Senior Director, Compound Operation Lead | Senior Director, Compound Operation Lead (all genders)
Merck KGaA
Job Summary
This global Senior Director role within Global Development Operations offers a unique opportunity to provide comprehensive operational leadership for the planning and execution of clinical programs. The Compound Operational Lead (COL) will support the strategic direction of clinical trials, ensuring alignment with program objectives, and manage clinical programs from first-in-human studies through asset launch. The role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams, driving faster, cost-efficient, and patient-centric trials, and utilizing state-of-the-art clinical project management methodologies. This position is ideal for a seasoned leader passionate about drug development and committed to advancing human progress in Healthcare.
Required Skills
Education
Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science degree; advanced degree in Life Sciences preferred
Experience
- 12-15 years of experience leading complex global clinical trial programs
- 5-7 years in senior leadership roles
- Extensive project management experience in diverse settings
- Broad clinical operations experience
- Proven teambuilding abilities across multidisciplinary teams
- Comprehensive expertise in drug development and its interdependencies
Languages
Additional
- Not specified
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