Who We Are

We're a global, midsize CRO that pushes boundaries, innovates and invents because the path to a cure for the world's most persistent diseases is not paved by those who play it safe. It is built by those who take pioneering, creative approaches and implement them with quality and excellence.

Why Worldwide We believe everyone plays an important role in making a world of difference for patients and their caregivers. From our hands‐on, accessible leaders to our cohesive and supportive teams, we are committed to enabling professionals from all backgrounds and experiences to succeed. We prioritize cultivating a diverse and inclusive environment that continues to promote collaboration and creativity, and we are proud to be a workplace where people thrive by being themselves and are inspired to do their best work every day.

Business Development Operations Department Overview Business Development Operations is a team of highly experienced professionals who drive significant booking targets and support Worldwide's strategic position in a competitive market through a culture of collaboration and innovation. The team supports a strong portfolio of existing business and is responsible for the continued significant growth of Worldwide's future pipeline and sponsors. They are accountable for overall sales performance, the profitable achievement of sales goals, and for aligning sales objectives with Worldwide's therapeutic and commercial strategies.

What You Will Do Identify operational needs for upcoming projects and track current assignments for CAT Operations staff

Resource CAT study projects as Resource Manager

Engage as a Subject Matter Expert for CAT Operations activities

Provide operational oversight for designated CAT study projects

Coordinate resourcing activities for all CAT awarded projects

Identify training and skills gaps among staff; coordinate and assist with learning opportunities





Actively identify and engage in process improvement activities

Participate in QMD reviews and new QMD development

Author, collaborate, and review QMD documents and guidance documents

Coordinate and manage CAT Operations team meetings

Oversee study risk assessments related to operational activities

Work with department leaders to ensure alignment among CAT operational and clinical services

Lead and/or contribute to departmental initiatives that implement policies, methods, techniques to grow service areas

Oversee CAT study deliverables from Launch to close out

Collaborate with Operations staff, Project Management, and Contracts on vendor and study budget development, scope revisions, tracking, and compliance

Assist in vendor management, including escalations, Vendor Management and Quality Assurance meetings

Review and assess ongoing budget utilization and revenue recognition to ensure projects meet financial targets

Manage internal CAT operations meetings and other trial‐specific meetings as appropriate

Contribute significantly to strategic departmental, sponsor‐related and cross‐functional initiatives

Participate in business development activities, including proposals input, capabilities and bid defense meetings

Apply thorough knowledge of industry regulations and guidelines to ensure operational compliance during clinical trial conduct

What You Will Bring To The Role Exceptional organizational skills, detail‐oriented, and service‐oriented with excellent management and supervision skills





Excellent understanding of best business practices for clinical trial operations and rater reliability processes

Knowledge and capabilities of technology vendors and their abilities

Ability to plan, manage, monitor, and critique projects

Consistent meeting of timelines, ability to work under pressure

Openness to constructive, developmental feedback

Exceptional interpersonal skills in a fast‐paced, deadline‐oriented, changing environment

Proactive identification and escalation of potential project issues

Basic knowledge of statistics and finance practices

Your Experience Minimum bachelor's degree; Master's degree (life sciences, MBA) and/or PMP certification preferred

Strong leadership, management and interpersonal skills

Strong planning and organizational skills

At least 7+ years clinical trial experience with at least 4 years' experience in global clinical trials

Preferred ≥5 years of experience managing team members or project management experience

Hands‐on experience in day‐to‐day management of all aspects of integral clinical trials

Prior experience in psychiatry / CNS therapeutic areas is a plus

Knowledge and appreciation of all stages of clinical drug development; proven ability to build high‐performance teams with strong monitoring practices and competence in CFRs, GCPs and ICH guidelines

Equal Opportunity Employer Worldwide is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to enabling professionals from all backgrounds and experiences to succeed. We prioritize attracting diverse talent and cultivating an inclusive environment that encourages collaboration and creativity. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, national origin, gender, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital or parental status, disability, military status, or other class protected by applicable law.

📌 Associate Project Director, Clinical Assessment Training and Surveillance - UK/Europe - Remote (Elche)
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