Genmab
Associate Director, Global Trial Lead
At Genmab, we are dedicated to building extra[not]ordinary futures, together, by developing antibody products and groundbreaking, knock-your-socks-off KYSO antibody medicines that change lives and the future of cancer treatment and serious diseases. We strive to create, champion and maintain a global workplace where individuals' unique contributions are valued and drive innovative solutions to meet the needs of our patients, care partners, families and employees. Our people are compassionate, candid, and purposeful, and our business is innovative and rooted in science. We believe that being proudly authentic and determined to be our best is essential to fulfilling our purpose. Yes, our work is incredibly serious and impactful, but we have big ambitions, bring a ton of care to pursuing them, and have a lot of fun while doing so. Does this inspire you and feel like a fit? Then we would love to have you join us! Overview The Global Trial Lead (GTL) is accountable for the end-to-end delivery of one or more clinical trials, from initial strategy to Clinical Study Report (CSR) completion. This includes leading cross-functional Clinical Trial Teams (CTT), managing budgets, and leveraging matrix leadership to align internal and external stakeholders in achieving trial goals efficiently and to high-quality standards. The GTL serves as the main coordinator for the Trial Team and may take on Clinical Trial Manager (CTM) responsibilities if no CTM is assigned. Roles & Responsibilities Trial Leadership and Management Lead the cross functional Clinical Trial Team (CTT) including roles such as Medical, Biostatistics, Programming, and Data Management. Lead the operational Trial Team, including roles such as Start-up Specialists, Clinical Trial Associates (CTA), and Clinical Trial Managers (CTM). Manage CTT resources /membership, assign tasks, and ensure deadlines are met. Make tactical decisions within scope to ensure that CTT work aligns with program objectives. Define and manage CTT goals in collaboration with team members. Provide regular updates, reports, and escalations to the DOPL regarding progress, challenges, risks, and resource needs. Review and approve key trial documents, including protocols, amendments, plans, and manuals. Oversee vendor selection and manage trial-related contracts and amendments. Drive country selection and coordinate responses to IEC/IRB comments. Maintain trial integrity by ensuring protocol adherence and addressing data trends. Collaborate with the Development Operations Program Lead (DOPL) on cross-functional clinical development team activities and escalate issues as needed. Execute strategies for drug supply, regulatory submissions, and patient recruitment. Budget and Planning Assist in the development and management of the trial budget. Plan and maintain integrated trial timelines from study outline through CSR. Develop recruitment projections and approve adjustments as needed with the Project Lead. Act as counterpart to the CRO Project Lead/Manager. Risk Management Identify and manage trial risks with the CTT. Oversee maintenance of CTT issue, action, and decision logs. Assist in audit preparation and ensure corrective and preventive actions (CAPAs) are implemented. Act as Subject Matter Expert (SME) for processes within Clinical Operations. Core Skills and Competencies Required experience working in a complex, global and matrixed organization Required pharmaceutical industry experience with knowledge of ICH/GCP Regulations Required oncology or TA specific drug development experience and various phases of development Required matrix leadership experience (ability to lead without authority) Required experience mentoring others Proven leadership experience with a strong focus on people management and developing others preferred Expected to have advanced knowledge in: End-to-end trial planning and execution Outsourcing and vendor management. Expected to be proficient in: Project management skills and knowledge of tools and processes Required skills and competencies: Regulatory submission knowledge Develop and monitor key performance metrics Excellent written and verbal communication skills Excellent negotiation, collaboration and interpersonal skills with ability to work effectively with others at all levels of the organization Strong trial planning and budget management skills. Strong understanding of clinical trial processes, ICH-GCP regulations, and the clinical drug development lifecycle Ability to proactively identify risks, develop mitigation strategies, and resolve issues effectively. Experience managing trials in global settings, with the ability to oversee complex, multi-regional operations. Stakeholder management skills. Learning and developing strong program planning and budget management skills. Ability to drive working groups and lead process improvements, champion more efficient and effective methods/processes. For US based candidates, the proposed salary band for this position is as follows: $148,320.00---$222,480.00 The actual salary offer will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Also, certain positions are eligible for additional forms of compensation, such as discretionary bonuses and long-term incentives. When you join Genmab, you're joining a culture that supports your physical, financial, social, and emotional wellness. Within the first year, regular full-time U.S. employees are eligible for: 401(k) Plan:
100% match on the first 6% of contributions Health Benefits:
Two medical plan options (including HDHP with HSA), dental, and vision insurance Voluntary Plans:
Critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity insurance Time Off:
Paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, and 12 weeks of discretionary paid parental leave Support Resources:
Access to child and adult backup care, family support programs, financial wellness tools, and emotional well-being support Additional Perks:
