Regional Director of Clinical Research Operations

6 days ago


Singapore AbbVie Full time
Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Regional Director of Clinical Research Operations to join our team at AbbVie. As a key member of our organization, you will be responsible for the on-time, budget, and quality delivery and execution of start-up and maintenance activities for clinical studies within your assigned region.

In this role, you will serve as a single point of accountability across the region for the delivery and execution of site start-up and maintenance activities. Your primary responsibilities will include:

  • Leading a team of Area SSU Leads and overseeing their growth and development;
  • Managing resourcing, hiring, performance reviews, and talent development for designated area staff;
  • Providing strategic input on regional and country strategies, timelines, site profiles, and risk assessments;
  • Establishing country/site activation plans, including risk assessments and mitigation planning;
  • Driving the maintenance of country and site intelligence for assigned regions;
  • Providing regular updates and metrics to senior leadership on regional start-up performance;
  • Leading quality management through risk-based thinking;
  • Developing and implementing continuous improvement initiatives to enhance regional performance;
  • Managing identified risks through effective mitigation plans;
  • Ensuring audit/inspection readiness and compliance with global regulations and guidelines.
Requirements

To succeed in this role, you will need:

  • A Bachelor's Degree in a healthcare or scientific field;
  • A minimum of 12 years of clinical research experience, preferably with 5+ years of relevant study start-up management experience;
  • A minimum of 4 years of experience in line management, including acquisition of talent, performance management, growth, and development;
  • Demonstrated ability to develop and retain high-performing staff;
  • Excellent working knowledge of all roles within the job family;
  • Ability to work independently with minimal oversight;
  • Proven leadership skills in a cross-functional global team environment;
  • Strong analytical and critical thinking skills;
  • Ability to communicate persuasively and with clarity;
  • Demonstrated program execution skills, preferably in start-up;
  • Advanced working knowledge of ICH and GCP guidelines;
  • Operational understanding of the global regulatory environment.
Compensation

The estimated annual salary for this position is between $120,000 and $180,000, depending on location and experience.

Please note that AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives, serving our community, and embracing diversity and inclusion.



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