Senior Director/Director, Strategy & Delivery – Gen Med, Rare Disease

Syneos Health

. Develop and execute study and customer engagement strategies aligned with customer objectives .

Posted 11/3/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSenior💰 $134,400 - $306,500 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive clinical research experience and deep knowledge of global drug development and regulatory requirements, with a strong focus on therapeutic landscapes and operational excellence. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage complex projects while ensuring compliance and financial accuracy.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Clinical Research ExperienceGlobal Drug Development KnowledgeLeadership In Complex EnvironmentsOperational And Financial AcumenKnowledge Of FDA And GCP Guidelines

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Hard Skills

Proposal DevelopmentAccount PlanningRisk ManagementBudget ManagementStudy Strategy DevelopmentForecastingRegulatory ComplianceQuality AssuranceChange Order ManagementCustomer Engagement Strategies

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsPresentation SkillsProblem-Solving CapabilityOrganizational DisciplineAttention To Detail

Tools & Technologies

Core Business Tools

Industry Keywords

Life SciencesContract Research OrganizationPharmaceuticalBiotechnologyTherapeutic AreasRheumatologyDermatologyNephrologyGastroenterologyICH Good Clinical Practice

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and execute study and customer engagement strategies aligned with customer objectives
Partner with Business Development and Medical Strategy to secure new business and support account growth
Lead pre-award activities, including account planning, proposal strategy, proposal development, and Bid Defense Meetings
Build cross-functional partnerships to develop competitive, customer-focused solutions
Ensure strategic alignment, operational feasibility, and financial accuracy in proposals
Prepare and coach cross-functional teams for customer presentations
Align proposal commitments with operational delivery plans for seamless study execution
Lead and develop high-performing cross-functional teams
Develop customer and stakeholder relationships, manage risks, and resolve issues
Ensure delivery across assigned studies meets scope, timelines, quality, regulatory, and financial expectations
Manage forecasting, budgets, financial performance, and change orders
Promote quality, compliance, governance, risk management, and continuous improvement
Develop study strategies and delivery plans aligned with scientific, operational, financial, and customer objectives
Balance competing priorities and deliver projects to scope, quality, timeline, and financial expectations
Contribute to the development of peers and project teams

Requirements

What you’ll need

Degree in the life sciences, nursing degree, or equivalent education or equivalent related experience
Extensive clinical research experience in a contract research organization, pharmaceutical, or biotechnology company
Deep knowledge of global drug development and regulatory requirements
Strong understanding of therapeutic landscapes and industry trends
Demonstrated therapeutic area depth in rheumatology, dermatology, rare general medicine diseases, nephrology, or gastroenterology (GI)
Proven leadership in complex, matrixed environments
Strong communication and presentation skills
Demonstrated operational and financial acumen across multiple programs
Strong problem-solving capability
High level of organizational discipline and attention to detail
Proficient in core business tools
Fluent in English
Willingness to travel (~25%)
Knowledge of FDA and worldwide drug development regulations
Knowledge of national and ICH Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines

Benefits

Comp & perks

Career development and progression
Supportive and engaged line management
Technical and therapeutic area training
Peer recognition and total rewards program
Company car or car allowance
Medical, dental, and vision benefits
Company match 401(k)
Eligibility to participate in Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Eligibility to earn commissions/bonus based on company and individual performance
Flexible paid time off (PTO)
Sick time
Reasonable accommodations, when appropriate