Director Site Operations

Green Life Science; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization is seeking a Senior Manager to lead operational and strategic oversight of partnered clinical research sites. The role involves ensuring high-quality execution and regulatory compliance, as well as developing site-based teams. Applicants should possess a Bachelor’s degree in a science-related field and have over 6 years of clinical research experience, including 3 years in a leadership position. Strong knowledge of site operations and experience with CTMS platforms is preferred.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of clinical research experience; 3+ years in leadership.
• Strong knowledge of site operations and trial delivery.
• Experience with CTMS platforms preferred.

Responsibilities

• Own and manage clinical research site partnerships end to end.
• Lead site onboarding and ongoing operational optimization.
• Build strong relationships with site leaders, sponsors, and internal teams.
• Oversee budgets, contracts, and financial performance.
• Ensure compliance with ICH-GCP, regulations, and audit readiness.
• Monitor KPIs and drive operational improvements.
• Line manage and develop site-based teams.
• Oversee use of CTMS, eConsent, eSource, and related systems.

Skills

Clinical research experience

Leadership

Site operations knowledge

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a science-related field

Tools

CTMS platforms

Job description

A healthcare organization within the clinical research sector is seeking a Senior Manager to lead the operational and strategic oversight of partnered research sites. This role is responsible for ensuring high-quality execution, regulatory compliance, and strong performance across a multi-site research environment.

Responsibilities

• Own and manage clinical research site partnerships end to end
• Lead site onboarding and ongoing operational optimization
• Build strong relationships with site leaders, sponsors, and internal teams
• Oversee budgets, contracts, and financial performance
• Ensure compliance with ICH-GCP, regulations, and audit readiness
• Monitor KPIs and drive operational improvements
• Line manage and develop site-based teams
• Oversee use of CTMS, eConsent, eSource, and related systems

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a science-related field or equivalent experience
• 6+ years of clinical research experience; 3+ years in leadership
• Strong knowledge of site operations and trial delivery
• Experience with CTMS platforms preferred