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INTRODUCTION
We are currently searching for experienced Senior Clinical Leads who are ready to jump in and start right away! If you are a self-motivated with at least 5 years of:
- Experience driving end-to-end delivery of Clinical Studies (Completion of Core Clinical Documents, Working with Regional Trial Managers to delegate tasks; Global EAC completion; Oversight of Global Recruitment Metrics, etc)
- Experience managing Clinical Trials as a Global Lead, overseeing sites and CRAs on international trials (includes any of the following regions: NA/EUR/LatAM/APAC)
- Experience in Oncology
... this is the role for you!
ABOUT THE ROLE
Who are IQVIA Senior Clinical Leads?
Our Senior Clinical Leads oversee our Clinical Trial Management teams.
In support of the Project Leader, and in collaboration with the other functional teams, our Sr CLs are responsible for running studies and managing the operational aspects of projects - ensuring that we are delivering the project’s overall objectives to the Sponsor’s satisfaction per contract while optimizing speed, quality and cost of delivery and in accordance with our SOPs, policies and practices.
Our Sr Clinical Leads are main Points of Contact in clinical trial oversight and delivery with our clients.
Responsibilities
- Accountable for ensuring the “right subjects” and “right data” to meet our contractual requirements.
- Participate in bid defense preparations. Attend bid defense presentations and lead the clinical delivery strategy for medium size and multiple country/region studies, in partnership with business development and senior project leader as needed.
- Develop and maintain clinical project plans, including but not limited to clinical operations plan, recruitment and retention strategy plan, etc. to be incorporated into the integrated study management plan/project management plan.
- Accountable for the clinical delivery (subject recruitment, site management, data integrity) per contract, ensuring consistent use of study tools and training materials and compliance with standard processes, policies and procedures.
- Partner with the project leaders to confirm objectives of the clinical team according to agreed-upon contract, strategy and approach. Effectively communicate and assess performance against these agreed objectives.
- Ensure all appropriate subject/patient recruitment strategies are in place at the outset of the study to maximize subject/patient recruitment opportunities to achieve delivery according to contract, including, but not limited to, all outreach or digital offerings being explored and deployed.
- Ensure all processes and tools are available to maximize clinical team’s ability to monitor and secure patient recruitment to the monitoring team from the outset of the study including, but not limited to a clear recruitment strategy plan, the subject/patient pathway materials and clearly defined contingency plans with agreed trigger points for deployment. Throughout the study these strategies and materials should be kept under constant review and updated in response to progress on the study to ensure clear understanding by all parties (internal and external) of expectations throughout the recruitment period; and inspire customer confidence in a clear and enforced action plan and thereby ensure successful delivery to customer satisfaction.
- Monitor clinical progress against contract and prepare/present project information proactively to all stakeholders internally and externally as required.
- Deliver the project/program according to the quality management plan. Guide CRAs and advise on critical specific study issues.
- Collaborate with other functional groups within the company where necessary to support milestone achievement and to manage study issues and obstacles.
- Manage risks (positive and negative) which could impact on the clinical delivery of the project and determine contingencies. Partner with functional leaders in problem solving and resolution efforts.
- Achieve project quality by identifying quality risks and issues, responding to issues which impact the clinical delivery, responding to issues raised by project team members and planning/implementing appropriate corrective and preventative action plans.
- Serve as clinical project contact with customer where applicable and agreed with the project leader.
- Drive for high performance and efficiency of the clinical team to support financial success of the project.
- Support the project leader in ensuring the financial success of the project.
- Identify changes in scope and support project leader in completion of the change control process.
- Identify and communicate lessons learned and implement best practices to promote continuous improvement.
- Adopt corporate initiatives and changes and serve as a change advocate when necessary.
- Provide input to line managers of their project team members’ performance relative to project tasks. Support staff development. Mentor less experienced project team members on assigned projects to support their professional development.
All responsibilities are essential job functions unless noted as nonessential (N).
