Business Introduction At GSK, we have bold ambitions for patients, aiming to positively impact the health of 2.5 billion people by the end of the decade. Our R&D focuses on discovering and delivering vaccines and medicines, combining our understanding of the immune system with cutting-edge technology to transform people’s lives. GSK fosters a culture ambitious for patients, accountable for impact, and committed to doing the right thing, making sure that we focus our efforts on accelerating significant assets that meet patients’ needs and have the highest probability of success. We’re uniting science, technology, and talent to get ahead of disease together.
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Our approach to R&D Position Summary You will lead the operational strategy and delivery for global clinical studies from commit to study initiation through study archiving. You will work with study leadership, clinical operations, statistics, medical and vendor partners to plan, anticipate risks and deliver studies on time, on budget and to required quality. We value clear decision-making, collaboration and practical problem solving. This role offers visible impact, career growth and the chance to unite science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together. Responsibilities This role will provide YOU the opportunity to lead key activities to progress YOUR career. These responsibilities include some of the following: - Lead study-level strategy, planning and governance as an accountable member of the Study Leadership Team. - Provide operational oversight, risk identification and issue resolution across global, multi-country study delivery. - Translate scientific and asset requirements into clear operational plans and priorities for study teams and vendors. - Oversee study budget, vendor selection and vendor performance to ensure timely, high-quality delivery. - Support compliance with ICH Good Clinical Practice, applicable regulations and company standards, and maintain inspection readiness. - Coach and empower cross-functional matrix teams, driving continuous improvement and practical innovation in study delivery. Why You? Working arrangement: This role is hybrid based in India. Time in the office and remote work will be agreed based on business needs and candidate preference. Basic Qualification We are seeking professionals with the following required skills and qualifications to help us achieve our goals - Degree in life sciences, pharmacy, medicine, health informatics or a related field, or equivalent practical experience. - At least 7 years of clinical development experience with end-to-end study delivery in the pharmaceutical or CRO environment. - Demonstrated experience leading global, multi-country studies and high-performing cross-functional teams. - Strong knowledge of study management requirements, ICH GCP and global regulatory expectations. - Proven track record in project and budget management, with clear examples of risk mitigation and issue resolution. - Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills in English, able to influence senior leaders and cross-functional partners. Preferred Qualification If you have the following characteristics, it would be a plus - Advanced degree (Master’s, PharmD, MD or equivalent) in a relevant field. - Experience with innovative trial designs including adaptive designs or decentralized clinical trials. - Extensive experience managing CROs and complex vendor arrangements across multiple regions. - Demonstrated change leadership and a growth mindset focused on modernising clinical delivery. - Therapeutic area expertise and experience contributing to regulatory submissions. - Experience using digital tools, automation or analytics to improve study efficiency and quality. Who you are You are pragmatic, collaborative and accountable. You make clear decisions using evidence and judgement. You enjoy coaching and building capability in others. You bring calm under pressure and focus on practical solutions that protect participants and deliver reliable results. You value inclusion and work respectfully with diverse teams. Ready to apply? If this role speaks to you, we encourage you to apply. Tell us how your experience and approach will help us get ahead of disease together. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and will make reasonable adjustments during recruitment if needed; please contact the recruitment team to discuss any requests.

Skills

Agile Thinking, Business Acumen, Clinical Development, Clinical Trial Designs, Communication, Creativity, Decision Making, Fostering Collaboration, Good Clinical Practice (GCP), Influencing Without Authority, People Management, Pharmaceutical Industry, Project Management, Time Management

 

 

Why GSK?

Uniting science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together.

GSK is a global biopharma company with a purpose to unite science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together. We aim to positively impact the health of 2.5 billion people by the end of the decade, as a successful, growing company where people can thrive. We get ahead of disease by preventing and treating it with innovation in specialty medicines and vaccines. We focus on four therapeutic areas: respiratory, immunology and inflammation; oncology; HIV; and infectious diseases – to impact health at scale.

People and patients around the world count on the medicines and vaccines we make, so we’re committed to creating an environment where our people can thrive and focus on what matters most. Our culture of being ambitious for patients, accountable for impact and doing the right thing is the foundation for how, together, we deliver for patients, shareholders and our people.

Inclusion at GSK:

As an employer committed to Inclusion, we encourage you to reach out if you need any adjustments during the recruitment process.

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