Associate Project Director, Clinical Assessment Training and Surveillance - UK/Europe - Remote

Who we are

We’re a global, midsize CRO that pushes boundaries, innovates and invents because the path to a cure for the world’s most persistent diseases is not paved by those who play it safe. It is built by those who take pioneering, creative approaches and implement them with quality and excellence.

We are Worldwide Clinical Trials, and we are a global team of over 3,500+ experts, bright thinkers, dreamers and doers and, together, we are changing the way the world experiences CROs – in the best possible way.

Our mission is to work with passion and purpose every day to improve lives and we are looking for others who value this same pursuit.

Why Worldwide

We believe everyone plays an important role in making a world of difference for patients and their caregivers. From our hands-on, accessible leaders, to our cohesive and supportive teams, we are committed to enabling professionals from all backgrounds and experiences to succeed. We prioritize cultivating a diverse and inclusive environment that continues to promote collaboration and creativity. We are proud to be a workplace where people thrive by being themselves and are inspired to do their best work every day. Join us!

What the Business Development Operations Department does at Worldwide Business

Development Operations is a team of highly experienced Business Development professionals who drive significant bookings targets and support Worldwide’s strategic position in a competitive market through a culture of collaboration and innovation.

This tenured team supports a strong portfolio of existing business as well as being responsible for the continued significant growth of Worldwide’s future pipeline and sponsors. The team is accountable for overall sales performance, the profitable achievement of sales goals, and for aligning sales objectives with the Worldwide’s therapeutic and commercial strategies .

What you will do

Identify operational needs for upcoming projects, track and review current assignments for CAT Operations staff

Resource CAT study projects as Resource Manager

Engage as Subject Matter Expert (SME) for CAT Operations activities

Provide operational oversight for designated CAT study projects

Engage in and coordinate resourcing activities for all CAT awarded projects

Identify training and skills gaps among staff; coordinate and assist with learning opportunities to enhance operations staff knowledge and skills of industry related regulations, processes, materials, and guidelines

Actively identify and engage in process improvement activities

Participate in QMD reviews and new QMD development

Author, collaborate, and review QMD documents and guidance documents

Coordinate and manage CAT Operations team meetings

Active engagement and oversight of study risk assessments, as they relate to operational activities

Work with department leaders to ensure alignment among CAT operational and clinical services

Lead and/or contribute to departmental initiatives that aim to implement polices, methods, techniques to contribute to existing service areas and department growth

Accountable for oversight of CAT study deliverables from Launch process to study close out

Assist and collaborate with Operations staff, Project Management, Contracts on vendor and study budget development, scope of work revisions, tracking and compliance

Assist in vendor management related concerns, including involvement with escalations, Vendor Management and Quality Assurance meetings

Review and assess ongoing budget utilization and revenue recognition with Operations Managers to ensure projects are meeting financial targets

Manage internal CAT operations meetings and other trial-specific meetings, as appropriate

Significant contributor to multiple strategic departmental, sponsor- related and cross-functional initiatives

Participate in business development activities including; but not limited to proposals input, capabilities, and bid defense meetings

Apply thorough knowledge of industry regulations and guidelines to ensure operational compliance during clinical trial conduct

What you will bring to the role

Exceptional organizational skills, detail- and service-oriented, with excellent management / supervision skills

Excellent understanding of best business practices with respect to clinical trial operations and rater reliability processes

Knowledge and capabilities of our technology vendors and their abilities (skill)Excels in planning, managing, monitoring, and critiquing skills

Excellent at meeting timelines consistently and being able to effectively work under pressure

Continuously open to constructive, developmental feedback

Exceptional interpersonal skills in a fast-paced, deadline oriented, and changing environment Excell

nt ability to proactively identify and escalate potential project issues to appropriate CAT and WCT staff

Basic knowledge of statistics and finance practices

Your experience

Must have a minimum of a bachelor’s degree, preferably with an Master’s degree (life sciences, MBA and/or PMP certification).

Strong leadership, management and interpersonal skills

Strong planning and organizational skills

At least 7+ years clinical trial experience with at least 4 years’ experience in global clinical trials

Preferred at least 5+ years of experience managing team members or project management experience

Hands on experience in day-to-day management of all aspects of global clinical trials required

Prior experience in psychiatry / CNS therapeutic areas is a plus

The ideal candidate possesses knowledge and appreciation of all stages of clinical drug development. Effective leadership skills and a proven ability to build and foster high performance team productivity and cohesiveness is required . This position requires strong knowledge of monitoring practices, demonstrated knowledge / competence in the application of CFRs, GCPs and ICH guidelines

We love knowing that someone is going to have a better life because of the work we do.

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Worldwide is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to enabling professionals from all backgrounds and experiences to succeed and, to that end, we prioritize attracting diverse talent and cultivating an inclusive environment that encourages collaboration and creativity. We know that when our employees feel appreciated and included, they can be more creative, innovative, and successful. We’re on a mission to hire the very best and are committed to creating exceptional employee experiences where everyone is respected and has access to equal opportunity. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, national origin, gender, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital or parental status, disability, military status, or other class protected by applicable law .