As a leading global contract research organization (CRO) with a passion for scientific rigor and decades of clinical development experience, Fortrea provides pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device customers a wide range of clinical development, patient access and technology solutions across more than 20 therapeutic areas. With over 19,000 staff conducting operations in more than 90 countries, Fortrea is transforming drug and device development for partners and patients across the globe.

As one of the largest Clinical Research Organizations in the world, we have four Early Phase Clinical Research Units in the UK and US… and the jewel in the crown is our facility at Drapers Yard Leeds. A brand new, world class, state-of-the-art 65,000 ft² Phase I clinic with 100 beds only 7 minutes walking from the train station.

We are looking for a Clinical Operations Manager to lead our Clinical Research Nurses and Laboratory Operations teams in the UK, whilst ensuring that the scientific and medical standards we provide are met.

• This is a full-time, clinic-based job in Leeds
• 37 hours per week, predominantly Monday-Friday, but weekends may be required by the business as needed

WHAT YOU WILL DO

Embody Fortrea´s values, make your team live by them.

We’re on a transformative journey, and we need a dynamic manager to help drive our Leeds clinic forward in line with Fortrea’s Clinical Pharmacology Services strategic goals.

Your role will be crucial in embodying and instilling our values, ensuring that they guide your team´s day-to-day execution. Align goals and behaviors to execute our strategy effectively

Team Leadership

In your hands is the mission to build and impactful team. You will drive the Fortrea UK Research Nurses and Lab ops teams: your success will be their success.

• Reporting directly to you, you will oversee the Supervisors Team. Indirectly you will be accountable for a team of 40+ people

We´ll trust you to provide strategic direction, leadership and perform full-cycle performance management (including goal setting, managing KPIs, performance discussions, development and career progression, discipline conversations when needed.)

You will also:

• Drive continuous improvement and best practices throughout the lab, identifying opportunities for process optimization and efficiency gains.
• Perform full oversight of on-site client audits

YOU NEED TO BRING…

Our ideal profile combines scientific expertise, people management and ability navigating processes in highly regulated environments.

• Substantial proven track record of progressive and proven leadership responsibilities in a clinical research, Lab or related business environment.
• Minimum of 3 years supervisory experience, especially developing supervisors who have to oversee large teams.
• Profound experience in carrying out performance appraisals, team goal achievement initiatives, mentoring and training.

Qualifications

• BSc in science or medical fields.
• Six Sigma Green Belt is preferred.

Fortrea is actively seeking motivated problem-solvers and creative thinkers who share our passion for overcoming barriers in clinical trials. Our unwavering commitment is to revolutionize the development process, ensuring the swift delivery of life-changing ideas and therapies to patients in need. Join our exceptional team and embrace a collaborative workspace where personal growth is nurtured, enabling you to make a meaningful global impact. For more information about Fortrea, visit www.fortrea.com.

Fortrea is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer:

As an EOE/AA employer, Fortrea strives for diversity and inclusion in the workforce and does not tolerate harassment or discrimination of any kind. We make employment decisions based on the needs of our business and the qualifications of the individual and do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy or other medical conditions/needs), family or parental status, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, personal appearance, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristic. We encourage all to apply.

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