Study Start-up Operations Lead

GlaxoSmithKline

South Africa
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Bachelor's degree in life sciences or related field
Minimum 3 years experience in clinical research start-up
Knowledge of south african regulatory and ethics processes
** GSK is seeking a Study Start-up Operations Lead in South Africa to oversee the initiation of global clinical studies. The role requires coordinating with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to ensure studies are delivered on time and in compliance with regulatory standards. **

Job Summary

  • This role offers the opportunity to lead key activities to progress your career while contributing to GSK's mission of uniting science, technology, and talent to get ahead of disease together.
  • You will act as the operational lead for study start-up activities within South Africa, coordinating timelines, resources, and deliverables for global clinical studies.
  • The position requires maintaining trial master file accuracy, ensuring compliance with local regulations, ICH-GCP, and GSK standards while supporting training for site and internal staff.

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** GSK is seeking a Study Start-up Operations Lead in South Africa to oversee the initiation of global clinical studies. The role requires coordinating with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to ensure studies are delivered on time and in compliance with regulatory standards. **

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Bachelor's degree in life sciences or related field
  • Minimum 3 years experience in clinical research start-up
  • Knowledge of South African regulatory and ethics processes
  • Experience managing vendors and site relationships
  • Strong project management and milestone tracking skills

Nice-to-have

  • Advanced degree in life sciences or clinical research
  • Experience in global pharmaceutical vaccine programmes
  • Familiarity with trial master file systems
  • Prior experience negotiating site contracts
  • Demonstrated ability to lead and coach local teams

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in life sciences, clinical research, pharmacy, nursing, or related field
  • Minimum of 3 years' experience in clinical research focused on study start-up
  • Clear written and verbal communication skills in English
  • Ability to work on-site in South Africa

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