Clinical Research Lead

Help bring science to life and join a leading pharmaceutical company to play a key role in delivering impactful research that drives healthcare innovation!

Proclinical is seeking a Clinical Research Lead to oversee and manage global clinical studies of medium to high complexity. In this role, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure the successful execution of clinical trials, from protocol development to data interpretation and reporting. This position requires strong leadership, operational expertise, and a proactive approach to risk management.

Please note that to be considered for this role you must have the right to work in this location or hold an EU passport.

• Lead the development and implementation of clinical protocols, amendments, and study-related documents in collaboration with medical and cross-functional teams.
• Provide strategic and scientific input into study concepts, feasibility assessments, and operational execution plans.
• Collaborate with cross-functional partners to identify and select high-performing sites to meet recruitment goals.
• Lead global cross-functional Clinical Trial Teams (CTTs) to ensure trial deliverables are met, promoting realistic planning and actionable alternatives to accelerate timelines.
• Manage internal and external stakeholder expectations while fostering alignment across line functions.
• Conduct ongoing medical-scientific reviews of clinical trial data, including safety trend analysis, signal detection, and data interpretation.
• Prepare and lead dose escalation meetings with investigators and ensure real-time availability of quality clinical trial data.
• Proactively lead risk mitigation discussions and implement risk management strategies at the trial level.
• Forecast and manage study budgets in collaboration with key partners.
• Set vendor strategies and timelines for assigned studies.
• Implement best practices and standards for trial management, sharing lessons learned to improve processes.

• Bachelor's degree in life sciences or healthcare (advanced degrees such as PhD, MD, PharmD, or Master's preferred).
• Strong understanding of oncology/hematology or demonstrated learning agility in therapeutic areas.
• Proven ability to lead complex collaborations and adapt to fast-paced changes.
• Strong interpersonal skills with a track record of building positive relationships and fostering a collaborative work environment.
• Proficient in clinical trial methodology, particularly in early clinical development.
• Operational project management experience, including planning, prioritization, and problem-solving.
• Ability to interpret and represent trial-level data effectively.
• Working knowledge of clinical finance principles to manage budgets efficiently.
• Extensive knowledge of ICH-GCP guidelines and external regulations.
• Fluent in oral and written English.

If you are having difficulty in applying or if you have any questions, please contact Olivier Worch at .

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