Director, Site Start Up

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United Kingdom, +6 more states.

📋 Description

• Lead, guide, and support the Site Start-up team throughout project delivery, communication, human resources, revenue improvement, procedures, systems, and processes.

• Assist management and provide cross-functional oversight for site start-up delivery, including submissions to IRB/EC and Competent Authorities, site contracts, budget negotiations, and other start-up necessities.

• Collaborate with the Head of Site Start Up to establish the SSU framework, which includes intelligence gathering, tools, methodologies, risk assessment, and mitigation strategies.

• Facilitate SSU collaboration with Clinical Operations, project management, and other departments in planning, executing, and governing global and regional activities.

• Advocate for corporate and departmental business strategies while acting as a change management ambassador.

• Provide leadership and oversight for large and increasingly complex SSU programs.

• Manage escalations and address SSU-related concerns.

• Enhance processes and delivery to achieve or surpass budget goals.

• Collaborate with Global Resourcing to assess and manage SSU leads, specialists, and site contract management personnel.

• Support career development, growth, and succession planning for the SSU team.

• Organize SSU Lead participation in client meetings and presentations.

• Work with Business Development on opportunities, proposals, budgeting, and bid defenses.

• Cooperate with global and regional functional leaders to support SSU project strategies and execution.

• Assist in SSU evaluations and implement necessary project modifications.

• Develop, measure, and report on SSU KPIs while leading continuous improvement initiatives.

• Promote Precision for Medicine’s culture and values to inspire, engage, and retain the SSU team.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in life sciences or a related field, or a comparable blend of education, training, and experience.

• At least 12 years of clinical research experience, with significant expertise in Site Start-up.

• Experience working within a Clinical Research Organisation (CRO).

• Proven experience in people management.

• In-depth knowledge of GCP/ICH guidelines and the clinical development process.

• Demonstrated success in leadership roles.

• Experience working in a team-oriented environment with resource management responsibilities.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications: Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

• Familiarity with clinical software such as CTMS, eTMF, and EDC.

• Exceptional communication and interpersonal abilities.

• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a customer service-oriented approach.

• Proven track record in strategic planning, risk management, and change management.

• Proficiency in English.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.

• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.

• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.

• Supportive and inclusive work environment.