Director Clinical Operations

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Position Summary:

We are looking for a driven Director Clinical Operations to lead our growing oncology team in Global Clinical Operations in Belgium and The Netherlands. In this vital role, you will be accountable for delivery of the oncology portfolio while leading a team of Managers Clinical Operations, while focusing on enhancing staff performance, professional development, training, onboarding, and resource management to ensure the seamless execution of clinical trials from feasibility through study close-out (2nd line leader).

Education and Experience Requirements:

• ▪ Bachelor's degree or equivalent required, preferably in Life Sciences (e.g., Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Nursing, Pharmacy).
• ▪ Minimum of 12 years of clinical research experience acquired in pharmaceutical industry, CRO or investigational site.
• ▪ Excellent communication and leadership skills. Proven ability to foster team productivity and cohesiveness. Ability to manage complexity under pressure.
• ▪ Effective issue resolution and ability to generate and implement contingency plans for both productivity and quality issues when required.
• ▪ Excellent knowledge of drug development, clinical research operations and regulatory requirements including ICH-GCP, HCC and applicable regulations.
• ▪ Ability to evaluate data generated from various reports and sources.
• ▪ Demonstrated skills in effective communication with various internal and external stakeholders (e.g. investigational sites, ethics committees, health authorities, etc.).
• ▪ Influential in improving the clinical research environment at a country level.
• ▪ At least 6 years of line management experience required.
• ▪ Proficient in decision-making and financial management.
• ▪ Flexible mindset and ability to work in a fast-changing environment. Operates under limited supervision.
• ▪ Proficient in English and Dutch language. For Belgian based candidates proficiency in French is also required.

We only accept applicants who are eligible to work in the EU

At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured, where treatments are smarter and less invasive, and solutions are personal. Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and Med Tech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow, and profoundly impact health for humanity.

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