Lead Recruitment Strategy: Own the development and execution of patient recruitment and retention plans (PRPs) from study start-up through close-out.
Be the Sponsor’s Go-To Expert: Represent R&R solutions in Bid Defense Meetings, pre-award planning, and escalations.
Cross-Functional Leadership: Partner with Clinical Trial Managers, Project Leads, Regulatory, Operations, and Data Scientists to deliver data-driven solutions.
Enrollment Oversight: Track study progress, proactively manage risks, and implement mitigation strategies to protect timelines.
Data & Vendor Management: Analyze performance trends, collaborate with vendors, and apply insights to optimize recruitment outcomes.
Solution Innovation: Contribute to continuous improvement by sharing lessons learned, market insights, and client feedback.
Strategic Partnerships: Build and sustain strong sponsor, site, and vendor relationships to ensure delivery excellence and repeat business.
Mentorship & Growth: Provide guidance to colleagues and strengthen team capabilities as the group expands.

8+ years of clinical research or clinical trial operations experience, with extensive focus on patient recruitment and retention
Minimum of 1–2 years in leadership or management roles
Proven track record of developing and executing successful, measurable recruitment strategies across therapeutic areas
Strong understanding of global R&R strategies, including decentralized trials, direct-to-patient outreach, and site-facing support
Ability to manage multiple, complex studies under tight timelines
Skilled in Microsoft Office Suite; familiarity with clinical trial technology platforms preferred

Internal Account Director, Recruitment & Retention

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