Patient Recruitment & Retention Strategy Director – Biotech, Oncology

Exelixis

. Lead implementation of recruitment and retention strategy across clinical trial programs, phases and therapeutic areas .

Posted 10/24/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesLead💰 $185,000 - $234,500 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading recruitment and retention strategies for clinical trials, ensuring compliance with global informed consent guidelines and regulatory requirements. Proficient in developing innovative solutions to enhance participant engagement and streamline clinical trial processes.

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Global Informed Consent ProcessGCP ComplianceClinical Trial Phases ExperienceElectronic Data ManagementLeadership in Matrix Organizations

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Hard Skills

Clinical Trial ManagementRegulatory Requirements KnowledgeData AnalysisPerformance Indicator DevelopmentPolicy Development

Soft Skills

CollaborationProblem-SolvingCommunicationCreativityRelationship Building

Certifications & Qualifications

Certification in Assigned Area

Industry Keywords

ICH E6R3Patient EngagementUnder-Represented PopulationsCRO CollaborationHealth Authority Inspections

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead implementation of recruitment and retention strategy across clinical trial programs, phases and therapeutic areas
Ensure adherence to global requirements and guidelines for informed consent forms and clinical trials
Lead a cross-functional informed consent governance team and informed consent reviews
Collaborate with internal and external parties, including CROs, vendors and sites, to achieve enrollment and retention goals
Partner with study teams to deliver the portfolio of studies within defined budgets and timelines
Develop enabling policies and procedures aligned with emerging external laws and guidance, including ICH E6R3
Utilize key data assets and create targets or key performance indicators
Develop methods for durable engagement of under-represented people, including decentralized/direct-to-patient models
Evaluate and update generic informed consent templates to align with global guidance and requirements
Work with CROs to understand their processes and train them on Exelixis processes and templates
Maintain ICH/GCP compliance and quality throughout the informed consent process and forms
Collaborate with Study Delivery Leads to meet timelines
Develop tactics with stakeholders to reach recruitment and retention goals, including patient-friendly study documents
Maintain a repository of global informed consent submission information to expedite study timelines
Participate in health authority inspections and related activities
Support Exelixis Public Relations, external corporate giving and Employee Resource Group initiatives
Perform other duties as assigned
Comply with all policies and standards
No supervisory responsibilities

Requirements

What you’ll need

BS/BA degree in Science, Business or related discipline and a minimum of 13 years of related experience; or MS/MA degree in Science, Business or related discipline and a minimum of 11 years of related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience
May require certification in assigned area
Typically requires at least 6 years of experience in global informed consent process and forms
Experience across different tumor indications and clinical trial phases
Experience in electronic data management
Experience reducing both patient and site burden during clinical trials
Knowledge of GCP and regulatory requirements related to conducting clinical trials worldwide
Leadership and collaboration in complex matrix-run organizations
Ability to develop solutions and innovate to recruit and retain clinical trial participants
Ability to identify and implement methods, techniques, procedures and evaluation criteria to achieve results
Ability to prioritize and perform complicated tasks with creativity and latitude
Strong analytical and business communication skills
Experience partnering closely and building relationships with sites is a plus

Benefits

Comp & perks

401k plan with generous company contributions
Group medical, dental and vision coverage
Life and disability insurance
Flexible spending accounts
Discretionary annual bonus program
Opportunity to purchase company stock
Long-term incentives
15 accrued vacation days in the first year
17 paid holidays including a company-wide winter shutdown in December
Up to 10 sick days throughout the calendar year
Necessary equipment, including dual monitors and ergonomic chairs
Disability accommodation during the recruiting process