Global Head of Clinical Delivery

Everest Clinical Research

. Develop and execute a global clinical operations delivery strategy aligned with corporate growth and operational objectives .

Posted 9/23/2026full-timeRemote • New Jersey • United States, CanadaLead💰 $275,000 - $325,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in global clinical operations, including strategic delivery, regulatory compliance, and operational excellence. Proven ability to lead large teams, drive process improvements, and foster cross-functional collaboration to achieve clinical trial success.

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Global Clinical Operations ManagementRegulatory Compliance ExpertiseOrganizational Transformation LeadershipClinical Trial Delivery ExcellenceExecutive Relationship Building

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Hard Skills

Clinical OperationsDrug DevelopmentProject ManagementBudget ManagementKPI EstablishmentRisk MitigationProcess ImprovementOperational ScalingClinical Trial ConductResource Allocation

Soft Skills

LeadershipCollaborationMentoringEmployee EngagementCommunication

Industry Keywords

ICH-GCPClinical Development ProcessesCRO ExperienceGeographically Dispersed TeamsTherapeutic AreasQuality StandardsAudit SupportInspection ReadinessBusiness DevelopmentCustomer Retention

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and execute a global clinical operations delivery strategy aligned with corporate growth and operational objectives
Establish a vision for clinical delivery excellence across all regions
Define organizational priorities, resource investments, and transformation initiatives with executive leadership
Drive process improvement, technology adoption, and innovative operating models
Represent Global Clinical Delivery in executive governance forums and strategic customer engagements
Provide executive oversight of Phase I–IV clinical operations and full-service trial delivery
Ensure studies are delivered on time, within budget, and in compliance with regulatory and quality requirements
Establish delivery standards, governance models, and performance expectations
Monitor portfolio performance and resolve critical delivery risks and issues
Oversee global clinical operations and full-service client portfolio, resource allocation, and risk mitigation
Drive accountability for quality, timelines, enrollment, site performance, and study outcomes
Ensure cross-functional alignment across clinical, data management, biostatistics, regulatory, medical writing, safety, and other teams
Lead executive-level escalation management for critical studies and strategic customers
Build executive relationships with sponsors and strategic partners
Represent clinical delivery in business development, proposal reviews, and bid defenses
Support customer retention, expansion opportunities, and new business acquisition
Serve as executive sponsor for key accounts and resolve significant customer concerns
Own revenue realization, profitability, forecasting accuracy, and operational efficiency
Manage study budgets, scope changes, resourcing models, and client commitments
Establish KPIs and operational metrics
Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing global clinical delivery organization
Build leadership capability, succession plans, and talent pipelines
Foster collaboration, innovation, diversity, inclusion, and continuous professional development
Drive employee engagement, retention, and workforce planning
Ensure compliance, inspection readiness, audit support, and proactive risk management

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences, Nursing, Pharmacy, Public Health, or a related field required
15+ years of progressive experience in clinical operations roles, clinical delivery, or drug development
10+ years of senior leadership experience within one or more CROs preferred
Delivery experience across North America, Europe, and APAC preferred
Demonstrated success leading large, geographically dispersed global clinical operations organizations
Proven track record managing complex global clinical development programs across multiple therapeutic areas
Experience leading organizational transformation, operational scaling across one or more global regions, and business growth initiatives
Strong understanding of regulatory requirements, clinical trial conduct, and clinical development processes
Compliance with ICH-GCP, regulatory requirements, company SOPs, and applicable quality standards

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Life & AD&D insurance
Short- and long-term disability
Tuition reimbursement
Fitness reimbursement
Employee assistance program (EAP)
401(k) retirement plan
Generous paid time off and sick leave
Opportunity to earn a performance-based bonus
Recruitment and selection process accommodations upon request