Assoc. Dir, Clinical Research

Job Description

It is critical that, for all clinical trials, patient safety, high quality data and compliance with company requirements and regulations are delivered and sustained.

The CCQM position has a significant impact in achieving those objectives. Under the guidance of the Regional Director, Clinical Quality Management (RCQM), the CCQM oversees all CQM activities in the respective country/cluster.

The role requires the ability to properly implement local/global processes/procedures, to identify opportunities for process improvement and to support continuous improvement initiatives. In addition, the CCQMs support audits, inspections as well as Quality Control and local training activities.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent in relevant health care area. Experience: • A minimum of 6-8 years of relevant experience in clinical research including direct field monitoring experience or management/oversight of such individuals, with a demonstrated record of accomplishments. Experience in Country Operations preferred.

• Deep knowledge and understanding of Clinical Trial processes, GCP and other clinical research related regulations.

• Solid track record of initiating, planning and delivery of projects and knowledge of project management practices.

• Demonstrated experience in leading cross-functional teams. • Ideally, experience in Clinical Quality Management including Quality Control Activities, Process Management & Improvement.

• Ideally, experience in managing audits and inspections.

• Ideally, experience in coordinating and delivering training sessions.

Skills:

• Superior oral and written communication and leadership skills in an international environment.

• Excellent project management, organizational and prioritization skills.

• Excellent teamwork skills, including conflict resolution expertise and discretion. Ability to analyze, interpret, and solve complex problems.

• Ability to think strategically, objectively and with creativity and innovation.

• Ability to proficiently interact with all levels of clinical research management and exert influence to achieve results.

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Required Skills:

Adaptability, Adaptability, Clinical Quality Management, Clinical Research, Clinical Study Design, Clinical Trial Planning, Clinical Trials, Clinical Trials Monitoring, Conflict Resolution, Data Analysis, ICH GCP Guidelines, Investigation Procedures, IS Audit, Medical Writing, Patient Safety, Prioritization, Process Improvements, Project Management, Quality Control Management, Quality Management, Recruiting, Regulatory Compliance, Risk Management, Strategic Planning, Strategic Thinking {+ 2 more}

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Regular

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Hybrid

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Job Posting End Date:

05/5/2026

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