Department Manager - Site Activation

We are seeking an experienced Department Manager to oversee site activation activities. As a Department Manager, you will be responsible for managing a single department or work unit, setting goals and objectives for team members, and ensuring the delivery of site activation activities in accordance with organisational policies and applicable regulations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage staff's delivery of site activation activities, including planning, assigning, and directing work, assessing and managing performance, and guiding professional development.
• Participate in the selection process for hiring new employees, including conducting candidate reviews and participating in interviewing.
• Ensure that staff have the necessary materials, systems access, and training to complete job responsibilities.
• Participate in the allocation of resources to clinical research projects by assigning staff based on their experience and training.
• Manage the quality of assigned staff's work through regular review and evaluation of work product.
• Identify quality risks and issues and create corrective action plans to prevent or correct deficiencies in performance.
• Ensure that staff meet defined workload and quality metrics through regular review and reporting of findings.
• Lead improvements in processes, systems, or products to enhance performance.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in a scientific discipline or healthcare preferred.
• Line management experience is mandatory.
• Typically requires a minimum of 5-7 years of prior relevant experience.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Good knowledge and ability to apply GCP/ICH and applicable regulatory guidelines.
• Experience in site contracting is an asset.