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Clinical Operations Area Head, Canada & EMEA

Roche Canada, Russia, South Africa, Switzerland, Turkey, Ukraine, United Kingdom
Posted 1 week, 5 days ago
Deadline: Nov 01, 2025
Full Time Lead/Principal Science & Research

This leadership role oversees clinical trial execution across multiple countries in the Canada and EMEA region. As Clinical Operations Area Head, you will drive high-performance clinical delivery by connecting local operations teams with global leadership. The role requires a strategic mindset, strong people leadership, and the ability to manage complex cross-functional collaborations. You will be accountable for operational excellence, ensuring clinical studies are delivered on time, within budget, and with consistent quality. This position also plays a critical part in advocating for local teams, removing barriers to trial execution, and using data insights to improve performance. You’ll partner closely with internal stakeholders and external collaborators to build a culture of compliance, innovation, and accountability. Your leadership will directly contribute to Roche’s mission of delivering transformative medicines to patients worldwide.

Requirements

1. Advanced degree in a relevant field (PhD, MD, PharmD, or MSc preferred)
2. Extensive experience in clinical research, with regional/global trial operations exposure
3. Demonstrated success leading multi-country clinical teams
4. Strong people development, coaching, and leadership capabilities
5. Proficiency in performance measurement and data-informed decision-making
6. Proven ability to influence within a matrixed organization
7. Excellent cross-cultural communication and collaboration skills

Benefits

1. Strategic influence on global clinical development
2. Hybrid work model with regional flexibility
3. High-impact leadership role with broad visibility
4. Competitive compensation and benefits
5. Inclusive and collaborative work culture
6. Opportunities for international collaboration and career growth
7. Support for ongoing learning and leadership development
8. Contribute to life-saving therapies on a global scale

Company Size
1000+ employees
Employment Type
Full Time
Work Mode
On-site (Canada, Russia, South Africa, Switzerland, Turkey, Ukraine, United Kingdom)
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Location

Canada, Russia, South Africa, Switzerland, Turkey, Ukraine, United Kingdom