Associate Director, Decentralized Clinical Trial Solutions

Home Based, US

The Associate Director, Patient Innovation Center for our Decentralized Clinical Trials is a unique role at Parexel. In this role, she/he/they will have the opportunity to support Solutions Consultants (SCs)/Integrated Solutions Strategists (ISS), Client Relationship Directors and Patient Innovation Center colleagues in accurate creation of Decentralized Clinical Trial (DCT) strategies to enhance the patient experience. To accomplish this, the Solutions Architect, PIC will act as a Parexel expert in Decentralized Clinical Trial strategies vendor capabilities, the regulatory landscape, and budgeting, guiding colleagues to ensure accurate proposals are created. With a “can do” attitude, they will ensure that Parexel’s DCT strategies are of the highest quality and meet client expectations, driving Parexel’s goal of becoming the top CRO in Decentralized Clinical Trials implementation.QualificationsSkills:

Passion for improving the patient experience in clinical trialsDemonstrated ability to successfully manage a full workload across multiple projects.Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills, particularly when sharing rationale for decision makingPatient and client-focused approach to workA flexible attitude with respect to work assignments and new learningAbility to manage multiple and varied tasks with enthusiasm and attention to detailAbility to work in a matrix environment and to value the importance of teamwork.Able to adapt approach and prioritize activities, as necessary, to deal with uncertainty and changeExcellent negotiation skills and ability to influence across multiple levelsExcellent analytical and problem-solving skills

Knowledge and Experience:

Strong command of written and spoken English languagePrevious sales, proposals and/or strategy creation experience. Healthcare or pharmaceutical industry background preferredExperience in a relevant clinical research role, e.g. proposal managementBasic understanding of all aspects of project lifecycleComprehensive knowledge of relevant software: Windows, Word, Excel, Outlook, SharePoint.Understanding of/prior experience with budgeting tools

Education:Educated to degree level (biological science, pharma or other health related discipline preferred) or relevant clinical or business equivalent.EEO DisclaimerParexel is an equal opportunity employer.  Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected status, which in the US includes race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.