Real-World Research (RWR) Principal Business Operations Lead, multiple UK/EU locations
United Kingdom, Remote Job ID R0000029721 Category Project Leadership Date Posted 11/28/2024Overview
As a part of the global Project Leadership group at Parexel, you are responsible for leading cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality and patient-focused clinical trials and help bring life-changing treatments to market faster. You collaborate with clients and internal stakeholders to identify project requirements, develop project plans, and manage project timelines and budgets. The role requires strong leadership and communication skills, the ability to work under pressure, and a passion for improving patients' lives.
In return, Parexel offers a supportive work environment, and a high degree of empowerment and accountability to lead your studies. Within this role, you work with a diverse set of clients and therapeutic areas, and you are encouraged to take on new challenges and pursue your interests.
Success Profile
Do you have these soft skills and interpersonal traits to succeed at Parexel?
- Adaptable
- Communicator
- Collaborative
- Leadership
- Proactive
- Problem-solver
About This Role
This role can be flexibly based in the UK or other European locations
Picture Yourself At Parexel:
The Real-World Research (RWR) Principal Business Operations Lead (PBOL) is an advanced role within the RWR Project Management Office (PMO).
The PBOL act as a team leader responsible for coordination of RWR internal projects and initiatives with the goal to bring consistency, predictability, and quality control to operations and to RWR services across Parexel.
What You'll Do At Parexel:
RWR business operations
Plan, execute and deliver RWR internal projects and initiatives, ensuring they meet the needs and goals of the organization
Develop and implement PMO processes, policies and tools driving continuous improvement in project management practices
Define and implement project management methodologies to manage projects effectively
Drive the development and rollout of PMO tools that will plan, manage, and track projects and/or activities
Support operational functions in the development/ revision of RWE specific content in controlled documents/ Managed information as required
Define, develop, and establish metrics and process health measurement parameters for RWR operating models and processes
Build a delivery framework and expert team to develop best-in class solutions, technology and/or Real-World Data enabled as required, for all types of RWR studies
Project Management
Lead the development of project /initiative planning documents e.g., Roles and Responsibilities, Project Plan, Communication Plan, Risk Analysis and training materials
Monitor and oversee all aspects of RWR internal projects/ initiatives delivery, ensuring adherence to scope, timelines, and budget
Develop, review, and finalize initiative delivery and ROI metrics influenced by RWR delivery with supportive RWR finance teams and leadership
Ensure the RWR initiative components are completed within budget specifications and schedule
Risk Management
Identify, assess, and manage project/initiative risks and issues.
Implement mitigation strategies to address potential project challenges
Team Leadership
Lead a cross functional project/initiative team, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement
Works with RWR PMO leadership to identify / address gaps and challenges in team member delivery to ensure optimal performance
Communication
Engage with key stakeholders, business partners and operational functions to ensure project alignment and successful delivery
Lead team meetings on a regular basis with initiative team to ensure initiative objectives are met; ensure the on-going communication to team members of the scope of work, timeline and initiative goals, technical information, and input from across functions throughout the initiative.
Develop and maintain working relationships with groups not limited to Business Partners, Initiative team, RWR operational units, Quality Management, Solutions Consulting, Data privacy, Legal & Risk Management, Leaders of internal businesses, and vendors both data & technology
Quality Management and Compliance
Ensure compliance with policies, regulations, SOPs, and privacy / data security standards
Support quality control of inspection-ready files (e.g., TMF, qualified record repository)
Identify quality issues, ensuring they are raised in relevant system and closed according to requirements
Support audit preparation and represent RWR in audits and inspections for internal, sponsor, and regulatory agencies as needed
Desired skills, experience, and education:
Bachelors’ degree in life science as a minimum
At least 3 years of global project management experience in clinical research
Demonstrable experience in RWR-oriented clinical research, both interventional and observational, with a good understanding of data applications across the clinical research spectrum
Working knowledge in developing and implementing standard operating procedures (SOPs) and business processes and tools
Familiarity with developing and implementing operational models in clinical research
Proven experience in managing operational projects and initiatives, including planning, budgeting, and resource allocation preferably in a research or healthcare setting
Knowledge of global data security, patient privacy/consent provisions, data and privacy regulations impacting RWR clinical research
Ability to form strong partnerships with cross-functional stakeholders, including Real World Data, commercial, and operational teams and ability to build confidence and trust in solutions and services
Knowledge of Real-World Data access/acquisition requirements, study delivery processes, technology selections, and project team configurations
Knowledge of relevant data sources (e.g., EMR, claims, registries), data applications (e.g., mHealth, sensors/wearables), data flows, data repositories
Advanced knowledge in Project Management and Process Development Software and tools
Excellent organizational skills, must be able to manage multiple projects with high priority
Ability to work independently
Ability to lead a decentralized team and ability to work/lead others through aggressive challenges, obstacles, deadlines, and changes
Excellent interpersonal skills, presentation, and written communication skills
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Potential Career Path
Parexel offers a growth path with diverse therapeutic areas and clients, so you can grow according to your interests.
- Associate Project Leader
- Project Leader
- Senior Project Leader
- Associate Project Director
- Project Director
- Director, Project Leadership
- Senior Director, Project Leadership
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