Senior Director- Data Acquisition

Site Name: Bengaluru Luxor North Tower, UK - London - Brentford, USA - Pennsylvania - Upper Providence, Wavre Posted Date: Jun 13 2022 Ready to help shape the future of healthcare? At GSK, we have already delivered unprecedented change over the past four years, improving R&D, becoming a leader in Consumer Healthcare, strengthening our leadership, and transforming our commercial execution. Now, we’re making the most significant changes we’ve made to our business in over 20 years. We’re on track to separate and create two new companies in 2022: New GSK with a leading portfolio of vaccines and specialty medicines as well as R&D based on immune system and genetics science; and a new world-leading consumer healthcare company of loved and trusted brands. With new ambition comes new purpose. For New GSK, this is to unite science, talent, and technology to get ahead of disease together – all with the clear ambition of delivering human health impact; stronger and more sustainable shareholder returns; and as a new GSK where outstanding people thrive. Getting ahead means preventing disease as well as treating it. How we do all this is through our people and our culture. A culture that is ambitious for patients – so we deliver what matters better and faster; accountable for impact – with clear ownership of goals and support to succeed; and where we do the right thing. So, if you’re ready to improve the lives of billions, join us at this exciting moment in our journey. Join our challenge to get Ahead Together. Job Purpose The purpose of the position is to establish leadership across Phase I-IV Medicines & Vaccines studies for design and delivery of clinical trial data acquisition tools. Additionally, you will set direction and strategy in collaboration with senior leaders across DS&M to build capabilities required to set-up and acquire data to industry upper quartile metrics. Key Responsibilities :- Set vision, drive strategy, and provide innovative solutions, developing and delivering quality process as well as ensure operational delivery for the entire portfolio. Lead a global department of 80+ people Sets direction and develops resourcing strategy for design and delivery of data acquisition tools (eDC & non-eDC) to meet upper quartile performance. Leverages external vendors to create and manage external capabilities/capacity as part of the global sourcing strategy. Sponsors initiatives to introduce state-of-the-art technology to improve existing systems/processes. Establishes a strong quality & risk management culture and practice, ensuring regulatory compliance and data integrity awareness, contributing to quality governance, issue management and resolution. Coach & mentor for the members of the department to support their personal development. Breadth/Scope of Accountability:- Number of Direct Reports - 6 to12 Number of Indirect Reports - 50-90 Knowledge/Education Required:- Minimum Level of Education Required - Bachelor's Degree Preferred Level of Education - Master's Degree Area of Specialization - Technical, scientific, or programming discipline Basic Qualifications - Technical staff management experience. Experience implementing strategies and business objectives Preferred Qualifications- Proven track record of leading global teams Ability to manage conflicting demands and priorities and to negotiate complex agreements Highly developed communication skills effective workinfacross all levels of the organization both within Global Clinical Operations and key partners in Biostatistics and Clinical Sciences. Ability to build internal and external relationships to operate effectively in heavily matrixed environment Track record of working across functional lines to deliver the portfolio At GSK we value diversity (Gender, LGBTQ +, PwD etc.) and treat all candidates equally. We aim to create an inclusive workplace where all employees feel engaged, supportive of one another, and know their work makes an important contribution. *LI-GSK Our goal is to be one of the world’s most innovative, best performing and trusted healthcare companies. We believe that we all bring something unique to GSK and when we combine our knowledge, experiences and styles together, the impact is incredible. Come join our adventure at GSK where you will be inspired to do your best work for our patients and consumers. A place where you can be you, feel good and keep growing. 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