Associate Director, Clinical Operations

IQVIA UK

Base: $94,900.00 - $264,200.00 annualized; bonus/e...
Fully remote with 20-30% travel
8-12+ years clinical research experience
7-10+ years leading phase i-iv trials
Direct leadership of 10-15 dlms
IQVIA UK is seeking an Associate Director of Clinical Operations to lead clinical research teams remotely, with a travel requirement of 20-30%. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in clinical trials, people management, and client engagement, particularly within sponsor or CRO environments

Job Summary

  • This role provides direct leadership to 10–15 DLMs and indirect oversight to 150–175 clinical operations staff across multiple functions.
  • The position requires managing end-to-end study delivery including CRO/vendor oversight, budget management, and inspection readiness in alignment with ICH-GCP.
  • Candidates must demonstrate strong cross-functional collaboration skills while serving as a key liaison to sponsor partners for governance and escalation management.

Matching Summary

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IQVIA UK is seeking an Associate Director of Clinical Operations to lead clinical research teams remotely, with a travel requirement of 20-30%. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in clinical trials, people management, and client engagement, particularly within sponsor or CRO environments.

Salary

Base: $94,900.00 - $264,200.00 annualized; Bonus/Equity: Incentive plans and bonuses may be offered; Benefits: Range of health and welfare benefits included

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 8-12+ years clinical research experience
  • 7-10+ years leading Phase I-IV trials
  • Direct leadership of 10-15 DLMs
  • End-to-end study delivery ownership
  • ICH-GCP and global regulatory compliance
  • Sponsor partner relationship management

Nice-to-have

  • Oncology or Cardiology therapeutic background
  • FSP delivery model experience
  • Process improvement initiative drive
  • Global exposure in complex programs
  • Advanced degree preferred

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree preferred
  • 8-12+ years progressive clinical research experience
  • 7-10+ years leading Phase I-IV clinical trials
  • Proven people leadership experience managing CTMs, CRAs, CTAs

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