Associate Director Senior Study Lead - Single Sponsor Dedicated (home-based)

IQVIA UK

Slovakia
Bachelor's degree in life sciences or healthcare
4+ years clinical research experience phases i-iv
3+ years global study execution experience
The Associate Director Senior Study Lead guides the cross-functional clinical trial team end-to-end to achieve study objectives

Job Summary

  • The Associate Director Senior Study Lead guides the cross-functional clinical trial team end-to-end to achieve study objectives.
  • This role requires proactive, iterative operational planning with effective contingencies and an embedded risk management mindset.
  • Candidates must be based in Slovakia, Romania, Spain, or Portugal as UK visa sponsorship is not available.

Matching Summary

The Associate Director Senior Study Lead guides the cross-functional clinical trial team end-to-end to achieve study objectives.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Bachelor's degree in life sciences or healthcare
  • 4+ years clinical research experience Phases I-IV
  • 3+ years global study execution experience
  • Expert knowledge of GCP/ICH and FDA/EMA standards
  • Experience managing virtual teams in matrix environment

Nice-to-have

  • Advanced degree in relevant field
  • Proven ability to build team capabilities
  • Strong negotiation and conflict resolution skills
  • Enterprise mindset with aligned solution driving
  • Psychological safety fostering leadership style

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree required; Advanced degree preferred
  • Minimum 4 years recent involvement in clinical research
  • Minimum 3 years contribution to global study aspects
  • Fluent English oral and written communication
  • Must reside in Slovakia, Romania, Spain, or Portugal

Work Rights

Must be based in Slovakia, Romania, Spain, or Portugal

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