Position Summary
The Clinical Operations Asset Lead is the single point of accountability for clinical operations delivery across the full asset lifecycle. Representing Global Clinical Operations at the asset level, the COAL sets and delivers the program‑level operational strategy that enables execution of the scientific vision. Working in close partnership with clinical, biostatistics, and functional experts, the COAL drives informed decision‑making, provides strategic leadership to Study Delivery Teams, and ensures high‑quality, on‑time delivery while retaining full accountability for overall asset outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
Asset & Development Strategy
Contribute to the Clinical Development Plan (CDP) and Integrated Evidence Plan (IEP) across Research, Development, and LCM
Ensure study designs are operationally feasible, regionally compliant, cost‑effective, and deliver high‑quality data
Provide protocol‑level operational input and support amendments through governance review
Resourcing & Vendor Strategy
Lead and own the asset‑level resourcing strategy (in‑house vs outsourced)
Approve vendor selection, contracting, and oversight in line with GSK standards
Delivery Quality & Inspection Readiness
Serve as escalation point for critical operational, quality, and GCP issues
Lead cross‑functional coordination to ensure inspection readiness and high‑quality study delivery
Ensure transparent communication of risks, issues, and successes across GCO
Operational Delivery & Governance
Own asset‑level delivery plans, scenario modeling, and budget forecasts
Drive innovative, patient‑centric and efficient approaches to study execution
Represent Clinical Operations at governance boards and support clinical filing activities
Risk, Data & Stakeholder Management
Own the asset‑level risk register and mitigation strategy using Quality by Design
Ensure accurate, current operational data in GSK systems until transition to study teams
Lead internal and external stakeholder engagement across the asset
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in general science or life/health related science
Extensive portfolio‑level strategic experience leading and delivering complex clinical research programs or equivalent initiatives with significant business impact
Expert‑level experience across end‑to‑end clinical development and the regulatory landscape, enabling proactive, innovative strategic guidance and independent leadership of complex cross‑functional teams
Proven experience navigating and strategizing across multiple regulatory pathways potentially pursued simultaneously for different indications
Ability to develop and execute integrated strategic plans across multiple streams and indications for one large asset or multiple interdependent assets
Excellent leadership skills building and managing matrixed teams, promoting motivation and empowerment of others to accomplish individual, team and organizational objectives within highly complex and high‑pressure environments, while maintaining visibility at a senior level
Excellent influencing and stakeholder management skills at all levels of the organization (including SVP and C‑level)
Competent in working with complexity and uncertainty within the external regulatory environment (e.g. FDA, EMEA)
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree in general science or life/health related science, or MBA
Preferred experience leading or contributing to operational integration aspects of BD deals
Demonstrated cross‑functional collaboration with effective communication skills and experience in building networks and influencing partners and stakeholders at all levels of the organization
Benefits
The annual base salary for new hires in Poland ranges from PLN 437,250 to PLN 728,750 gross, depending on skills, experience, education and market rate. The role may also be eligible for a bonus and awards for exceptional performance. All statutory benefits will be maintained in accordance with Polish law. Additional benefits may include private healthcare, additional paid days off, life insurance, private pension plan and fully paid parental leave and care of family member leave.
EEO Statement
GSK is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), military service or any basis prohibited under federal, state or local law.
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