Director Clinical Operations

TFS HealthScience
London
3 days ago
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About this role

TFS HealthScience is a leading global mid-size Contract Research Organization (CRO) that partners with biotechnology and pharmaceutical companies throughout their entire clinical development journey. Our expertise includes full service capabilities, resourcing and Functional Service (FSP) solutions.

The Director Clinical Operations is responsible for providing oversight to Associate Directors and Clinical Operations Teams ensuring management support in meeting operational and financial deliverables according to customer requirements and contractual obligations.

As part of our SRS/FSP team, you will be dedicated to one sponsor, a global pharmaceutical company.

This is a hybrid role, with 3 days per week on-site.

Key Responsibilities:

  1. Line management of assigned staff within Clinical Operations.
  2. Participate in resource planning and staff allocation discussions to ensure that project teams are appropriately resourced during all phases of a project.
  3. Participate in proposal and budget development for new business opportunities.
  4. Provide technical expertise and Clinical Monitoring support to assigned staff.
  5. Ensure staff are appropriately qualified and trained by providing input to training plans, coaching and mentoring of assigned staff and assisting in the delivery of training.

Qualifications:

  1. Bachelor's Degree, preferably in life science or nursing; or equivalent.
  2. Minimum 10 years of industry experience within clinical research, including at least 5 years on-site monitoring.
  3. Thorough knowledge of GCP/ICH Guidelines and other applicable regulatory requirements.
  4. Project management experience.
  5. Excellent organizational skills.
  6. Excellent verbal and communication skills.
  7. Demonstrated ability to lead and line manage staff in an international environment.

What We Offer

We provide a competitive compensation package, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity for personal and professional growth in a rewarding environment. You'll be joining a team that values collaboration, innovation, and making a difference in the lives of patients.

A Bit More About Us

Our journey began over 27 years ago in Sweden, in the city of Lund. As a full-service, global Contract Research Organization (CRO), we build solution-driven teams working towards a healthier future. Bringing together over 800 professionals, TFS delivers tailored clinical research services in more than 40 countries with flexible clinical development and strategic resourcing solutions across key therapeutic areas including Dermatology, Neuroscience, Oncology, and Ophthalmology.

Our core values of Trust, Quality, Passion, Flexibility, and Sustainability are our guiding light serving as the framework for decision-making at all levels of the organization. They assist us in attracting and retaining valuable talent who share our sentiments, resulting in high employee engagement and satisfaction. By aligning on these fundamental values, we cultivate a unified force, geared towards innovation and excellence. This collective effort propels us towards our shared goal and fosters a culture of mutual respect and collaboration.Together we make a difference.

Department: SRS Mid Europe

Locations: London

Remote status: Hybrid

Employment type: Full-time

REQ ID: reqID277163

Work Arrangement: Hybrid


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