Scientific & Clinical Study Lead

Meet Life Sciences; Madrid; Presencial; EUR 90.000 - 120.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A leading life sciences firm is seeking an experienced Program Lead – Clinical Operations to provide strategic leadership and operational oversight for global oncology clinical programs. This hybrid role in Barcelona emphasizes delivering complex, multi-phase trials successfully, with a strong background in clinical research and operations essential. Candidates should have excellent leadership skills and a proven track record in oncology trials.

Formación

• 12+ years of experience in pharmaceutical or biotech clinical research.
• 10+ years in global clinical operations leadership roles.
• Proven track record of delivering oncology trials (Phase I–III).

Responsabilidades

• Develop and lead the clinical operations strategy for oncology assets.
• Oversee execution of global clinical programs from initiation through completion.
• Partner with cross‑functional stakeholders to drive program success.

Conocimientos

Leadership skills

Stakeholder management

Problem-solving abilities

Risk management

Strategic planning

Educación

Bachelor's degree or higher in a scientific or healthcare-related discipline

Descripción del empleo

About the Role

We’re seeking an experienced Program Lead – Clinical Operations to provide strategic leadership and operational oversight across a portfolio of global oncology clinical programs. This is a key, high-impact position connecting science and operations — responsible for translating asset strategy into execution, ensuring the successful delivery of complex, multi-phase trials.

This role will be hybrid in Barcelona, Spain.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and lead the clinical operations strategy for one or more oncology assets, ensuring alignment with scientific and commercial goals.
• Oversee the execution of global clinical programs, from study initiation through completion, ensuring timelines, quality, and budget targets are met.
• Partner closely with cross‑functional stakeholders (Clinical Development, Regulatory Affairs, Biostatistics, Medical, etc.) to drive program success.
• Anticipate and mitigate operational risks; propose strategic solutions to address study or portfolio challenges.
• Lead and mentor clinical operations professionals, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous learning.
• Manage large‑scale budgets and resource allocation across multiple programs.
• Contribute to portfolio planning, providing accurate cost and timeline projections to support business decisions.
• Ensure all programs are executed in full compliance with ICH / GCP, global regulations, and internal standards.

Experience & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in a scientific or healthcare‑related discipline.
• 12+ years of experience in pharmaceutical or biotech clinical research, with 10+ years in global clinical operations leadership roles.
• Proven track record of delivering oncology trials (Phase I–III) across global regions.
• Demonstrated expertise in strategic planning, operational execution, and risk management.
• Strong leadership skills — capable of inspiring, coaching, and developing cross‑functional teams (direct and indirect).
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and problem‑solving abilities.
• Deep understanding of ICH / GCP, regulatory standards, and best practices in global clinical operations.