Associate Director – Early Phase Strategy

DirectorDirectorFull TimeRemoteSeniorTeam 501-1,000Since 2000H1B No SponsorCompany SiteLinkedIn

Location

Australia

Posted

16 hours ago

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0

Seniority

Senior

Postgraduate Degree8 yrs expEnglish

Job Description

Associate Director – Early Phase Strategy

Emerald Clinical

• Own the Early Phase strategic assessment of new business opportunities from RFP receipt through award. • Partner with Proposal Management to triage Early Phase opportunities and provide bid/no-bid recommendations. • Develop comprehensive Early Phase study strategies, including: Country and site selection approach, Investigator/site engagement strategy, Patient recruitment considerations, Study timelines and operational assumptions, Resource model and delivery approach, Identification and mitigation of operational risks. • Engage with Early Phase sites, investigators, and internal experts to validate feasibility and strengthen proposals. • Provide strategic recommendations to the VP Early Phase, Business Development, and leadership teams. • Lead the Early Phase operational strategy component of RFP responses. • Partner with Proposal teams to develop high-quality client proposals. • Review proposal budgets, timelines, assumptions, and delivery models to ensure alignment with strategy. • Provide input into pricing strategy and commercial positioning. • Support preparation and delivery of bid defence meetings and client presentations. • Act as an Early Phase SME in client meetings and strategic discussions. • Support sponsor conversations relating to study design, operational feasibility, recruitment strategy, and delivery approach. • Build strong relationships with investigators, Early Phase sites, and industry partners. • Represent Emerald at conferences, industry events, and client engagements as required. • Build and maintain Early Phase strategy tools and resources, including: Early Phase databases, Site and investigator intelligence, Capability materials, Proposal content libraries, Market intelligence. • Partner with Business Development and Marketing to strengthen Emerald’s Early Phase positioning. • Identify opportunities to improve processes, tools, and ways of working. • Establish scalable Early Phase strategy processes and governance. • Mentor and develop future Early Phase Strategy team members as the function grows. • Support the evolution of Emerald’s Early Phase strategy capability.

Job Requirements

  • 8+ years experience within a CRO, biotech, pharmaceutical, or Early Phase clinical research environment.
  • Experience across the full opportunity lifecycle, from initial client engagement and RFP assessment through to study award, including Phase I to Phase IIa clinical programs.
  • Proven experience supporting and/or delivering Early Phase studies, with strong knowledge of Australia/New Zealand Early Phase capabilities; experience across additional global regions is advantageous.
  • Demonstrated ability to develop clinical trial strategies that balance scientific objectives, operational feasibility, patient/site considerations, timelines, and commercial requirements.
  • Strong understanding of Early Phase operations, project delivery models, and the practical execution requirements required to successfully deliver complex clinical studies.
  • Exceptional communication, influencing, and stakeholder management skills, with the credibility to challenge assumptions and influence senior-level decisions.
  • Expertise in operational risk assessment, scenario planning, feasibility evaluation, and development of compelling strategic narratives.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage and prioritise a portfolio of opportunities with competing timelines, stakeholder requirements, and business priorities.
  • Experience partnering with Business Development, Proposal, Operations, Project Management, and functional teams to develop client-focused solutions.

Benefits

  • Competitive Compensation : A tailored salary and benefits package to reflect your skills and experience.
  • Flexibility : Enjoy hybrid or remote working arrangements, depending on your location and role.
  • Career Growth : Access to a wealth of learning opportunities and a global network of scientific leaders to help you grow and develop in your role.
  • Employee Wellbeing : Participate in programs and initiatives designed to promote work-life balance, health, and team connection, including global engagement surveys, recognition programs, and team-building events.
  • Global Opportunities : Be part of a company with international reach, offering you exposure to diverse projects and clients.

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