Location/Division Specific InformationPPD's Functional Service Provider division partner with and serve as an extension of our PPD team, supporting our customers key functions. We cover customer needs on every level, allowing them to do more with less, with an uncompromising commitment to quality. We deploy the same top-tier talent in ALL engagement models. Exceptionally trained, rigorously supported and technologically empowered to help customers manage capacity and set programs up for success.Discover Impactful Work:Joining withows you to join the renowned PPD CRO and still gain invaluable client dedicated experience.As part of our expert team, you’ll have the opportunity to ensure operational excellence that makes a real difference in organizational performance. As Associate Director Clinical Operations, you will manage, select, train, coach, and performance manage Clinical Team Managers and/or Clinical Managers and/or Clinical Administration for a specified geography. You will be accountable for the functional management of Clinical Team Managers and/or Clinical Managers to ensure the successful execution of all clinical deliverables within assigned projects. You may direct the clinical objectives of projects withe, and quality requirements at the regional or global level to ensure optimum performance and achievement of key objectives/targets. Additionally, you may represent Clinical Management in global and/or cross-functional initiatives.What You’ll Do:Supervises and coordinates Clinical Management functions, including mentoring managers in day-to-day activities and responsibilities related to the clinical deliverables. Ensures the clinical teams are provided with the necessary support and resources to successfully deliver clinical deliverables, e.g., oversees study start-up, monitoring and site management deliverables. At a country level, may liaise with other functional departments to ensure delivery of projects to clients and contribute to feasibility projectsEnsures the timely execution of clinical deliverables with a focus on quality deliverables. elops and drives the specific and overall project or program strategies to ensure optimum performance and achievement of annual plans and targets. Facilitates meetings to identify potential risks and work with the clinical team to develop and communicate contingency plans. Ensures risks to clinical deliverables and potential solutions are communicated through appropriate escalation pathways. Reviews and assesses clinical project or program finances and ensures risks are escalated appropriately with any information necessary for a contract modificationManages clinical management resource levels including hiring and promoting, as appropriate. Participates in resource calls and ensure teams are provided with adequate levels of appropriately qualified resourcesInducts new managers to PPD. Provides performance appraisals, evaluate and allocate bonuses and merit increases, as appropriate. Develops and motivates through goal setting, ongoing feedback, formal evaluation, and effective delegation of decision making. Ensures staff is trained and mentored according to company policies and procedures. Develops, implements and reviews key performance metricsManages the overall budgeting activity of the assigned group(s) - annual and long range forecastMay participate in global and/or cross-functional initiatives and process improvement projectsEducation and Experience Requirements:Bachelor's Degree in a life science related field.Previous experience in an FSP environmentProject management experience 5+ yearsSignificant clinical research experience (comparable to 10+ years) including remote and clinical monitoring and experience luding start up, interim and close out.Line management experience appropriate to the size and complexity of the clinical management group in the designated country/region.Proven leadership skills.Valid Driver's License.Valid Passport.sisting of a combination of appropriate education, training and/or directly related experience, will be considered sufficient for an individual to meet the requirements of the role.Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:Solid leadership and management skillsExcellent judgment and decision making skillsExcellent interpersonal and problem solving abilityAdvanced organizational and negotiation skillsExcellent oral/presentation and written communication skills in the native language and in EnglishAbility to perform tasks required of a functional staffAbility to successfully network with other divisions (departments) where necessaryKnowledge of budgeting, forecasting and fiscal managementDemonstrated expertise ivating and integrating project teamsSelf-motivated and possess good interpersonal skills and projects a positive attitude.Ability to effectively teach required skillsExcellent coaching and mentoring skillsKnowledge and understanding of clinical development regulatory guidelines and DirectivesAbility to work effectively in a matrix organizationWorking Conditions and Environment:Work is performed in an office environment with exposure to electrical office equipment.Occasional drives to site locations, frequent travels both domestic and international.Why Join Us?When you jo become part of a global team that values passion, innovation, and a commitment to scientific excellence. You’ll work in an environment where collaboration and development are part of the everyday experience—and where your contributions truly make a difference.Apply today to help us deliver tomorrow’s breakthroughs.

Associate Director, Clinical Operations - FSP - EMEA

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