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- In depth knowledge of, and skill in applying applicable clinical research regulatory requirements, i.e., Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and International Conference on Harmonization (ICH) guidelines
- Broad protocol knowledge; therapeutic knowledge
- Strong understanding of Clinical Research industry (drug/device/technology/etc.) and the relevant environments in which it operates
- Ability to understand customer needs and appropriately influence decision making
- Good understanding of other company functions and their inter-relationship to achieve project delivery
- Knowledge of Project management practices and terminology
- Ability to develop and deliver training materials to achieve clinical team understanding of project and enable effective delivery thereof
- Good understanding of project financials
- Proven ability to work through others to deliver results to the appropriate quality and timeline metrics, monitoring/managing performance and providing feedback; experience productively partnering cross functionally and with customers to advance work effectively and efficiently
- Ability to identify and organize clinical resources needed to accomplish tasks, set objectives and provide clear direction to others; experience planning activities in advance and taking account of possible changing circumstances; manages time effectively
- Excellent communication and presentation skills, including good command of English language
- Demonstrated proficiency in using systems and technology to achieve work objectives
- Proven ability at analyzing data and information to derive conclusions and drive sound decision making
- Experience working productively in a pressurized environment, managing competing priorities and maintaining a positive outlook at work; handles criticism well and learns from it
- Excellent customer service skills and demonstrated ability to understand customer needs and appropriately influence decision making
- Strong software and computer skills, including MS Office applications
- Demonstrated learning agility and openness to learning and keeping own knowledge and skill set current and evolving
- Effective mentoring and training skills, fostering learning and knowledge sharing with colleagues
MINIMUM REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Bachelor's degree in a health care or other scientific discipline with 7 years clinical research/monitoring experience; or equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Physical Requirements
- Extensive use of telephone and face-to-face communication requiring accurate perception of speech
- Extensive use of keyboard requiring repetitive motion of fingers
- Regular sitting for extended periods of time
COMPENSATION
The potential base pay range for this role, when annualized, is $93,100.00 - $232,800.00. The actual base pay offered may vary based on a number of factors including job-related qualifications such as knowledge, skills, education, and experience; location; and/or schedule (full or part-time). Dependent on the position offered, incentive plans, bonuses, and/or other forms of compensation may be offered, in addition to a range of health and welfare and/or other benefits.
IQVIA is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by applicable law.
IQVIA is committed to integrity in our hiring process and maintains a zero tolerance policy for candidate fraud. All information and credentials submitted in your application must be truthful and complete. Any false statements, misrepresentations, or material omissions during the recruitment process will result in immediate disqualification of your application, or termination of employment if discovered later, in accordance with applicable law. We appreciate your honesty and professionalism.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in Clinical Lead
Document your clinical credentials before applying
Gather your nursing license, specialty certifications, and any advanced practice credentials early. PERM filings for Clinical Lead roles often require detailed proof of specialized qualifications, and gaps in documentation can delay your employer's labor certification application.
Target health systems with PERM filing history
Large hospital networks, integrated delivery systems, and federally qualified health centers file PERM applications for clinical leadership roles far more regularly than small private practices. Filter your job search by organizations that sponsor EB-2 or EB-3 petitions, not just those offering relocation.
Understand how EB-3 differs from H-1B for this role
Unlike H-1B visa, EB-3 green card sponsorship has no annual lottery and leads to permanent residency. The tradeoff is timeline: PERM labor certification alone can take six to eighteen months before your employer even files the I-140 petition.
Use Migrate Mate to find sponsoring employers
Searching broadly for Clinical Lead openings wastes time on employers who have never filed a PERM application. Use Migrate Mate to identify health organizations with active green card sponsorship history, so every application targets an employer already set up to sponsor.
Ask employers about their PERM recruitment timeline
PERM requires your employer to run a mandatory recruitment period and document that no qualified U.S. applicant was available. Ask hiring managers directly whether they have an immigration attorney engaged and whether they have sponsored this specific role title before.
Confirm the offered role meets EB-2 or EB-3 requirements
USCIS evaluates whether the job duties and minimum requirements align with the EB category being petitioned. A Clinical Lead role requiring only a bachelor's degree and no supervisory complexity may be filed under EB-3, while a role requiring a master's degree or National Provider Identifier can support an EB-2 petition.
Green Card Clinical Lead: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Clinical Lead roles qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Most Clinical Lead positions qualify for EB-3 as skilled workers or professionals, and some qualify for EB-2 if the employer can demonstrate the role requires an advanced degree or its equivalent. The specific job duties, minimum education requirements, and how your employer structures the PERM application all determine which category applies to your situation.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B for a Clinical Lead?
H-1B is a temporary work visa requiring annual renewals and subject to a lottery for most applicants. Green card sponsorship through PERM and an I-140 petition leads to permanent residency with no renewal cycle. There is no annual cap on EB-3 petitions at the filing stage, though visa availability for certain countries can create wait times before adjustment of status is approved.
Where can I find Clinical Lead jobs with green card sponsorship?
Migrate Mate lets you search specifically for Clinical Lead roles at employers with documented green card sponsorship history, so you're not guessing whether a health system will support a PERM filing. Generic job boards don't filter by sponsorship track record, which means most listings you find there won't lead to a green card petition.
How long does the PERM process take for a Clinical Lead position?
PERM labor certification currently takes six to eighteen months at the DOL, depending on whether your application is selected for audit. After certification, your employer files the I-140 petition with USCIS, which adds several more months. If you're from a country without a visa backlog, adjustment of status can proceed concurrently with the I-140 once a visa number is available.
What clinical credentials strengthen a PERM application for this role?
Active state licensure, specialty certifications relevant to your clinical area, and any advanced practice designations all support a stronger PERM filing. The O*NET occupation profile for clinical supervisory roles can help you and your sponsoring employer align your documented qualifications with the job requirements USCIS and DOL will evaluate during the petition process.