At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and innovate in centralized clinical monitoring for high-quality clinical trials.
- Company: Dynamic biotech firm committed to inclusivity and gender equality.
- Benefits: Flexible working, wellness programs, and paid parental leave for all parents.
- Other info: Join a supportive environment with opportunities for continuous development.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in clinical research while leading a passionate team.
- Qualifications: Advanced degree and 15+ years in clinical operations or related fields.
The predicted salary is between 170000 - 200000 £ per year.
About the Role
The Director Centralized Clinical Monitoring is a senior leadership role responsible for the strategic and operational oversight of Risk-Based Quality Management (RBQM) and centralized monitoring capabilities. This role leads the design, delivery, and continuous improvement of centralized monitoring strategies to ensure high-quality, inspection-ready clinical trials, leveraging data-driven insights across global clinical programs.
Responsibilities
- Provide strategic and operational leadership for global RBQM and centralized monitoring frameworks.
- Serve as a subject matter expert for RBQM methodologies, tools, and centralized monitoring practices.
- Lead the development and execution of risk assessments, monitoring strategies, and mitigation plans for critical data and processes.
- Ensure consistent, high-quality delivery of centralized monitoring outputs across studies and programs.
- Partner with Clinical Operations, Data Management, Biostatistics, Quality, and Technology teams to drive integrated data surveillance.
- Develop and implement policies, standards, and best practices for centralized clinical monitoring.
- Oversee resource planning, budgeting, and performance management for centralized monitoring teams.
- Mentor, develop, and lead senior managers and subject matter experts within the RBQM function.
- Act as an executive-level advisor to internal stakeholders and clients on RBQM and monitoring strategy.
- Line management to 10+ direct reports.
Experience and Qualifications
- Advanced degree in life sciences, clinical research, pharmacy, or a related discipline.
- 15+ years of experience in pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or CRO environments.
- Minimum 7 years of senior management experience in centralized monitoring, RBQM, or clinical operations leadership.
- Deep expertise in RBQM methodologies and ICH E6/E8 principles.
- Support business development activities by contributing RBQM expertise to proposals and client engagement.
- Proven experience leading global, multidisciplinary teams and complex clinical portfolios.
Benefits
We are proud to offer a great workplace. We are committed to gender equality and an inclusive environment. We support flexible working options, paid parental leave for both parents, flexible leave entitlements, wellness programs, and continuous development programs.
EEO Statement
We are looking for people who are passionate about working in clinical research and biotech, including people who identify as LGBTIQ+, have a disability, or have caring responsibilities.
Salary
Salary Band – Director Centralized Clinical Monitoring $170,000 to $200,000 USD – Salary offered will be based on candidate's experience level.
Director Centralized Clinical Monitoring in London employer: Life Sciences WA
As a leading player in the clinical research and biotechnology sector, we pride ourselves on fostering a dynamic and inclusive work environment that champions gender equality and supports diverse backgrounds. Our London office offers flexible working options, comprehensive wellness programmes, and robust professional development opportunities, ensuring that our employees thrive both personally and professionally while contributing to high-quality, impactful clinical trials.
