* Implementing and maintaining processes, governance, systems, and teams that support the effective delivery of projects aligned with organizational strategy.
* Ensuring adherence to industry best practices and internal/external policies/requirements for activities related to external research opportunities, such as Investigator Initiated Studies (IIS) and Research Collaborations.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES
Team & Capability Leadership
* Lead, manage, and develop the team (resources and budget), providing strategic and tactical direction.
* Build and maintain effective collaborations with internal and external stakeholders, proactively understanding their needs and priorities to optimize partnerships and delivery.
* Perform other tasks as assigned by management.
External Funding & Research Opportunities
* Oversee all activities related to external research (e.g., Investigator Initiated Studies, Research Collaborations) and external funding (grants, sponsorships, donations, etc.).
* Develop, implement, and maintain a strategic framework, governance, and processes to review and execute opportunities in alignment with industry best practices and organizational strategies.
Requirements
Minimum Experience & Technical Expertise
* At least 15 years of relevant pharmaceutical industry experience in R&D, Medical Affairs, clinical development, or Safety, including:
o Translating vision into strategy, tactics, and operations with hands‑on experience in global, regional, or local operations.
o Expertise in leading and developing quality management systems and components (including the use of electronic systems in regulated environments).
o Experience in resource and budget planning/management, with a strong understanding of business strategy and financial performance.
Leadership Competencies
* Inspirational leader with the ability to develop, communicate, and implement strategic direction for teams to meet short-, mid-, and long-term objectives.
* Ability to create a culture of accountability, motivating, coaching, and mentoring team members to develop their potential.
* Demonstrates high integrity and a strong commitment to patient welfare and ethical behavior.
Culture, Mindset & Competencies
* Learning through experience: Promotes a culture of learning from both successes and failures, encouraging knowledge sharing and continuous improvement.
* Thinking holistically: Understands the broader impact of decisions across the business and seeks synergies both within and outside the organization. Encourages creative collaboration across functional boundaries.
* Gathering and interpreting information: Actively seeks a deep understanding of stakeholders' and patients' needs, motivations, and behaviors, translating these into actionable insights.
* Delivering impactful results: Takes initiative and strives to deliver results, challenges self and others to create value, and makes courageous decisions while balancing risks.
* Championing Change: Embraces and leads change, encouraging others to do the same, and models resilience and agility during periods of transformation.
* Working together: Leverages diversity to improve outcomes, builds trustful relationships with internal and external stakeholders to achieve business goals, while fostering a culture of accountability and value creation.
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