GLOBAL MEDICAL OPERATIONS MANAGERSolicitarremote type: Publicado ayerjob requisition id: 001556Estamos construyendo el futuro de la dermatología médica centrándonos en las necesidades no cubiertas de los pacientes y dando a las personas el espacio para pensar de forma independiente, asumir responsabilidades y generar un impacto que de verdad importe. Trabajamos con rigor, actuamos con valentía, simplificamos lo complejo y enfocamos la innovación allí donde realmente marca la diferencia. Mission**The Global Medical Operations Manager is responsible for the operational planning, coordination, and oversight of Integral Medical Affairs studies, with a strong focus on Investigator-Initiated Studies (IIS), Phase IV / non-interventional studies, and Real-World Evidence (RWE) initiatives. The role ensures end-to-end operational excellence, compliance, transparency, and cross-functional alignment across global and local teams, enabling timely evidence generation to support Global Medical strategy.Investigator-Initiated Studies (IIS) & Global Medical Grants ManagementAct as the global operational owner for IIS and selected global medical grants:
* Serve as primary operational point of contact for globally supported IIS
* Coordinate IIS activities across Legal, Compliance, Finance, Clinical Trial Supply, R&D;, IP, CROs, global and local teams
* Lead and coordinate: + Contract generation and execution with HCPs/HCOs + Amendment management in collaboration with Legal and affiliates + Budget monitoring and reporting
* Maintain global IIS master documentation, including: + Proposals and approvals + Agreements and amendments + Invoice tracking and payment documentation + Final report/publication tracking (links or references, as applicable)
* Track study progress, milestones, and deliverables in collaboration with affiliates




* Manage the full invoice and payment lifecycle, ensuring timely and accurate processing
* Ensure transparency reporting for global IIS and grants in applicable systems (e.g. Veeva), in line with local legislation (with particular attention to high-complexity markets such as France and the US)
* Provide quarterly IIS KPI reporting in line with Global Medical Affairs guidance
* Support pharmacovigilance requirements by ensuring IIS operational data is available for PSUR, DSUR, and PSMF activities (upon request and per SOP)2. Global Phase IV, RWE, and Non-Interventional StudiesProvide operational experience and support for Integral Medical evidence generation initiatives, including RWE:
* Support the planning, execution, and oversight of company-sponsored Phase IV, low-interventional, and non-interventional studies
* Act as the main operational contact for CROs, ensuring quality, timelines, and budget adherence
* Support Global Medical Leads in delivering evidence aligned with Brand Plans and Medical Strategy
* Track and maintain an overview of globally sponsored and locally executed GMA studies, ensuring visibility, consistency, and governance
* Maintain accurate and timely study updates to support: + Pharmacovigilance reporting + Public registry disclosure obligations + Internal governance and decision-making forums3.



Cross-Functional Governance & Stakeholder Engagement* Actively participate in Phase IV / IIS Review Committee when IIS proposals are presented and discussed
* Coordinate follow-up actions after IIS approval and ensure alignment across stakeholders
* Collaborate closely with: + Global and Local Medical Affairs teams + Finance (budget tracking and long-term projections) + Global Compliance and QA + Legal (for contracts) + CRO partners and external vendors
* Contribute to medical operations updates, including internal communication updates, enabling informed decisions within Global Medical Affairs
* Attend selected scientific meetings, operational forums, and internal trainings as relevant to role scope4. Process Optimization, SOP Ownership & Digital Innovation* Lead the review, update, and implementation of key Medical Operations SOPs related to studies
* Maintain and update the Medical Operations Hub and study-specific operational pages, ensuring accuracy, relevance, and alignment with Global Medical needs
* Proactively identify opportunities for digital solutions and emerging technologies (e.g., workflow automation, analytics, AI-assisted processes) to improve efficiency and data quality in studies managementEducation* University degree in Pharmacy, Biology, Chemistry, Life Sciences, or equivalentExperience* Proven experience in: + Clinical operations, medical operations, or study management + Phase IV, non-interventional, or RWE studies + Cross-functional coordination in a general matrix environment
* Solid understanding of: + Transparency and compliance requirements + Study governance and lifecycle management
* Experience in Dermatology or related therapeutic areas is an asset
* Fluent in English (written and spoken)Competencies & Values* Operational Excellence: Structur

📌 GLOBAL MEDICAL OPERATIONS MANAGER (Barcelona)
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📍 Barcelona