Senior Patient Recruitment and Engagement Lead

Thermo Fisher Scientific

. Lead global patient recruitment and retention strategy throughout the clinical trial lifecycle .

Posted 9/29/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSenior💰 $100,000 - $120,000 per yearWebsite

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Demonstrates expertise in leading global patient recruitment strategies and managing clinical trial operations, with a strong focus on data analysis, stakeholder engagement, and compliance with healthcare regulations. Proven ability to develop and implement effective recruitment campaigns while managing budgets and vendor relationships.

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Patient Recruitment StrategyClinical Trial OperationsVendor ManagementData Analysis and ReportingStakeholder Engagement

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Hard Skills

Patient RecruitmentGlobal Strategy CreationRecruitment Campaign DevelopmentBudget ManagementProject ManagementData InterpretationRecruitment ReportingRegulatory ComplianceDiversity InitiativesClinical Study Management

Soft Skills

LeadershipClient Relationship ManagementOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsCritical Thinking

Tools & Technologies

Project Management ToolsMicrosoft Office Applications

Industry Keywords

Clinical TrialsPharmaceuticalBiotechnologyCROPatient Privacy RequirementsEthical Recruitment Practices

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead global patient recruitment and retention strategy throughout the clinical trial lifecycle
Develop and own comprehensive recruitment and retention plans aligned with enrollment goals
Identify recruitment risks, develop mitigation strategies, and adjust plans based on study performance
Serve as the primary subject matter expert for patient recruitment and engagement in client-facing interactions
Support proposals, bid defenses, and strategic planning activities related to recruitment
Partner with Project Leads, Clinical Leads, CRAs, study teams, and operational stakeholders during study startup and enrollment
Oversee recruitment-related study activities, timelines, strategy, approvals, reporting updates, and training
Maintain oversight of site-specific recruitment commitments, strategies, and progress
Review pre-screening, screening, screen failure, and recruitment-rate data to guide strategy decisions
Coordinate recruitment tactics and materials across global regions while meeting country-specific requirements
Develop and implement country-specific recruitment initiatives focused on site engagement and insight collection
Lead development, review, approval, translation, production, and distribution of patient-facing recruitment materials
Oversee Central Recruitment campaigns across participating sites
Own deliverable quality and timelines with customer teams
Monitor enrollment metrics and recruitment performance
Analyze recruitment data to identify trends, risks, and optimization opportunities
Develop dashboards, reports, and executive-level presentations for clients and internal stakeholders
Track recruitment and diversity metrics throughout study execution
Manage third-party recruitment vendors and service providers
Monitor vendor performance and quality deliverables
Partner with Finance on recruitment budgets, invoices, out-of-scope activities, and contract modifications
Own financial forecasting for assigned projects
Collaborate with Population Science and internal stakeholders on diversity objectives
Ensure diversity plans are implemented and monitored throughout enrollment
Promote patient-centric recruitment approaches that improve engagement and retention
Ensure recruitment activities comply with regulations, SOPs, study protocols, and patient privacy requirements
Maintain adherence to study tools, systems, documentation, and quality standards

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree or equivalent and relevant formal academic / vocational qualification
Previous experience in patient recruitment within clinical trials, including study management operations and global strategy creation, comparable to 5+ years’ experience
Experience designing and executing global patient recruitment campaigns
Demonstrated client-facing experience with pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or CRO sponsors
Experience managing vendors, budgets, and cross-functional project teams
Strong understanding of clinical trial operations and enrollment strategy
Experience presenting recruitment strategy and performance to executive-level stakeholders
Knowledge of recruitment material development and localization
Knowledge of recruitment campaign strategic development and implementation
Experience collaborating with internal clinical operations and clinical management teams
Experience supporting diverse patient recruitment initiatives
Strong leadership and project management skills
Excellent client relationship and stakeholder management abilities
Advanced analytical and data interpretation skills
Experience developing recruitment reports, dashboards, and executive presentations
Strong organizational and prioritization skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to manage multiple global studies simultaneously
Strong critical thinking, decision-making, and risk management capabilities
Knowledge of healthcare regulations, patient privacy requirements, and ethical recruitment practices
Proficiency with project management tools and Microsoft Office applications
Ability to work effectively within a global matrix organization
Ability to communicate, receive, and understand information and ideas with diverse groups of people
Ability to work upright and stationary for typical working hours
Ability to use and learn standard office equipment and technology
Ability to perform successfully under pressure while prioritizing and handling multiple projects or activities
May require as-needed travel (0–20%)
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship
Must be able to pass a comprehensive background check, including a drug screening

Benefits

Comp & perks

Variable annual bonus based on company, team, and/or individual performance results
National medical and dental plans
National vision plan
Health incentive programs
Employee assistance and family support programs
Commuter benefits
Tuition reimbursement
At least 120 hours paid time off (PTO)
10 paid holidays annually
Paid parental leave (3 weeks for bonding and 8 weeks for caregiver leave)
Accident and life insurance
Short- and long-term disability
Competitive 401(k) U.S. retirement savings plan
Employees’ Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) with opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount
Home-based work arrangement
Relocation assistance is not provided