Sr CPM Director, BDU

IQVIA ,
Reading, Berkshire
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IQVIA is the leading human data science company focused on helping healthcare clients find unparalleled insights and better solutions for patients. Formed through the merger of IMS Health and Quintiles, IQVIA offers a broad range of solutions that harness the power of healthcare data, domain expertise, transformative technology, and advanced analytics to drive healthcare forward. Leads and oversees the execution of clinical projects and research studies in accordance with global and local regulations to best meet customer needs while working toward organizational goals and strategies. Manages the delivery of clinical research studies from initiation to closeout. Ensures that quality deliverables are presented on time and within budget; coordinates workstreams and cross-functional project teams while monitoring the use of consistent tools and methodologies; identifies and evaluates potential project risks and develops mitigation plans; and serves as the primary point of contact with the project sponsor. Recognized master in professional discipline who implements strategic goals and significantly improves on existing processes and practices. Develops and implements new products, processes, standards or operational plans that will have impact on the achievement of functional results. Using broad management discretion, lead complex, global, multi-functional, project(s) or program, including the study management execution of the project/program, to the Sponsor's satisfaction, ensuring all deliverables are met, including quality, time and budget deliverables. Has strategic decision-making responsibility for the project/program. Ensure that all project work is completed in accordance with SOPs, policies and practices. Direct and define the scope of work, objectives, quality of deliverables, and other project and study management activities. Serve as primary project contact with Sponsor to ensure appropriate communication channels are maintained and reporting schedules adhered to. Ensure the development and implementation of project plans for all phases of the project lifecycle, including the quality and risk management, ensuring that issue escalation and resolution is clear. Lead the development of proactive contingency plans to mitigate clinical risk across studies. Partner with Business Development to finalize the project budget and scope of work and manage project budget(s) to meet financial and company goals (realization targets), proactively ensuring adherence to change control processes. Direct and define project and study management activities for team members related to their project-oriented tasks to ensure that project/program milestones are met. Continually review and ensure adequate resources are available to meet deliverables and milestones. Develop, lead and implement continuous improvement for assigned projects and programs. Act as the key relationship manager for assigned clients; recommend courses of action regarding client management issues; gain approval and support from senior management across the organization for plan. Accountable for the financial oversight and goals for project/program, to meet company realization targets. Provide consultation to clients on drug development process, study management strategy, and plans as needed. Lead proposal and budget development activities, evaluate feasibility of potential programs and impact on company operations and goals, negotiate and make decisions on behalf of the organization. Participate in sales/proposal presentations in face-to-face meetings with potential clients. Influence and shape the direction of Clinical Project Management, including recommendations regarding policies and practices. Participate in function and/or corporate initiatives, special project assignments, and as a client liaison or departmental cross-functional liaison. Requirements * Typically requires a minimum of 10 years of prior relevant experience. * Requires exceptional business knowledge to drive results for the organization. * Applies extensive business and industry expertise and provides organizational thought leadership. * Bachelor's Degree Life sciences or related field * 15 years' clinical research experience including 9 years' project leadership experience, including multi-regional and global focus * Or Equivalent combination of education, training and experience. * In depth technical and/or therapeutic expertise and knowledge of study, project and drug development processes * Demonstrated financial management, including project financial tracking and accounting methods * In depth knowledge of, and skill in applying, applicable clinical research regulatory requirements; i.e., Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and International Conference on Harmonization (ICH) guidelines * Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including strong command of English language * Excellent organization and problem-solving skills * Strong influencing and negotiation skills * Proven

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