Strategic Operations Lead - Clinical Trials

Novotech; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 140,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working options

Paid parental leave

Flexible leave entitlements

Wellness programs

Development programs

Job summary

Novotech is seeking an Operational Strategy Manager for Spectrum Therapeutics to drive data-driven operational plans for new clinical trial opportunities across non-oncology indications.

You will translate sponsor requirements into feasible study execution options, review budgets, and collaborate with Business Development, Finance, and Clinical Operations to defend operational approaches during sponsor meetings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences, Clinical Research, Healthcare Administration, Business, or related field.
• 5-7 years of experience in clinical research operations, operational strategy, feasibility, proposal development, or related functions.
• Ability to independently develop operational strategies and proposal solutions.
• Strong understanding of clinical trial operations, feasibility assessments, site selection, and startup considerations.
• Experience across non-oncology indications including CNS, metabolic, respiratory, rare disease, and related therapeutic areas.
• Experience developing operational strategies, study execution plans, or proposal responses.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of operational strategies for new business opportunities based on protocol requirements and sponsor objectives.
• Translate feasibility findings and operational data into executable delivery recommendations including country, site, and recruitment strategies.
• Review and validate study budgets to align with proposed strategies and assumptions.
• Contribute to development and continuous improvement of strategy methodologies and best practices.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to develop integrated proposal strategies and sponsor-ready content.

Skills

Operational strategy

Feasibility analysis

Proposal development

Budget review

Stakeholder management

Cross-functional collaboration

Presentation skills

Travel planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences/Clinical Research/Healthcare Administration/Business

Job description

Novotech is seeking an Operational Strategy Manager for Spectrum Therapeutics to drive data-driven operational plans for new clinical trial opportunities across non-oncology indications.

You will translate sponsor requirements into feasible study execution options, review budgets, and collaborate with Business Development, Finance, and Clinical Operations to defend operational approaches during sponsor meetings.