Global Start-Up & Site Activation Lead

Merck Group; Eysins; On-site; CHF 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Merck Group is seeking an experienced Associate Director, Start-up Lead, SiteID & Activation to drive start-up and site activation strategies across a global clinical trial portfolio.

The role requires a medical or life sciences background, 10+ years in clinical research, and strong PM experience, with familiarity in ICH-GCP regulations and multiple therapeutic areas including oncology.

Qualifications

• Medical or Life Sciences degree or equivalent.
• 10+ years in clinical research in CRO or Pharmaceutical/biotech.
• 5 years of project management and start-up activities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee country and site feasibility assessments.
• Drive regulatory submissions and site activations from protocol through implementation.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external providers to accelerate timelines and recruitment.
• Champion process improvements.
• Manage performance metrics.
• Drive operational excellence to bring medicines to patients faster.
• Ensure compliance with ICH-GCP and applicable regulations.

Skills

Strong communication

Data driven

Agile methodology

Project management

Education

Medical or Life Sciences degree

Tools

CPM

PMP

Job description

Merck Group is seeking an experienced Associate Director, Start-up Lead, SiteID & Activation to drive start-up and site activation strategies across a global clinical trial portfolio.

The role requires a medical or life sciences background, 10+ years in clinical research, and strong PM experience, with familiarity in ICH-GCP regulations and multiple therapeutic areas including oncology.