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Assoc Director, Clinical Operations Program Lead

AT Biogen
Biogen

Assoc Director, Clinical Operations Program Lead

Cambridge, MA

Job Description

The Associate Director, Clinical Operations Program Leadership (COPL) is responsible for leading the strategy, planning and implementation of clinical development program operations. The role reports to the Senior Director of the Clinical Trial Delivery Unit. COPL is a key contributor as the lead program level representative.  This individual is responsible for providing advanced functional and technical expertise and insights from both a strategic (decision points, risk) and operational (timeline scenarios, feasibility & financials) perspective to meaningfully contribute and make recommendations to the clinical development plans. The COPL is accountable for the strategy, planning, oversight and delivery of program level clinical operations deliverables. The COPL is accountable for developing a high-level clinical study operational strategy based on the CDP and key program level objectives.

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What You’ll Do

  • Delivery of program level clinical operations deliverables
  • Develop operational timeline scenarios, feasibility & financials
  • Strategy, planning and implementation of clinical development program operations

Who You Are

You are a strategic thinker familiar with program leadership in drug development.  You are driven and an agile leader who is an influencer as well as a team player who is highly collaborative.

Qualifications

Required Skills

  • Undergraduate degree in a scientific or health related discipline. Minimum of 8 years’ experience in drug development, clinical research and operational strategy experience
  • Excellent communicator and presenter
  • Ensuring studies and programs are executed to quality, timelines and budget
  • Deep knowledge of project/program management skills
  • Proficient in risk assessment and identification of mitigations and contingency planning
  • Proficient timeline and budget management skills

Preferred Skills

  • Experience in a Biotech/Pharma environment is preferred
  • Advanced scientific or business degree or equivalent experience (MS/PhD/PharmD/MBA /MPH) preferred.

Additional Information

The base compensation range for this role is $161,000 - $222,000. Base salary offered is determined though an analytical approach utilizing a combination of factors including, but not limited to, relevant skills & experience, job location, and internal equity.  Regular employees are eligible to receive both short term and long-term incentives, including cash bonus and equity incentive opportunities, designed to reward recent achievements and recognize your future potential based on individual, business unit and company performance.    

In addition to compensation, Biogen offers a full and highly competitive range of benefits designed to support our employees and their families' physical, financial, emotional, and social well-being; including, but not limited to:   

  • Medical, Dental, Vision, & Life insurances  

  • Fitness & Wellness programs including a fitness reimbursement    

  • Short- and Long-Term Disability insurance   

  • A minimum of 15 days of paid vacation and an additional end-of-year shutdown time off (Dec 26-Dec 31)  

  • Up to 12 company paid holidays + 3 days off for Personal Significance  

  • 80 hours of sick time per calendar year 

  • Paid Maternity and Parental Leave benefit  

  • 401(k) program participation with company matched contributions  

  • Employee stock purchase plan    

  • Tuition reimbursement of up to $10,000 per calendar year    

  • Employee Resource Groups participation 

Why Biogen?

We are a global team with a commitment to excellence, and a pioneering spirit. As a mid-sized biotechnology company, we provide the stability and resources of a well-established business while fostering an environment where individual contributions make a significant impact. Our team encompasses some of the most talented and passionate achievers who have unparalleled opportunities for learning, growth, and expanding their skills. Above all, we work together to deliver life-changing medicines, with every role playing a vital part in our mission. Caring Deeply. Achieving Excellence. Changing Lives.

At Biogen, we are committed to building on our culture of inclusion and belonging that reflects the communities where we operate and the patients we serve. We know that diverse backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives make us a stronger and more innovative company, and we are focused on building teams where every employee feels empowered and inspired. Read on to learn more about our DE&I efforts.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, race, color, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, religion, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law. Biogen is an E-Verify Employer in the United States.

 

Client-provided location(s): Cambridge, MA, USA
Job ID: 3e25bd15-a74b-45d5-805a-7ca7d1100948
Employment Type: Other

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • FSA
    • HSA
    • On-Site Gym
    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Fitness Subsidies
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
  • Parental Benefits

    • On-site/Nearby Childcare
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Adoption Leave
  • Work Flexibility

    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Happy Hours
    • Some Meals Provided
    • Company Outings
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Leave of Absence
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Paid Holidays
    • Paid Vacation
    • Sabbatical
    • Volunteer Time Off
    • Summer Fridays
  • Financial and Retirement

    • Relocation Assistance
    • Performance Bonus
    • Company Equity
    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Stock Purchase Program
    • Financial Counseling
  • Professional Development

    • Promote From Within
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Internship Program
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)