Job Description
We are seeking an experienced Study Director to lead our clinical trial team in Dublin. The successful candidate will be responsible for guiding the planning and management of assigned clinical studies, ensuring delivery of complex global projects.
About the Role
The Study Director will be accountable for proactive operational planning, effective budgeting, and people allocation within assigned studies. This role requires a strong ability to foster an empowered organization that can navigate a matrix environment and adjust quickly to changing conditions.
The ideal candidate will have at least 7 years of recent experience in clinical research or drug development, spanning clinical activities in Phases I through IV studies of medium to high complexity. A bachelor's degree in life sciences/healthcare is required, with an advanced degree preferred.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead the clinical trial team in collaboration with the Clinical Operations Program Head (COPH), ensuring delivery of complex global studies.
* Create effective team dynamics and achieve performance, priorities, and communication in close collaboration with team sub-leaders.
* Guide planning and decision making at the study level, ensuring assigned clinical studies are delivered per the Operational Execution Plan (OEP) and clinical study protocol.
* Foster an agile culture within assigned studies, working to achieve sprint goals and cycles, thereby maximizing collaboration and minimizing dependencies.
* Oversee study recruitment and responsible for activating mitigation strategies.
* Achieve excellence in study operations and management through process improvement.
Requirements
To succeed in this role, you will need:
* At least 7 years of recent experience in clinical research or drug development.
* Bachelor's degree in life sciences/healthcare (or a clinically relevant degree). An advanced degree is preferred.
* Strong analytical, problem-solving, and negotiation skills.
* Experience in managing people in a complex matrix environment.
* Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to communicate across all levels.
Why Work With Us
At Novartis, we value diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunities for all employees. We offer a collaborative work environment, competitive compensation packages, and opportunities for professional growth and development. If you are a motivated and experienced professional looking for a new challenge, please consider applying for this exciting opportunity.