Associate Director, Study Operations, Cronos

Job Overview
Associate Clinical Project Management Directors supervise manage and provide oversight to assigned Clinical Project Management staff who manage or support studies and/or programs to ensure delivery; time and quality resulting in strong financial performance and customer satisfaction. Manage direct reports and teams in accordance with organizations policies and applicable regulations. Ensure direct report employees are fully trained; individual development is aligned; and in place to meet project and organizational needs. Able to attract; develop and retain talent.

Role & Responsibilities

• Serve as the Principal (or Person) in Charge (PIC) for Cronos projects providing overall leadership and accountability for project initiation execution and closeout.
• Oversee project governance ensuring compliance with Cronos and IQVIA policies SOPs and regulatory requirements.
• Lead mentor and develop a team of Project Managers and Project Manager Analysts providing guidance support and professional development opportunities.
• Allocate resources balance workloads and ensure optimal team performance across multiple projects.
• Facilitate project governance reviews risk assessments and issue escalation processes.
• Act as the primary point of contact for senior/executive management regarding project status risks and escalations.
• Ensure accurate and timely completion of project deliverables including financial reconciliation documentation and archiving.
• Provide operational consultation on all aspects of the Cronos service offering.
• Drive process improvement initiatives and champion best practices in project management and operational excellence.
• Represent Cronos Study Operations in cross-functional initiatives and strategic planning.
• Support business development activities as needed including proposal development and client presentations.

Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Proven leadership and people management skills with experience overseeing project teams.
• Strong knowledge of project governance risk management and compliance in a clinical research environment.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office applications; experience with project management tools (e.g. Smartsheet SAP SharePoint) preferred.
• Ability to build strong business relationships and influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced dynamic environment.
• Strong commitment to quality and continuous improvement.

Minimum Required Education and Experience

• Bachelors degree in life sciences business or related field (Masters preferred).
• 7 years of experience in clinical research project management or study operations with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
• Demonstrated experience in project governance process improvement and team management.

IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create intelligent connections to accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments to help improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide. Learn more at

IQVIA is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable law. potential base pay range for this role when annualized is $102500.00 - $285500.00. The actual base pay offered may vary based on a number of factors including job-related qualifications such as knowledge skills education and experience; location; and/or schedule (full or part-time). Dependent on the position offered incentive plans bonuses and/or other forms of compensation may be offered in addition to a range of health and welfare and/or other benefits.