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Clinical Operations Lead

Welwyn Garden City
3 weeks ago
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Clinical Operations Lead

Location: Welwyn Garden City (Hybrid - 2 days onsite per week). Travel to other sites may be required.

Pay Rate: £339.27 - £376.97 per day (PAYE), or £450 - £500 per day (Umbrella)

Hours: 37.5

Contract Type: Temporary
Contract Length: 6 months
Driving Required: Yes

Are you ready to make a difference in the world of clinical trials? Join our dynamic team as a Clinical Operations Lead and play a pivotal role in delivering transformative medicines that address some of society's most pressing health challenges!

At our organisation, we are on a mission to revolutionise clinical trial delivery, putting patients at the heart of everything we do. As part of the Global Clinical Operations community, you will help innovate how we conduct trials, enhancing the experience for patients, caregivers, and site staff alike.

What We're Looking For:

We seek passionate individuals who bring diverse perspectives and expertise. If you have a knack for organisation, problem-solving, and effective communication, we want to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities:

Ensure timely and efficient delivery of all operational aspects of one or more studies through all phases (start-up, conduct, and closedown), adhering to ICH/GCP and applicable regulations.
Represent the UK on the global study team, acting as a key liaison.
Cultivate strong relationships with sites and oversee recruitment in your country.
Provide direction and leadership to the local study team, including Clinical Research Associates (CRAs).
Collaborate with local Medical Affairs colleagues to ensure seamless operations.
Work with relevant country PDG colleagues for timely feasibility, start-up, and site payments.
Maintain quality and compliance while driving study timelines, budget, and risk management.
Partner with PDG colleagues to address questions and audits from IRB, Health Authorities, and Ethics Committees.Who You Are:
You are a dedicated professional who shares our commitment to enhancing clinical trial delivery. Your values align with ours:

Customer-Centricity: You prioritise patient and site needs, fostering a culture of helpfulness and innovation.
Growth Mindset: You embrace learning and encourage others to do the same, welcoming new experiences and calculated risks.
Enterprise View: You consider the greater good, understanding enterprise-level trade-offs and resource implications.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion: You advocate for a work environment where everyone can contribute and thrive.Your ability to inspire and lead diverse teams while embodying our Leadership Framework principles-Visionary, Architect, Catalyst, and Coach (VACC)-is essential.

Why Join Us?

Be part of a passionate team committed to improving patient experiences.
Engage in impactful work that contributes to a robust Development Portfolio.
Collaborate with talented professionals who share your enthusiasm for innovation.Ready to Take the Next Step?
If you are excited about the prospect of leading clinical operations and making a real difference, apply now! Together, let's create a brighter future for patients everywhere.

Apply Today!
Join our mission to transform the landscape of clinical trials. We can't wait to meet you!

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