Director, HR Business Partner- Clinical Technology

eResearch Technology Inc; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Flexible and paid time off

Hybrid work model

Employee assistance and wellness

Life and disability insurance

Job summary

Clario, a Thermo Fisher Scientific company, is seeking a strategic HR leader to partner with the C‑suite and senior leaders of our eCOA business. You’ll shape people strategy during a period of growth and integration, drawing on technology, clinical research, and M&A experience to help our teams perform at their best.

We look for 10+ years of progressive HR experience, including global HRBP roles, and a track record influencing senior leaders.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive HR experience, including 5+ years as an HR Business Partner supporting global organizations.
• Experience partnering directly with C‑suite executives.
• HRBP experience in a technology environment (SaaS, software, or tech‑enabled services).
• Experience in clinical research, life sciences, or pharma.
• Hands‑on M&A or integration experience, on either the acquiring or acquired side.
• Willingness to work hybrid, 2–3 days per week on site with the business you support.
• Proven ability to influence without authority and drive change with senior leaders.
• Comfort operating in ambiguity, making sound calls without a clear playbook.
• Self‑starter who takes ownership and moves work forward independently.
• Strong knowledge of employment law and HR best practices across multiple countries.
• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Master’s degree or HR certification (SHRM‑SCP, SPHR) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Partner directly with C‑suite and senior business leaders to build and deliver people strategies tied to business goals.
• Guide employees and leaders through integration and change as Clario continues its transition into Thermo Fisher Scientific.
• Advise leaders on organizational design, workforce planning, performance management, and leadership effectiveness.
• Lead talent reviews and succession planning to strengthen leadership pipelines.
• Handle complex employee relations matters with sound judgment, and know when to elevate.
• Roll up your sleeves on day‑to‑day HR needs while keeping a strategic, long‑term view.
• Spot organizational, workforce, and culture risks early, and build plans to address them.
• Use HR data and trends to inform decisions and measure impact.
• Design and drive retention, engagement, and leadership development initiatives.
• Partner with Centers of Excellence, including Talent Acquisition, Total Rewards, and Learning & Development, to deliver integrated solutions.
• Ensure compliance with employment laws and company policies across a global client group.

Skills

HR leadership

C-suite partnership

Global HRBP

Talent management

Change management

Education

Bachelor's in HR or related

Master’s or SHRM‑SCP/SPHR preferred

Tools

HRIS

People analytics

Job description

About this role

At Clario, a part of Thermo Fisher Scientific, people are at the center of everything we do. We’re looking for a hands‑on, strategic HR leader to partner directly with the C‑suite and senior leaders of our eCOA business. You’ll shape people strategy through a period of growth and integration, drawing on your experience in technology, clinical research, and M&A to help our teams perform at their best.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Flexible and paid time off
• Hybrid work model
• Employee assistance and wellness programs
• Life and disability insurance

What You’ll Be Doing

• Partner directly with C‑suite and senior business leaders to build and deliver people strategies tied to business goals
• Guide employees and leaders through integration and change as Clario continues its transition into Thermo Fisher Scientific
• Advise leaders on organizational design, workforce planning, performance management, and leadership effectiveness
• Lead talent reviews and succession planning to strengthen leadership pipelines
• Handle complex employee relations matters with sound judgment, and know when to elevate
• Roll up your sleeves on day‑to‑day HR needs while keeping a strategic, long‑term view
• Spot organizational, workforce, and culture risks early, and build plans to address them
• Use HR data and trends to inform decisions and measure impact
• Design and drive retention, engagement, and leadership development initiatives
• Partner with Centers of Excellence, including Talent Acquisition, Total Rewards, and Learning & Development, to deliver integrated solutions
• Ensure compliance with employment laws and company policies across a global client group

What We Look For

• 10+ years of progressive HR experience, including 5+ years as an HR Business Partner supporting global organizations
• Experience partnering directly with C‑suite executives
• HRBP experience in a technology environment (SaaS, software, or tech‑enabled services)
• Experience in clinical research, life sciences, or pharma
• Hands‑on M&A or integration experience, on either the acquiring or acquired side
• Willingness to work hybrid, 2–3 days per week on site with the business you support
• Proven ability to influence without authority and drive change with senior leaders
• Comfort operating in ambiguity, making sound calls without a clear playbook
• Self‑starter who takes ownership and moves work forward independently
• Strong knowledge of employment law and HR best practices across multiple countries
• Excellent communication, coaching, and relationship‑building skills
• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, or a related field, or equivalent experience
• Master’s degree or HR certification (SHRM‑SCP, SPHR) preferred

At Clario, a part of Thermo Fisher Scientific, our purpose is to transform lives by unlocking better evidence. It’s a cause that unites and inspires us. Whether you’re advancing clinical science, building innovative technology, or supporting our global teams, your work helps bring life‑changing therapies to patients faster.

The duties and responsibilities listed in this job description represent the major responsibilities of the position. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned, as requested. Clario reserves the right to amend or change this job description to meet the needs of Clario. This job description and any attachments do not constitute or represent a contract.

The Department Head has the discretion to hire personnel with a combination of experience and education, which may vary from the above listed qualifications.

Clario Privacy Policy Clario is a leading provider of endpoint data solutions to the clinical trials industry, generating high‑quality clinical evidence for life sciences companies. We offer comprehensive evidence generation solutions that combine medical imaging, eCOA, precision motion, cardiac solutions and respiratory endpoints. For more than 50 years, Clario has delivered deep scientific expertise and broad endpoint technologies to help transform lives around the world. Our endpoint data solutions have supported over 30,000 clinical trials in more than 100 countries. Our global team of science, technology, and operational experts have supported over 70% of all FDA drug approvals since 2015.