Manager, Clinical Operations

Thermo Fisher Scientific

. Oversee clinic operations and drive process improvements .

Posted 10/16/2026full-timeRemote • Florida • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong leadership and management capabilities in clinical operations, with expertise in clinical trial processes, risk-based monitoring, and quality management principles. Proficient in team development, performance management, and operational excellence initiatives.

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Clinical Trial OperationsLeadership ResponsibilityRisk-Based MonitoringICH/GCP KnowledgePerformance Management Tools

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Hard Skills

Clinical Trial OperationsRisk-Based MonitoringQuality Management PrinciplesData EvaluationProcess ImprovementDocumentation ManagementInformation RetrievalKPI MonitoringResource AllocationTraining Program Development

Soft Skills

LeadershipCoachingMentoringProblem SolvingOrganizational Skills

Tools & Technologies

Clinical SystemsPerformance Management Tools

Industry Keywords

ICHGCPSOPsWPDsFDA GuidelinesTherapeutic AreasMedical Terminology

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Google Cloud Platform

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Oversee clinic operations and drive process improvements
Lead, support, coach, and develop a team of Clinical Operations professionals
Manage the full employee lifecycle, including recruitment, onboarding, goal setting, performance management, and career development
Conduct induction, orientation, performance, and skills assessment programs
Identify development needs and address performance concerns
Review and approve time records, expenses, leave requests, and administrative matters
Maintain accurate employee documentation
Drive successful delivery of country-level clinical trials
Align team objectives and individual contributions with study deliverables, quality expectations, and business goals
Support staff allocation according to resourcing processes and study priorities
Partner with project and functional leads to optimize operational performance
Escalate risks or issues affecting timelines, quality, or deliverables
Deliver training on SOPs, WPDs, local regulatory requirements, and operational topics
Identify training gaps and implement development plans
Contribute to training programs and knowledge-sharing initiatives
Promote risk-based monitoring principles
Identify quality concerns, request QA audits, and support audit responses
Contribute to process improvement and operational excellence initiatives
Monitor KPIs, team performance, and study status using applicable systems and tools
Administer policies, processes, and procedures affecting assigned sections and subordinate work units
Manage experienced clinical operations professionals and ensure overall team performance, development, and operational delivery

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree or equivalent and relevant formal academic / vocational qualification
5+ years of comparable experience providing the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job
1+ year of leadership responsibility
Strong leadership, coaching, mentoring, people management, and supervisory skills
Strong expertise in clinical trial operations and monitoring
Strong knowledge of risk-based monitoring and quality management principles
Comprehensive knowledge of ICH/GCP, company SOPs/WPDs, FDA guidelines, and relevant regulatory requirements
Knowledge of therapeutic areas and medical terminology
Ability to evaluate medical and clinical research data
Strong organizational, planning, prioritization, and resource allocation skills
Ability to anticipate risks, solve complex problems, and escalate appropriately
Continuous improvement and process optimization capabilities
Quality-focused negotiation and decision-making skills
Proficiency in clinical systems and performance management tools
Advanced computer skills, including data entry, documentation management, and information retrieval
Excellent command of English, written and spoken
Willingness and ability to travel as required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Global team environment
Career development opportunities
Resources to achieve individual career goals
Collaboration and professional development opportunities
Meaningful work contributing to life-changing therapies and improved health outcomes