Director, Strategic Growth & Operations
Care Access Research
Sales & Business Development, Operations
United States · Remote
Posted on Saturday, August 31, 2024
What We Do
Care Access is a unique, multi-specialty network of research sites which operates as one connected team of physician investigators, nurse coordinators, and operations managers. Our goal is to engage every healthcare professional in clinical research and to make clinical trials a care option for every patient. By removing this bottleneck, Care Access is helping accelerate the approval and delivery of critical and life-saving therapies.
Who We Are
We care. Our people are the engines behind our mission: to revolutionize access to clinical trials for the benefit of patients everywhere. We care for one another, find new ideas to accelerate medicine, and seed a long-term impact for generations.
Position Overview
As the Director, Strategic Growth & Operations, you will oversee the development and execution of strategic initiatives related to mergers, acquisitions, and global expansion. You will work closely with executive leadership, cross-functional teams, and external stakeholders to identify opportunities, streamline processes, and ensure the successful integration of acquired entities. Your expertise in project management and consultancy will be essential in driving operational efficiencies and achieving our strategic goals.
What You'll Be Working On
Duties include but not limited to:
Strategic Leadership:
· Develop and implement comprehensive strategies for global expansion initiatives and integrations.
· Conduct market analysis and competitive assessments to identify potential expansion opportunities (build/buy/partner strategy)
· Collaborate with executive leadership to align strategic objectives with operational capabilities.
Project Management:
· Lead cross-functional teams in the planning, execution, and management of M&A projects and global expansion initiatives.
· Establish project timelines, budgets, and key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure success and ensure accountability.
· Utilize project management methodologies to drive efficiency, mitigate risks, and deliver results on time and within budget.
Operational Excellence:
· Identify and implement process improvements to enhance operational efficiency across the organization.
· Develop integration plans for newly acquired companies, ensuring smooth transitions and alignment with corporate culture and objectives.
· Monitor and evaluate the performance of acquired entities to ensure they meet strategic goals and operational standards.
Stakeholder Engagement:
· Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including senior leadership, team members, and external partners.
· Communicate effectively with stakeholders to provide updates on project progress, challenges, and opportunities.
· Facilitate workshops and meetings to gather insights, drive collaboration, and foster a culture of continuous improvement.
Consultative Approach:
· Leverage your consultancy background to provide strategic insights and recommendations based on best practices and industry trends.
· Mentor and guide team members in strategic thinking, problem-solving, and project management disciplines.
Physical and Travel Requirements
This is a remote position with less than 10% travel requirements. Occasional planned travel may be required as part of the role.
What You Bring
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
· Strong analytical, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills.
· Exceptional project management skills with experience in Agile or other methodologies.
· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels.
· Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
· Experience working on complex issues where problems are not clearly defined/identified
Certifications/Licenses, Education, and Experience:
· Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, or a related field; MBA preferred.
· Minimum of 10 years of experience in a consultancy role with a focus on strategy, project management, and operations.
Benefits (US Full-Time Employees Only)
● PTO/vacation days, sick days, holidays.
● 100% paid medical, dental, and vision Insurance. 75% for dependents.
● HSA plan
● Short-term disability, long-term disability, and life Insurance.
● Culture of growth and equality
● 401k retirement plan
Diversity & Inclusion
We serve patients and researchers from diverse cultures and communities around the world. We are stronger and better when we build a team representing the people we aim to support. We maintain an inclusive culture where people from a broad range of backgrounds feel valued and respected as they contribute to our mission. We value diversity and believe that unique contributions drive our success.
At Care Access, every day, we are advancing medical breakthroughs. We’re uniting standard patient care with cutting-edge treatments and research. Our work brings life-changing therapies to those in need and paves the way for newer and greater treatments to reach the world. We’re proud to advance these breakthroughs and work with the big players while engaging with the
physicians and caring for patients.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Care Access is unable to sponsor work visas at this time.
Employment Statement
Care Access complies with all employment laws and regulations with respect to its employment practices, terms and conditions of employment, and pay equity and wages. Care Access does not engage in any unfair or forced labor practice and does not tolerate, under any circumstances, the use of any form of forced or involuntary labor, child labor, or human trafficking. This extends to suppliers, partners, or other third parties with whom Care Access does business. Care Access values and promotes the protection of human rights everywhere.
