Senior Director, Innovation - Clinical Trials

Summary

Join Precision for Medicine as a Senior Director, Innovation - Clinical Trials and drive the implementation of our innovation program. This pivotal role involves building and deploying solutions to enhance operational delivery and efficiency, fostering a culture of innovation to accelerate new medicine development. You will develop and execute a comprehensive innovation strategy, lead cross-functional teams, and collaborate with stakeholders. The ideal candidate possesses a strong track record of leading innovation programs and translating complex concepts into actionable strategies. This position requires significant experience in the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry, advanced degree, and strong leadership skills. Competitive compensation and benefits are offered.

Requirements

• Possess an advanced degree in life sciences discipline or equivalent experience
• Have a minimum of 18 years of experience in the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry, with a focus on innovation and research
• Have a proven track record of leading successful innovation initiatives and managing cross-functional teams

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a comprehensive innovation strategy aligned with the organization’s goals and objectives
• Identify emerging trends and technologies in the pharmaceutical industry to drive continuous improvement and competitive advantage
• Collaborate with senior leadership to integrate innovation into the overall business strategy
• Lead cross-functional teams to conceptualize, develop, and implement innovative projects and initiatives
• Oversee the innovation pipeline, from ideation to completion, ensuring timely and successful project delivery
• Foster a culture of innovative thinking, encouraging employees to contribute ideas for development
• Drive the development of new methodologies, technologies, and processes to enhance Precision for Medicine’s capabilities
• Collaborate with external partners, including academic institutions, industry consortia, and technology providers, to leverage external expertise and resources
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards in all innovation activities
• Implement best practices and innovative solutions to improve operational efficiencies and project delivery
• Monitor and evaluate the performance of innovation initiatives, using data-driven insights to optimize outcomes
• Develop and manage budgets for innovation projects, ensuring effective allocation of resources
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including clients, partners, and regulatory bodies
• Measure and communicate the value and impact of innovation initiatives to internal and external audiences
• Represent the organization at industry conferences, workshops, and other forums to showcase innovation leadership

Preferred Qualifications

Possess a PhD

Benefits

• Discretionary annual bonus
• Health insurance
• Retirement savings benefits
• Life insurance
• Disability benefits
• Parental leave
• Paid time off for sick leave and vacation