Director, Clinical Trial Patient Engagement

Jazz Pharmaceuticals

. Provide strategic leadership of the global patient recruitment and retention capability .

Posted 10/28/2026full-timeRemote • Pennsylvania • United StatesLead💰 $200,000 - $300,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates advanced expertise in global patient recruitment and retention strategies, with a strong focus on integrating data insights and optimizing clinical trial processes. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage stakeholder relationships while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.

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Global Patient Recruitment StrategyLeadership in Clinical Trial EnrolmentData Integration and Predictive AnalyticsCRO and Vendor ManagementRegulatory Compliance and Ethical Standards

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Hard Skills

Clinical ResearchPatient RecruitmentPatient EngagementDigital and Social Media CampaignsPredictive AnalyticsData PrivacyClinical Trial SystemsData VisualizationPatient/HCP-Facing MaterialsContinuous Process Improvement

Soft Skills

Strategic LeadershipCross-Functional CollaborationTeam DevelopmentRelationship BuildingDecision-Making

Tools & Technologies

AI/ML ToolsEMR/Claims DataReporting ToolsRecruitment ToolsClinical Development Portfolio

Industry Keywords

Life SciencesHealthcarePublic HealthClinical TrialsPatient Advocacy Partnerships

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide strategic leadership of the global patient recruitment and retention capability
Lead program- and study-level patient recruitment and retention strategies with internal and external partners
Provide strategic input into protocol and operational planning
Integrate country, direct patient insights, and patient population considerations into feasibility assessments and study design
Develop, implement, and oversee global patient recruitment and retention processes
Optimize enrolment acceleration, clinical study costs, and trial participant experience
Establish and monitor KPIs for patient recruitment cost and ROI
Ensure patient-facing clinical trial activities and materials meet regulatory and ethical standards
Provide functional oversight of CROs and specialist vendors
Identify and integrate technologies and data sources to improve recruitment planning and patient engagement
Build relationships and provide cross-functional leadership with internal and external stakeholders
Manage and develop the patient recruitment and retention team, including hiring, coaching, and resource planning
Act as strategic advisor and subject matter expert across the organization and in industry forums
Represent recruitment and retention leadership in executive meetings, governance boards, and strategic planning sessions
Support inspection readiness and study closeout activities
Enhance recruitment tools, methodologies, and best practices across the clinical development portfolio

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, Healthcare, Public Health, Marketing, or a related field required
Advanced degree preferred
Minimum of 10-12 years of experience in clinical research
5+ years in leadership roles within patient recruitment, patient engagement, or clinical trial enrolment strategy
Advanced expertise in global patient recruitment and retention strategy
Proven success leading global patient recruitment programs and delivering enrolment outcomes while mitigating enrolment risk
Expertise in direct-to-patient outreach, digital and social media campaigns, patient advocacy partnerships, site-based recruitment, and healthcare professional engagement
Ability to interpret complex patient data and translate insights into actionable recruitment strategies
Experience integrating predictive analytics and data sources such as real-world evidence, EMR/claims data, and AI/ML tools
Ability to lead and develop a high-performing team and drive cross-functional decisions
Experience overseeing CRO and vendor partnerships, including governance, performance management, and contract and budget alignment
Deep understanding of data privacy, informed consent, and global regulatory considerations
Advanced experience developing or reviewing patient/HCP-facing recruitment materials
Experience ensuring health literacy, ethical, and regulatory compliance
Proficiency with clinical trial systems, reporting tools, and data visualization platforms
Experience in assessment or utilization of AI/LLM preferred
Experience with inspection readiness and continuous process improvement initiatives
High degree of independence, initiative, and accountability
Ability to establish processes, drive decisions, and manage multiple stakeholders with minimal direction

Benefits

Comp & perks

Discretionary annual cash bonus or incentive compensation
Discretionary equity grants
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
401k retirement savings plan
Flexible paid vacation