Associate Director, Development Operations Global Study Support

Responsible for drafting, developing, and creating global standards, processes, and guidance documents to improve consistency and alignment across Development Operations. The individual will work cross-functionally to develop, deploy, and maintain tools as part of clinical study management. The individual will serve as a key collaborator within the SME network and will support team member training initiatives. May serve as a peer mentor for staff, provide consultation, and perform complex study-related duties during peak times and during study transitions.

Accountabilities

- In collaboration with Development Operations LT and other functional stakeholders, drive consistency and standards across the Development Operations team
- Assisting with the development and implementation of tools, guidelines, and training for study-related processes, including presenting at functional team meetings and other cross-functional forums 
- Serving as SME and/or SME sponsor for initiatives in conjunction with the Development Operations LT, as required, to ensure consistent implementation of best practices across related activities and studies 
- Serving as process owner for Development Operations-related activities
- Serving as a cross-functional reviewer on standard procedures and collaborate with SMEs as part of the business process function 
- Supporting the onboarding of new team members and manage tools 
- Supporting the evolving business needs and growth of the department, including SME sponsorship and training needs 
- Participating in and lead meetings, including developing content and agendas
- Contributing to integration activities across the portfolio 

Essential Skills/Experience

- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in one of the disciplines related to clinical practice/health care, life sciences, or drug development
- >10 years of clinical research experience, in the pharmaceutical industry with a solid understanding of technology and processes used in drug development, 5 of which involved in the planning and execution of global clinical trials
- Work with a high degree of autonomy and proficiency in approach to problem-solving
- Demonstrated leadership skills to mentor junior staff and prioritize multiple tasks effectively or work independently if required
- The duties of this role are generally conducted in an office environment. As is typical of an office-based role, employees must be able, with or without an accommodation to: use a computer; engage in communications via phone, video, and electronic messaging; engage in problem solving and non-linear thought, analysis, and dialogue; collaborate with others; maintain general availability during standard business hours

Desirable Skills/Experience

- Advanced degree (Masters, PhD, MD) is desirable 
- PMP certification is desirable, but not required

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