Global Clinical Operations Manager

Echosens; Paris; On-site; EUR 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Echosens in Paris is seeking a Global Clinical Operations Manager to lead an international clinical operations team and drive high‑quality worldwide studies. You will oversee sponsor‑driven and IIS programs, ensure compliance with ICH‑GCP, ISO 14155, MDR, and FDA requirements, and shape the clinical evidence strategy in collaboration with Medical Affairs and R&D.

You will mentor teams across regions, manage budgets and timelines, and foster cross‑functional partnerships with investigators,

Qualifications

• MD, PharmD, PhD, or MSc in Life Sciences (or related) with extensive international clinical research experience.
• Experience leading international multicenter clinical studies (sponsor-driven and IIS).
• Strong understanding of international clinical research regulations and evidence generation.

Responsibilities

• Lead Global Clinical Operations and define the strategic operational plan for studies worldwide.
• Manage an international Clinical Operations team and drive collaboration across functions.
• Build Investigator‑Initiated Studies programs and develop long-term investigator partnerships.
• Contribute to clinical strategy with Medical Affairs, R&D, Regulatory Affairs, and investigators.
• Collaborate across R&D, Quality, Medical Affairs, and other departments to support evidence generation.

Skills

Leadership

People management

Clinical operations

International collaboration

Regulatory knowledge

Education

MD/PhD/PharmD/Life Sciences MSc

Job description

Echosens is a global pioneer in non‑invasive liver assessment, transforming the management of chronic liver diseases through FibroScan®, the world's leading solution for liver stiffness and steatosis assessment. Backed by more than 5,380 peer‑reviewed publications and referenced in over 210 international clinical guidelines, FibroScan® has become the global standard for liver disease evaluation.

Present in more than 127 countries through a network of subsidiaries in Europe (Germany, Spain, UK, Italy), the United States and China (Shanghai, Shenzhen and Hong Kong), India, and distributors, Echosens enables millions of patient examinations every year, supporting healthcare professionals with innovative technologies that simplify clinical decision‑making and improve patient care.

Building on its leadership in hepatology, Echosens is expanding into the broader fields of metabolic and cardiometabolic diseases, with the ambition of making liver assessment an integral part of routine care for at‑risk populations, particularly individuals living with metabolic syndrome.

Joining Echosens means contributing to an innovative, fast‑growing MedTech company driven by scientific excellence, global collaboration, and a shared commitment to improving patient outcomes.

To support our continued international growth and strengthen the clinical evidence underpinning our technologies, we are seeking an experienced Global Clinical Operations Manager (M/W) to lead our international clinical operations team and drive the successful execution of our global clinical development program. You will play a key role in delivering high‑quality international clinical studies, generating robust scientific evidence, and collaborating with world‑leading investigators to support innovation across hepatology, metabolic health, and cardiometabolic diseases.

Global Clinical Operations Manager (M/W)

Paris – France

The Global Clinical Operations Manager is responsible for leading Echosens‑sponsored clinical programs from concept through completion, ensuring scientific excellence, operational execution, regulatory compliance, quality, and timely delivery. Beyond overseeing an international Clinical Operations team, the role contributes to the development of Echosens' clinical evidence strategy by collaborating closely with Medical Affairs, R&D, Regulatory Affairs, and leading international investigators. This position offers the opportunity to progressively expand its scope toward broader Medical Affairs responsibilities.

Main activities:

1. Lead Global Clinical Operations
   • Define and execute the operational strategy for Echosens‑sponsored clinical studies worldwide.
   • Lead the full study lifecycle, from feasibility and protocol development through Clinical Study Reports.
   • Ensure studies are delivered on time, within budget and in compliance with ICH‑GCP, ISO 14155, MDR and applicable FDA requirements.
2. Lead an International Team
   • Manage, coach and develop an international Clinical Operations team.
   • Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability and operational excellence.
   • Drive continuous improvement of clinical processes and operational performance.
3. Build Scientific Partnerships
   • Lead the Investigator‑Initiated Studies (IIS) program.
   • Develop long‑term collaborations with investigators, academic institutions and Key Opinion Leaders.
   • Support the generation of high‑quality clinical evidence aligned with Echosens' strategic priorities.
4. Contribute to Clinical Strategy
   • Partner with the Chief Medical Officer to shape clinical development and Medical Affairs initiatives.
   • Contribute to protocol design, scientific strategy and the identification of new clinical research opportunities.
   • Support scientific communications and evidence‑generation activities.
5. Collaborate Across the Organization
   • Partner with R&D, Regulatory Affairs, Quality, Medical Affairs, Marketing, Market Access, Biostatistics and Data Management.
   • Represent Echosens with external investigators, scientific societies and at major international congresses.

Experience / Education / Special Requirements

You hold an MD, PharmD, PhD, or MSc in Life Sciences (or a related discipline), together with extensive experience in international clinical research and evidence generation.

You bring around 10 years of experience in Clinical Operations, including at least 3 years in people management. You have successfully led international multicenter clinical studies from design to completion, including both sponsor-driven and Investigator-Initiated Studies (IIS). Experience in medical devices is strongly preferred, along with a strong understanding of international clinical research regulations.

You are scientifically curious and able to understand complex medical concepts, critically appraise scientific literature, contribute to protocol development, and engage confidently with leading international investigators and Key Opinion Leaders.

You demonstrate strong leadership skills, with the ability to inspire and develop teams, build collaborative relationships, manage multiple international projects simultaneously, and thrive in a matrix organization. You combine operational excellence with strategic thinking and a continuous improvement mindset.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present scientific information to diverse internal and external audiences. Fluent English is essential.

Why join ECHOSENS ?

• Work on high-impact projects, serving the health of patients around the world.
• Join a growing, innovative company, where your ideas will be valued and where you can make a difference.
• Benefit from a collaborative and stimulating work environment, with opportunities for professional development.
• Contribute to cutting-edge products, within a team passionate about innovation.
• Adhere to our inclusion, equality and diversity program set up to support our employees in their efforts to be recognized as workers with disabilities.

ECHOSENS is an equal opportunity company in an environment of diversity and does not discriminate in recruiting, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, health or disability, or any other status protected by law.