Studies Director

Supported Studies Director

Locations – GSK HQ, New Oxford Street & USA - Upper Providence

Reports to
:
Head of Interventional & Supported Studies

The key purpose of the Supported Studies Director is to lead the team to deliver studies across all TA.

The Supported Studies Delivery leads and oversees the strategic planning, innovation, execution and management of all supported studies (IIS and SCS) within GSK, including Chief Patient Officer (CPO) Organization, Global Health, Vaccines and R&D

In this role you are the supported studies global process owner (GPO). As the GPO, you are responsible for the end-to-end supported studies process and systems to ensure all supported studies are conducted to the highest standards of quality, ethics, and efficiency, utilizing the latest innovations, systems and best in class practices.

In this role, you will:

• Lead the Supported Study TA Teams to execute supported studies with high quality to schedule and budget.
• Manage the Supported TA Leads to optimize TA level study timelines and scenarios to facilitate delivery of supported studies portfolio in line with Areas of Interest.
• Ensure feasibility of proposals and provide appropriate oversight of proposals deemed of interest to ensure a high-quality, cost-efficient way to meet timelines
• Review proposals across all TA to ensure operational feasibility and consistency within program.
• Accountable for ensuring successful end to end operational support for the lifecycle of all studies across all TA.
• Plan, allocate, review and organize staff assignments. Provide leadership, coaching, guidance as well as training and staff development opportunities. Responsible for hiring and performance management process.
• Drive innovative approaches to study delivery through external facing advances in technology and sciences.
• Review budget forecasts for future studies and ensure they are accurately represented in in the financial system.
• Collaborate across TA's;
  General Medicine, Global Health, Specialty, Oncology, Vaccines to identify process inefficiencies and lead solution development and implementation.

Basic Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., Life Sciences, Medicine, Pharmacy, or related area).
• Significant proven experience in clinical study delivery and execution gained from a pharmaceutical organization.
• Previous experience managing cross-functional teams in a global setting.
• Demonstrated leadership experience in managing people, including hiring, performance management, and staff development.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage and prioritize multiple complex studies.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate across teams and escalated issues effectively.
• Experience working with senior stakeholders such as TA Heads, Medical Affairs Leads, and Portfolio Managers.
• Expertise in driving innovation in study delivery, including leveraging advanced technologies and scientific approaches.

Preferred Qualifications & Skills

• MSc, PhD or MBA in a relevant field with significant experience leading complex, high-priority clinical studies or programs.
• Strategic thinking and decision-making abilities to optimize study timelines and portfolio delivery.
• Advanced problem-solving skills to address operational challenges and risks effectively.
• Ability to collaborate across therapeutic areas to identify inefficiencies and implement solutions.
• Deep understanding of therapeutic areas relevant to GSK portfolio (e.g., General Medicine, Global Health, Specialty, Oncology, Vaccines).
• Familiarity with global clinical operations frameworks, including budget management systems and forecasting tools.
• Familiarity with clinical trial processes, timelines, and regulatory requirements.
• Understanding of therapeutic areas and related Areas of Interest (e.g., General Medicine, Oncology, Vaccines).

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. If you are passionate about making a difference and have the skills and experience, we are looking for, we encourage you to apply.

Closing Date for Applications: 4th January 2026 (EOD)

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