Associate Director, Clinical Trial Services - Remote

Overview

The Associate Director, Clinical Trials Services oversees a group of Clinical Biospecimen Operations Managers working on multiple projects/studies focused on delivery of Natera's testing pipeline for Pharma and Consortium/Academic studies where Natera tests are run as part of an externally sponsored clinical trial or a companion diagnostic program. This role provides direct management to individual contributors to ensure delivery of study objectives. Coordinates with management for department resources. Fields management requests, provides resourcing feedback and delegates work accordingly.

In Short

• Lead and manage a team dedicated to externally sponsored oncology studies.
• Oversee study operational activities and manage timelines and planning.
• Monitor study health and key metrics throughout the study lifecycle.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders for on-schedule delivery.
• Ensure proactive resource assignment to projects.
• Troubleshoot technical and non-technical problems across project delivery.
• Maintain readiness for audits and inspections.
• Facilitate staff development and career growth.
• Manage a team of 2-5 direct reports.
• Make recommendations on human resources and project budgets.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in a scientific relevant field, PMP certification preferred.
• 7 years minimum experience in clinical studies management.
• Proven experience in leading people to achieve timelines with high quality.
• Expertise in managing clinical trials and vendor relationships.
• Strong project management, organizational, and communication skills.
• Knowledge of HIPAA/PHI privacy and compliance training.
• Ability to make independent decisions impacting project execution.
• Experience with Good Clinical Practice (GCP).
• Ability to work effectively across business areas.
• Advanced proficiency in job-related technical skills.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability plans.
• Free testing for employees and their immediate families.
• 401k benefits and commuter benefits.
• Generous employee referral program.
• Pregnancy and baby bonding leave.