Associate Director, Imaging Operations Lead 1

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Together, we dream big and are passionate about caring for our rich mix of people, customers, patients, and planet.

That's why we are always looking for curious minds that see themselves imagining the unimaginable with us.United As One for Patients, our purpose in Healthcare is to help create, improve and prolong lives.

We develop medicines, intelligent devices and innovative technologies in therapeutic areas such as Oncology, Neurology and Fertility.

Our teams work together across 6 continents with passion and relentless curiosity in order to help patients at every stage of life.

Joining our Healthcare team is becoming part of a diverse, inclusive and flexible working culture, presenting great opportunities for personal development and career advancement across the globe.Your RoleImaging is at the heart of modern clinical development — and in this pivotal role, you will shape how it is executed across a global portfolio of Phase I–IV studies.‌ As the Imaging Operations Lead, you will own the end-to-end operational strategy for clinical trial imaging, driving quality, innovation, and performance across a complex, cross-functional environment.

You will serve as the primary point of escalation for study teams, lead vendor governance, and translate imaging data insights into actionable improvements at both program and portfolio level.

This is a high-impact opportunity to influence the direction of clinical operations on a global scale, working at the intersection of science, technology, and strategic execution.Who You AreMinimum QualificationsBachelor’s Degree within the medical or life sciences space, or equivalent qualification.A minimum of 10 years of experience in clinical research within a contract research organization or pharmaceutical/biotechnology environment.‌Demonstrated expertise in clinical trial imaging operations, including study planning, vendor oversight, and execution across multiple therapeutic areas.Thorough knowledge of ICH-GCP guidelines and applicable regulatory requirements.Experience managing external imaging service providers, including governance, quality metrics, and corrective action plans.Preferred QualificationsProject management certification such as CPM or PMP.Experience in oncology and immuno-oncology clinical trials.Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify trends and drive quality and process improvements across a global portfolio.Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence across scientific, operational, and leadership levels in a matrixed, multinational environment.Familiarity with AI tools and their practical applications in clinical operations, including an understanding of ethical considerations such as bias, fairness, and data governance. xwzovoh Ability to balance competing priorities and make risk-based decisions in a dynamic, fast-moving environment.Location: Feltham, England (Hybrid – 3 days per week onsite)Travel: