Director, Clinical Operations

Director IPH
ICON is a global healthcare intelligence and clinical research organisation united by a mission to bring new medicines and treatments to patients faster.

As a values-driven organisation, integrity, collaboration, agility, and inclusion are at the heart of how we work and interact with each other, customers, patients and suppliers.

職務内容：

• 臨床試験オペレーション全体の戦略・運営管理

担当領域や地域の臨床試験実行を統括品質、コスト、納期（Quality, Cost, Timeline）の達成責任試験実施上のリスク管理とエスカレーション
プロジェクトやプログラムの実行戦略策定

• Clinical Managerのラインマネジメント

Clinical Managerｍ、CRA層などの指導・育成します。
具体的には、採用、パフォーマンス評価、キャリア開発、コーチング、組織力向上を担当します。

• リソースマネジメント

人員配置、ヘッドカウント管理、リソース予測、稼働率管理を行い、必要な人材を適切な試験へアサインします。

• クライアントとの関係構築

クライアント幹部との定例会議、パフォーマンスレビュー、問題発生時のエスカレーション対応、契約範囲内での改善提案などを担当します。

• 組織改善・プロセス改善

SOP改善、KPI管理、Operational Excellence推進、業務効率化、品質向上施策

求める人物像
・製薬企業、CRO、医療機関などの幅広いネットワークを有し、社内外のステークホルダーを巻き込みながら課題解決を推進できる方
・経営層から現場まで幅広い層と信頼関係を構築し、組織横断的な調整・折衝ができる方
・当事者意識を持ち、課題や問題に対してオーナーシップを発揮できる方
・戦略立案に留まらず、必要に応じて自ら先頭に立って実行を推進できる方
・現場の実態を理解し、実務レベルの課題解決にも主体的に関与できる方
・自ら手本を示しながらチームを牽引できるリーダーシップを有する方
・指示を待つのではなく、自ら課題を発見し、解決策の立案から実行まで主体的に推進できる方
・日本法人およびグローバル双方との連携を通じて、組織目標の達成に向けたアラインメントを推進できる方
・変化の大きい環境においても柔軟性と実行力を発揮し、組織成長を牽引できる方

【職務経験等：必須要件】
・臨床開発におけるラインマネジメント経験
・ビジネスレベルの英語力： Global Stakeholdersと電話会議/ビデオ会議でディスカッションできるレベル

As a Director, Clinical Operations at ICON, you will design and analyse clinical trials, interpreting complex medical data, and contribute to the advancement of innovative treatments and therapies.

What You Will Do:

Your focus will be on driving clinical operations performance, ensuring quality, and building capability across your area.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading and overseeing the planning, execution, and management of clinical trials to ensure timely and successful completion.
• Providing strategic direction and guidance to cross-functional teams to optimize trial outcomes and meet project goals.
• Collaborating with key stakeholders to develop and implement innovative clinical trial strategies.
• Ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards throughout the clinical trial process.
• Identifying and mitigating risks to ensure the integrity and quality of trial data.

Your Profile:

You will bring significant clinical operations experience, with a track record of building high-performing teams and delivering results.

Required qualifications and experience:

• Bachelor's degree in life sciences or related field; advanced degree preferred.
• Extensive experience in clinical operations within the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or CRO industry.
• Proven track record of successfully leading and managing clinical trials from start to finish.
• Strong understanding of regulatory requirements and GCP guidelines.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
• Willingness to travel as required (approximately 20%)

Employment with ICON is contingent upon having the legal right to work in the country where the role is based.

Rewards & Benefits

ICON offers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package designed to support your health, wellbeing, and career development.

Benefits may include:

• Competitive base salary and performance related incentives
• Health and wellbeing programmes including medical, dental, and vision coverage where applicable
• Retirement and pension plans
• Life assurance and disability coverage
• Employee assistance programmes and wellbeing resources
• Learning and development opportunities through structured training and career pathways

Benefits may vary depending on role and location.

Visit our careers site to read more about the benefits ICON offers.

Inclusion and Accessibility

ICON is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building an inclusive and accessible workplace where everyone feels valued and supported.

If you require reasonable accommodations during the recruitment process, please let us know or submit a request here.

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