Executive Director, Global Project Management (Respiratory)

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 		UnitedHealth Group
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Job Location(s): Austin
Employment Term: Regular
Employment TypeFull Time
Start Date:As soon as possible
Starting Salary Range:Not Provided
Required Experience: Open
Related Categories:Healthcare - Administration/Billing, Project Management

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Job Description - Executive Director, Global Project Management (Respiratory) (313772)
Job Description
Executive Director, Global Project Management (Respiratory)-313772
Description
i3 Research is a full-service, global CRO specializing incentral nervous system, oncology, respiratory and infectious diseases, endocrinology and metabolic diseases, and cardiology. We approach our work with an intense focus on the unique demands of these therapeutic categories and the needs of our clients. We deliver the therapeutic science that helps our clients develop better patient care.

As a UnitedHealth Group company, i3 Research is part of a worldwide health care service organization that uses innovation, integrity and commitment to prepare for the future - and you can prepare for yours with us. It's a rare combination for success that only a career with i3 Research can provide.
The Therapeutic Area Head, Project Management is responsible for the therapeutic management and direction of the Project Management department in the delivery of quality clinical trial management services, achieving the stated goals of the Customer and i3 Research.
Major Responsibilities
  • Build, organize and coach integrated therapeutic team to drive creativity, efficiency and effectiveness of the costumer identifying opportunities and assuring alignment with overall goals and strategy of i3 Research.
  • Collaborate with client on development of objectives, strategy and tactical plans for the development and if necessary, commercialization of costumer products, assuring a global focus of goals, strategies and plans.
  • Help client with alternative strategic options in order to manage risks and optimize the value of their products.
  • In collaboration with client, plane and implement the panels of clinical experts and manage and develop clinical and scientific advisory boards.
  • Evaluate infrastructure which affects therapeutic and operational teams and be one of drivers through appropriate task forces to develop and optimize resolutions.
  • Define the role of global management team in measuring and analyzing performance results with special focus on quality.
  • Provide input for definition of decision points, analysis of options and issues and recommendation of significant optimization opportunities to customer.
  • Interact with internal customers and directors, globally, to assure consistent performance and quality of work within each region.
  • Provides role based learning and development experiences tied to role and level, competency skill requirements and performance expectations.
Qualifications

Qualifications

  • Ph.D. or M.D. preferred
  • 10 years or more of clinical research experience in the Pharmaceutical/CRO industry
  • Demonstrated experience in directing development of objectives, strategy and tactical plans for drug development across multiple functional areas
  • Experience and knowledge of clinical trial operations
  • Knowledge of Good Clinical Practice/ICH Guidelines and other applicable regulatory requirements
  • Strong interpersonal savvy and the ability to build relationships both internally and with sponsors
  • Extensive acumen in problem solving, juggling multiple priorities and a commitment to quality and customer focus
  • Proven ability to build a successful team and to mentor, motivate and direct staff
  • Must demonstrate good computer skills.
Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: equal opportunity employer M/F/D/V
UnitedHealth Group is a drug-free workplace. All candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
Job Project Mgmt - Pharma Research
Primary LocationUS-NC-Cary
Other LocationsUS-TX-Austin, US-CA-San Diego, US-NJ-Basking Ridge
Organization i3 Research North America
Schedule Full-time
Number of Openings 1

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