Head of US Clinical - Americas CRO

Argenta•Shawnee, KS

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Argenta is seeking a Head of US Clinical to join our Americas CRO leadership team. This is an onsite role within our Americas CRO headquarters located at our Shawnee, KS facility.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a scientific discipline.
10+ years experience in clinical trial team management
Proven experience managing large teams including remote employees
Thorough knowledge of practical experience in GCP and GLP protocols, Final Study Reports and Study Master Files
Collaborative working style and the ability to lead and motivate people at all levels and across multiple functions within the organization

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree preferred
Contract Research Organization experience preferred
Affinity with Animal Health preferred

Responsibilities

Leads the execution of the Clinical strategy and business plan
Builds and maintains a high-performance culture through championing effective performance, processes, communication, and coaching and development of staff
Provides timely, relevant, and accurate reporting to the Executive team and board
Effectively manages client and other stakeholder expectations through relevant communication
Maintains key industry contacts as a forum for promoting clinical services
Develops and executes strategies for growing the business, including proposals to attract and retain clients, expand the client base, form key alliances, and advise on additional services to support growth
Provides the leadership and guidance necessary to successfully develop and manage direct reports and provide meaningful feedback to Leadership and Management Teams
Provides oversight and direction to multiple project teams, fostering team support as well as individual development
Provides expert advice on animal health product development to clients and US Clinical staff using knowledge of federal regulations and guidelines
Reviews the Sponsor contract, protocol/forms, Sponsor study-specific procedures for the study and other documentation required
Obtains a clear understanding of all aspects of the study and defines the roles of Clinical R&D, the Sponsor, and study personnel
Coordinate and assign tasks to clinical personnel and ensure projects are compliant with Good Clinical Practice Guidelines (if applicable) to deliver high quality data to the study Sponsor.