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Work Location: Billerica, Massachusetts Shift: No Department: HC-RD-DOC Dev Ops Compound Lead Recruiter: Omar de Bary This information is for internals only. Please do not share outside of the organization. Your Role: The Compound Operational Lead (COL) is a global position within Global Development Operations that provides oversight and operational leadership for the planning and execution of clinical programs. This role is responsible for supporting the strategic direction of clinical trials and ensuring alignment with program objectives. In collaboration with cross-functional teams, the COL manages the clinical program from First-in-human studies through to the launch of the asset. The COL will drive faster, cost efficient, patient-centric trials that follow benchmarked industry standards that utilize “state-of-the-art” clinical project management methodologies aligned to global drug development processes.This role is accountable for the successful preparation and presentation of operational content at key governance discussions, ensuring critical operational input is provided to drive comprehensive, strategic, and thoughtful discussions for assigned program(s). Who you are: • Minimum BA or BS degree; advanced degree in Life Sciences preferred. • 12-15 years of experience leading complex global clinical trial programs; 5-7 years in senior leadership roles. • Extensive project management experience in diverse settings. • Strong leadership and influencing skills with senior leaders. • Effective oral and written communication skills for a global operational team. • Broad clinical operations experience and project management skills. • Proven teambuilding abilities across multidisciplinary teams. • Comprehensive expertise in drug development and its interdependencies. Location: US (Billerica area) on-site at least 3 days per week Travel: 25-30% domestic and international For meetings and conferences and HQ Pay range for this position: $180,000 - $280,000 Our ranges are derived from several sources, and largely reliant on relevant industry market data. Should we decide to make an offer, we will consider several factors, including but not limited to your location, skills, experience, career level, and other job-related factors. This role may offer the following benefits: medical, vision, and dental insurance; life insurance; disability insurance; a 401(k) matching program; paid time off; and paid holidays; among The Company is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. No employee or applicant for employment will be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, gender identity, transgender status, marital status, or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. This policy of Equal Employment Opportunity applies to all policies and programs relating to recruitment and hiring, promotion, compensation, benefits, discipline, termination, and all other terms and conditions of employment. Any applicant or employee who believes they have been discriminated against by the Company or anyone acting on behalf of the Company must report any concerns to their Human Resources Business Partner, Legal, or Compliance immediately. The Company will not retaliate against any individual because they made a good faith report of discrimination.