Job title: Head of Strategy and Management Office, Global Clinical Development
- Location: Swiftwater, PA, Waltham, MA
Main Responsibilities- Lead the design and delivery of our five-year transformation roadmap to optimize the Global Clinical Development operating model, increase organizational effectiveness, and enhance our ability to deliver the clinical portfolio at scale.
- Develop and present business cases to Vaccine R&D Leadership and Executive Committee to support operational model changes, process simplification, and strategic investments.
- Drive the digital strategy for the department by coordinating with functional leaders, Digital R&D, and cross-company digital teams to implement AI-powered tools, monitor progress, and foster cultural adoption across the organization.
- Oversee budget and resource management deliverables and processes working closely with functional platform heads to ensure optimal resource allocation and coordination and working closely on our Hub strategy in India, Budapest and China.
- Manage the departmental management office, including risk mitigation strategies, internal and regulatory audit readiness, training and onboarding programs, systems access, and communication strategy.
- Lead a team of Strategic External Collaboration specialists to assess, implement, and manage high-impact partnerships with government agencies, healthcare organizations, and industry collaborators.
- Develop and monitor departmental objectives and key results, track performance metrics, and implement initiatives to increase team engagement and effectiveness across a multicultural, global organization.
About YouEducation & Experience- Bachelor's degree required; master's degree or equivalent in a relevant scientific, medical, or business field strongly preferred
- 10+ years of progressive business experience in global pharmaceutical, biotech, consulting, or related field
- 3+ years of people leadership experience
- Proven track record leading transformation initiatives in global, multicultural scientific or R&D settings
- Demonstrated ability to build and present compelling business cases to executive leadership
- Experience managing multicultural global teams, budgets, and resources across multiple geographies preferrred
- Familiarity with clinical development operations and digital R&D - ability to credibly engage with scientific and technical stakeholders
Soft & Technical Skills- Exceptional problem-solving capability - comfortable operating in ambiguity and driving clarity
- Strong project and program management discipline
- Ability to lead through influence in complex matrix organizations without direct authority
- Outstanding communication and storytelling skills - able to translate complex operational and scientific topics for diverse audiences including executive leadership
- Collaborative, culturally agile, and energized by working across a global organization
Languages- Fluent English required; additional languages a plus
Travel- Up to 20% domestic and international
Why Choose Us- Bring the miracles of science to life alongside a supportive, future-focused team.
- Discover endless opportunities to grow your talent and drive your career, whether it's through a promotion or lateral move, at home or internationally.
- Enjoy a thoughtful, well-crafted rewards package that recognizes your contribution and amplifies your impact.
- Take good care of yourself and your family, with a wide range of health and wellbeing benefits including high-quality healthcare, prevention and wellness programs and at least 14 weeks' gender-neutral parental leave
- Be part of a pioneering biopharma company that engages patients early in drug development and uses their insights to design studies that reflect real-world needs.
- Work at the forefront of drug discovery, harnessing cutting-edge AI, data, and digital platforms to push the boundaries of science.
- Help improve the lives of millions of people globally by making drug development quicker and more effective.
The salary range for this position is:
$232,500.00 - $335,833.33
All compensation will be determined commensurate with demonstrated experience. Employees may be eligible to participate in Company employee benefit programs. Additional benefits information can be found through the LINK.
