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Associate Vice President - Clinical Research

10+ years
Preffered by Company
10 Sept. 3, 2024
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time Education: B.Pharm/ M.Pharm/ B.Sc/ M.Sc/ Any LifeScience Skills: Causality Assessment, Clinical SAS Programming, Communication Skills, CPC Certified, GCP guidelines, ICD-10 CM Codes, CPT-Codes, HCPCS Codes, ICD-10 CM, CPT, HCPCS Coding, ICH guidelines, ICSR Case Processing, Interpersonal Skill, Labelling Assessment, MedDRA Coding, Medical Billing, Medical Coding, Medical Terminology, Narrative Writing, Research & Development, Technical Skill, Triage of ICSRs, WHO DD Coding

Associate Vice President (AVP) - Clinical Research Practice

Company: Westat
Location: Remote Eligible
Headquarters: Rockville, Maryland (near Washington, DC)


About Westat:

Westat is an employee-owned corporation delivering research services to U.S. government agencies, businesses, foundations, and state and local governments. With a dedicated team of over 2,000 staff, we are committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive workforce. Our strength lies in the varied backgrounds, cultures, perspectives, and experiences of our employees.

Position Overview:

Westat’s Health Sector is seeking a dynamic and experienced Associate Vice President (AVP) to join our Clinical Research Practice leadership team. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in business development, client management, project leadership, and clinical research, with significant experience managing large-scale projects and securing contracts with federal agencies. The AVP will be instrumental in expanding our Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) portfolio by leading capture activities and directing both existing and new projects.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Join the Clinical Research Practice leadership team to drive growth and implement initiatives that promote a culture of quality and excellence.
  • Develop and execute strategic plans to enhance the company's clinical research services within HHS agencies.
  • Lead business development and capture efforts for opportunities with the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and other federal agencies.
  • Build and nurture strong relationships with federal clients to secure new business opportunities.
  • Oversee and manage large-scale clinical trials support contracts or multiple smaller projects, including leading design, data collection, analysis, and publication efforts.
  • Mentor and lead a team of clinical research professionals, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation while ensuring billability.
  • Collaborate on cross-practice initiatives and serve as a thought leader internally and externally.
  • Represent Westat at industry conferences, workshops, and networking events to promote our services and expertise.

Basic Qualifications:

  • Master’s degree in biological sciences, clinical research, public health, or a related field; PhD and/or PMP certification preferred.
  • 10+ years of progressive experience in project and team leadership within clinical research.
  • Proven success in business development in government contracting, particularly with NIH and/or FDA.
  • Strong understanding of U.S. government regulatory compliance, including Human Subjects Protections and Good Clinical Practice.
  • Experience in mentoring research staff at all levels.

Desired Skills:

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple complex business activities simultaneously.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team, with a commitment to fostering an inclusive and innovative work environment.

Benefits:

Westat offers a comprehensive benefits package focused on wellness and work-life balance, including:

  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Vacation Leave (20 days per year)
  • Sick Leave (10 days per year)
  • Holiday Leave (7 government holidays and 2 floating holidays)
  • Professional Development Opportunities
  • Health Advocate
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance
  • Life and AD&D Insurance
  • Critical Illness Insurance
  • Supplemental Life Insurance
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • Health Savings Account

This position will be posted for a minimum of 5 days, and applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis.

Equal Opportunity Employment:

Westat is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship status, genetic information, gender identity or expression, or any other protected status under applicable law.