Senior Operational Strategy Director

Precision For Medicine

. Drive and support operational strategy considerations for RFPs and bid defense meetings .

Posted 10/14/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSenior💰 $203,200 - $304,800 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in operational strategy analysis, budget development, and clinical trial execution within the CRO/Pharmaceutical industry. Proven ability to lead projects, mentor teams, and provide data-driven insights for successful bid defense and client engagement.

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Operational Strategy AnalysisBudget DevelopmentClinical Trial ExecutionLeadership SkillsAnalytical Thinking

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Hard Skills

Clinical DevelopmentStudy BudgetingData AnalysisFeasibility AssessmentProject ManagementRegulatory ComplianceICH-GCP MasteryProposal DevelopmentCompetitive Landscape AnalysisRecruitment Rate Projection

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsOrganizational SkillsActive ListeningPresentation AbilitiesAttention to Detail

Tools & Technologies

MS WordMS ExcelMS PowerPointWeb-Based ApplicationsData Management Platforms

Industry Keywords

CROPharmaceuticalClinical TrialsOperational ExecutionBid DefenseClient ConsultingScientific StrategyTherapeutic Area ExpertisePost-Award EngagementMatrix Environment

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Drive and support operational strategy considerations for RFPs and bid defense meetings
Support operational teams at bid defense meetings
Analyze complex global clinical study operationalization, competitive environment, study design, and rationale
Represent Precision operations at pre-award meetings
Lead projects supporting innovation and competitive advantage
Develop and refine operational strategy for potential opportunities, including enrollment, feasibility, study timelines, startup timelines, relevant experience, and competitive landscape
Provide data-driven analysis on country and site recommendations, competitive environment, and projected recruitment rate
Develop proposal text and conduct comprehensive proposal reviews
Ensure proposals reflect strategic, operational, scientific, medical, and clinical development planning
Create and refine study budgets
Transition operational strategy to Project Management and Clinical Trial Management ahead of bid defense meetings
Participate in post-award engagement meetings
Mentor and train colleagues in strategy and budgeting for clinical research
Represent Precision in client meetings, capabilities presentations, industry meetings, speaking engagements, and booth exhibitions
Provide feasibility and competitive landscape input for bid defense meetings using software and web-based applications
Create innovative solutions with medical and scientific strategy and provide client consulting
Support pre-award collaboration and translational/data innovation strategies
Publish scientific or industry-related articles in journals and digital media

Requirements

What you’ll need

Approximately 18 years in the CRO/Pharmaceutical industry or equivalent relevant experience and/or demonstrated competencies
Demonstrated competence and relevant experience in operational strategy analysis and budget review
Strong experience in Precision’s identified target therapeutic area clinical development, including operational delivery considerations, strategy, feasibility, budget development and operational execution of all phases of clinical trials
Proven leadership and organizational skills
Strong oral and written communication skills
Strong rationale and analytical thinking
Strong ability to develop and review study budgets in alignment with study delivery strategy
Active listening and strong presentation abilities
Ability to collaborate with diverse stakeholders
Strong computer skills, specifically with MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and web/data-based platforms
Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills
Strong attention to detail
Ability to multitask to tight timelines, prioritize workload, and maintain high quality standards
Willingness to work in a matrix environment, independently and as part of a dynamic team
Numeric and financial management skills
Mastery knowledge of ICH-GCP, relevant Precision for Medicine SOPs, and regulatory guidance
Domestic and international travel including overnight stays
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the country of employment without employer sponsorship

Benefits

Comp & perks

Discretionary annual bonus
Health insurance
Retirement savings benefits
Life insurance
Disability benefits
Parental leave
Paid time off for sick leave and vacation