Director of Clinical Operations

We are currently looking for a strong people leader and experienced Clinical Operations professional to join us in our Munich office.

What can Medpace offer you?

• Flexible working conditions – Hybrid working model and flexible working hours
• Competitive employee benefits
• Annual Merit increases
• Casual Dress Code

• Line management of a team of Clinical Research Associates (CRAs)
• Recruitment
• Involvement in training and development of the CRAs in collaboration with the Training & Development department
• Oversight of CRAs to ensure they meet expectations
• Tracking and management of CRA resourcing and allocation of studies assignment
• Turnover and retention of CRAs to meet company objectives
• Assist Clinical Trial Managers (CTM) with achieving project objectives in regards to CRA performance standards, monitoring consistency and compliance; also in trouble shooting and serve as a resource for issue resolution
• May serve as a main contact for the country/region (including feasibility) and as a lead CRA as needed
• For senior level may be responsible for leading department project/tasks for multiple countries or regions and the supervision and development of CRAs and CRA Managers.

For Director level:

• Supervision of CRA Managers across regions to ensure effective CRA line management and development.
• Contribute to Clinical Monitoring recruitment and retention across regions.
• Evaluate effective CRA and CRA Manager training strategies on ongoing basis; and oversee all operational metrics and goals across regions.
• Coordinate functions and activities between departments to ensure contracts/projects awarded to Medpace are successfully completed.
• Oversee the hiring, training, evaluation, and retention of associates.

• Bachelor’s degree as a minimum with at least 4 years' experience as a CRA and at least 8-10 years' experience related to clinical research - including a minimum of 2-3 years as a CRA Line Manager.
• Advanced knowledge of Good Clinical Practice
• Strong leadership, mentoring, and motivational skills
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft® Office software
• Occasional travel for evaluation of CRAs (approximately 15-25%)
• Fluent in English and German.

In addition :

• Demonstrated ability to think strategically, conceptualize and execute organizational strategy.
• Advanced knowledge of federal regulations regarding clinical studies and the conduct of such studies.

Medpace is a full-service clinical contract research organization (CRO). We provide Phase I-IV clinical development services to the biotechnology, pharmaceutical and medical device industries. Our mission is to accelerate the global development of safe and effective medical therapeutics through its scientific and disciplined approach. We leverage local regulatory and therapeutic expertise across all major areas including oncology, cardiology, metabolic disease, endocrinology, central nervous system, anti-viral and anti-infective. Headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio, employing more than 5,000 people across 40+ countries.

When you join Medpace, you become part of a team dedicated to supporting the development of ground-breaking drugs and devices. Our employees provide hope for those living with debilitating diseases. We invite you to be a part of something that is impacting millions of people around the globe while enjoying a competitive total compensation and benefits package and internal growth opportunities.

Awards:

• Medpace historically named a Top Cincinnati Workplace by the Cincinnati Enquirer
• Recognized by Forbes as one of America's Best Mid-size Companies in 2021
• Medpace ranks amongst top CROs for site ratings across all 10 important attributes including CRA training, preparation & organization, accessibility of staff, open communication, and ensuring timely drug availability
• Continually recognized with CRO Leadership Awards from Life Science Leader magazine based on expertise, quality, capabilities, reliability, and compatibility

What to Expect Next:

A member of our recruitment team will review your qualifications and, if interested, you will be contacted for an interview.