Associate Director, Central Monitoring

Jazz Pharmaceuticals, Inc.; Rampton; Vor Ort; GBP 123.000 - 184.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Discretionary annual cash bonuses

Equity grants through LTIP

Comprehensive benefits (medical, etc.)

401k retirement plan

Flexible paid vacation

Zusammenfassung

Jazz Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is seeking an Associate Director, Central Monitoring to lead the central monitoring capability within Global Clinical Development Operations. You will define KRIs, analyze signals, and drive risk-proportionate changes in monitoring across trials.

You will oversee data analytics, develop risk-based monitoring plans, and ensure documentation is inspection-ready. International travel is expected, with leadership responsibilities and opportunities to apply AI and

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's degree in life science, nursing, or related discipline required; advanced degree preferred.
• Experience in pharmaceutical/biotech industry essential; prior people management experience required.
• 8–10+ years in clinical research/operations with data-driven monitoring focus.

Aufgaben

• Lead and manage the Central Monitoring function across Jazz's clinical trials.
• Define, build, and maintain KRIs and centralized statistical monitoring analytics.
• Analyze data trends and risk signals to adjust monitoring strategies.
• Document and operationalize risk-based changes to monitoring plans.
• Lead central monitoring technology platforms and collaborate with IT/vendors.
• Present outputs and risk trends to study teams and leadership.
• Ensure inspection-ready documentation and act as SME during audits.
• Provide leadership and coaching to the monitoring team.
• Champion continuous improvement with AI and automation in monitoring.

Kenntnisse

KRIs

Data analytics

Leadership

Stakeholder comms

AI in trials

ICH E6(R2/R3)

Central monitoring

Travel

Team coaching

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in life science

Advanced degree preferred

People management experience

Tools

Central monitoring platforms

Statistical monitoring tools

Jobbeschreibung

Position Overview

We are seeking an Associate Director, Central Monitoring to lead our central monitoring capability within Global Clinical Development Operations. Reporting to the Senior Director of Trial Risk Management & Monitoring, you will play a crucial role in defining and interpreting centralized data outputs, including key risk indicators (KRIs) and statistical signals. Your insights will drive risk-proportionate changes in monitoring strategies across our clinical trials.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Central Monitoring function, ensuring data-driven oversight across Jazz's clinical trials.
• Define, build, and maintain KRIs and centralized statistical monitoring analytics in collaboration with Biostatistics and Data Management teams.
• Analyze centralized data trends and risk signals to determine necessary changes in monitoring strategies.
• Document and operationalize risk-based changes to monitoring plans in partnership with Trial Risk Management.
• Support the development of Risk Based Monitoring Strategy Documents and study monitoring plans.
• Serve as the functional lead for central monitoring technology platforms, collaborating with IT and vendors.
• Present central monitoring outputs and risk trends to study teams and senior leadership.
• Ensure documentation is inspection-ready and serve as a subject matter expert during audits.
• Provide leadership and coaching to central monitoring team members, enhancing their technical capabilities.
• Champion continuous improvement in central monitoring methodologies, exploring automation and AI approaches.
• Represent the Central Monitoring function in cross-functional initiatives and governance discussions.

What You Bring

• 8-10+ years of clinical research/operations experience in the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry.
• Expertise in defining and interpreting KRIs and translating data signals into actionable monitoring decisions.
• Strong knowledge of ICH E6(R2/R3) and risk-based quality management principles.
• Hands-on experience with central monitoring platforms and large clinical trial datasets.
• Exceptional data analytics skills, with the ability to communicate complex trends to non-technical stakeholders.
• Proven leadership experience in managing and developing a team.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence cross-functional teams.
• Enthusiasm for innovation, particularly in applying AI and advanced analytics to clinical trial oversight.
• Willingness to travel, including internationally.

Education & Experience

Bachelor's degree in a life science, nursing, or related discipline required; advanced degree preferred. Experience in the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry is essential; prior people management experience is required.

About Us

Jazz Pharmaceuticals is a global biopharma company dedicated to transforming the lives of patients and their families. We focus on developing life-changing medicines for serious diseases, often where options are limited or non-existent. Our diverse portfolio includes leading therapies for sleep disorders, epilepsy, and a growing range of cancer treatments. With our headquarters in Dublin, Ireland, and operations across multiple countries, we are committed to serving patients worldwide.

Why Jazz?

For this role, the base pay range is $164,800.00 - $247,200.00, depending on qualifications and experience. In addition to competitive base pay, you may also be eligible for:

• Discretionary annual cash bonuses or incentive compensation.
• Equity grants through our Long Term Equity Incentive Plan.
• Comprehensive benefits offerings, including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401k retirement savings plan and flexible paid vacation.

Join us in making a difference! At Jazz, your contributions matter, and we are excited to see how you can help us innovate and transform lives.

Jazz Pharmaceuticals is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences.