Associate Director Clinical Operations

Planet Pharma; España; Presencial; EUR 80.000 - 120.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A global pharmaceutical company is seeking an Associate Director of Clinical Operations based in Spain. This role involves leading the strategic planning and oversight of global clinical studies across various phases. Key responsibilities include managing vendor performance and mentoring team members. Proven experience in successfully leading clinical trials and excellent leadership skills are essential. This position offers a full-time permanent contract with a remote working option for applicants located in Spain.

Formación

• Proven track record of successfully leading global clinical trials across multiple phases.
• Experience in line management of Clinical Project Managers.
• Experience in vendor/CRO selection and oversight management.

Responsabilidades

• Lead the strategic planning and oversight of multiple global clinical studies.
• Oversee CROs and vendors to ensure high-quality delivery.
• Lead vendor selection and manage their performance.

Conocimientos

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Descripción del empleo

Job Title: Associate Director, Clinical Operations

Type: Permanent, full-time

Location: Spain, remote (you MUST be located in Spain)

Responsibilities

• Lead the strategic planning and oversight of multiple global clinical studies (Phase I–IV) in accordance with regulatory requirements, timelines, and budgets.
• Lead global studies (US, Europe, LATAM, APAC) within the relevant therapeutic areas
• Oversee CROs, vendors, and external partners to ensure high-quality delivery of clinical trial activities in compliance with ICH GxP guidelines, applicable laws and regulations.
• Lead vendor selection, support contract negotiation, and ongoing vendor performance management and escalation, in collaboration with Procurement and Legal departments
• Lead program risk management to mitigate potential study specific issues. Proactive issue resolution throughout the program and lifecycle of studies, supporting the COPM..
• Lead and mentor Clinical Project Managers, CTAs and contractors.

Further Requirements

• Proven track record of successfully leading global clinical trials (US, Europe, LATAM, APAC) across multiple phases and therapeutic areas.
• Experience in line management/oversight of Clinical Project Managers/Clinical Trial Managers.
• Experience in vendor/CRO selection and oversight management.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.