 years of recent contribution to and accomplishment in all aspects of conducting clinical studies of standard to high complexity and priority (e.g., planning, executing, reporting and publishing) in a global/matrix environment in pharmaceutical industry or a contract research organization, including expert knowledge of international standards (GCP/ICH), health authorities (FDA/EMA), local/National Health Authorities
Experience in managing people globally in a complex matrix environment preferred
Management of virtual teams.
Proven ability and strong experience leading teams and building capabilities
Experience in developing effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders
Excellent communicator and presenter (oral and written); ability to communicate at all levels
Excellent organization and prioritization
Strong negotiation and conflict resolution skills and enterprise mindset, demonstrated by ability to drive for aligned solutions
Fluent English, oral and written.

Associate Director, Senior Study Lead – Single Sponsor Dedicated

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