Innovation Capability Director – Global Clinical Operations

About the role

The Innovation Capability Director will lead the adoption and scaling of innovative solutions that improve clinical trial recruitment, participation and patient experience across global clinical programs.

Key responsibilities

• Partner with global study teams, technology providers and cross‑functional stakeholders to deliver impactful patient recruitment innovations.
• Drive implementation, governance, risk management and continuous improvement of innovation initiatives.
• Evaluate digital, data‑driven and artificial‑intelligence‑enabled approaches to improve patient identification, engagement and recruitment outcomes.
• Develop scalable frameworks, processes and best practices for sustainable adoption of successful recruitment innovations.

Required profile

• Advanced degree in Life Sciences, Healthcare or related discipline, or equivalent experience.
• At least five years of clinical trial innovation or solution delivery experience, especially in patient recruitment.
• Minimum seven years of experience in pharmaceutical clinical drug development with strong understanding of clinical trial operations.
• Proven expertise in digital patient recruitment and digital marketing strategies.

Required skills

• Digital tools and artificial‑intelligence‑enabled methods for patient recruitment, selection or matching.
• Strong knowledge of clinical development processes, regulatory requirements and Good Clinical Practice.
• Project management, influencing and problem‑solving capabilities in a complex global matrix environment.

What we offer

• Annual base salary range £83,510 – £155,090, with performance‑based bonus potential.
• Competitive benefits including insurance, retirement plans, wellbeing resources and flexible hybrid working options.
• Minimum 14 weeks paid parental leave and commitment to pay equity, diversity and inclusion.