Commuter benefits, tuition reimbursement, and a Lifestyle Spending Account for wellness and personal expenses About You You are genuinely passionate about our purpose You bring precision and excellence to all that you do You believe in our rooted-in-science approach to problem-solving You are a generous collaborator who can work in teams with a broad spectrum of backgrounds You take pride in enabling the best work of others on the team You can grapple with the unknown and be innovative You have experience working in a fast-growing, dynamic company (or a strong desire to) You work hard and are not afraid to have a little fun while you do so! Locations Genmab maximizes the efficiency of an agile working environment, when possible, for the betterment of employee work-life balance. Our offices are crafted as open, community-based spaces that work to connect employees while being immersed in our powerful laboratories. Whether you're in one of our office spaces or working remotely, we thrive on connecting with each other to innovate. About Genmab Genmab is an international biotechnology company with a core purpose to improve the lives of patients through innovative and differentiated antibody therapeutics. For 25 years, its hard-working, innovative and collaborative team has invented next-generation antibody technology platforms and harnessed translational, quantitative and data sciences, resulting in a proprietary pipeline including bispecific T-cell engagers, antibody-drug conjugates, next-generation immune checkpoint modulators and effector function-enhanced antibodies. By 2030, Genmab's vision is to transform the lives of people with cancer and other serious diseases with Knock-Your-Socks-Off (KYSO) antibody medicines. Established in 1999, Genmab
At Genmab, we are dedicated to building extra[not]ordinary futures, together, by developing antibody products and groundbreaking, knock-your-socks-off KYSO antibody medicines that change lives and the future of cancer treatment and serious diseases. We strive to create, champion and maintain a global workplace where individuals' unique contributions are valued and drive innovative solutions to meet the needs of our patients, care partners, families and employees. Our people are compassionate, candid, and purposeful, and our business is innovative and rooted in science. We believe that being proudly authentic and determined to be our best is essential to fulfilling our purpose. Yes, our work is incredibly serious and impactful, but we have big ambitions, bring a ton of care to pursuing them, and have a lot of fun while doing so. Does this inspire you and feel like a fit? Then we would love to have you join us! Overview The Global Trial Lead (GTL) is accountable for the end-to-end delivery of one or more clinical trials, from initial strategy to Clinical Study Report (CSR) completion. This includes leading cross-functional Clinical Trial Teams (CTT), managing budgets, and leveraging matrix leadership to align internal and external stakeholders in achieving trial goals efficiently and to high-quality standards. The GTL serves as the main coordinator for the Trial Team and may take on Clinical Trial Manager (CTM) responsibilities if no CTM is assigned. Roles & Responsibilities Trial Leadership and Management Lead the cross functional Clinical Trial Team (CTT) including roles such as Medical, Biostatistics, Programming, and Data Management. Lead the operational Trial Team, including roles such as Start-up Specialists, Clinical Trial Associates (CTA), and Clinical Trial Managers (CTM). Manage CTT resources /membership, assign tasks, and ensure deadlines are met. Make tactical decisions within scope to ensure that CTT work aligns with program objectives. Define and manage CTT goals in collaboration with team members. Provide regular updates, reports, and escalations to the DOPL regarding progress, challenges, risks, and resource needs. Review and approve key trial documents, including protocols, amendments, plans, and manuals. Oversee vendor selection and manage trial-related contracts and amendments. Drive country selection and coordinate responses to IEC/IRB comments. Maintain trial integrity by ensuring protocol adherence and addressing data trends. Collaborate with the Development Operations Program Lead (DOPL) on cross-functional clinical development team activities and escalate issues as needed. Execute strategies for drug supply, regulatory submissions, and patient recruitment. Budget and Planning Assist in the development and management of the trial budget. Plan and maintain integrated trial timelines from study outline through CSR. Develop recruitment projections and approve adjustments as needed with the Project Lead. Act as counterpart to the CRO Project Lead/Manager. Risk Management Identify and manage trial risks with the CTT. Oversee maintenance of CTT issue, action, and decision logs. Assist in audit preparation and ensure corrective and preventive actions (CAPAs) are implemented. Act as Subject Matter Expert (SME) for processes within Clinical Operations. Core Skills and Competencies Required experience working in a complex, global and matrixed organization Required pharmaceutical industry experience with knowledge of ICH/GCP Regulations Required oncology or TA specific drug development experience and various phases of development Required matrix leadership experience (ability to lead without authority) Required experience mentoring others Proven leadership experience with a strong focus on people management and developing others preferred Expected to have advanced knowledge in: End-to-end trial planning and execution Outsourcing and vendor management. Expected to be proficient in: Project management skills and knowledge of tools and processes Required skills and competencies: Regulatory submission knowledge Develop and monitor key performance metrics Excellent written and verbal communication skills Excellent negotiation, collaboration and interpersonal skills with ability to work effectively with others at all levels of the organization Strong trial planning and budget management skills. Strong understanding of clinical trial processes, ICH-GCP regulations, and the clinical drug development lifecycle Ability to proactively identify risks, develop mitigation strategies, and resolve issues effectively. Experience managing trials in global settings, with the ability to oversee complex, multi-regional operations. Stakeholder management skills. Learning and developing strong program planning and budget management skills. Ability to drive working groups and lead process improvements, champion more efficient and effective methods/processes. For US based candidates, the proposed salary band for this position is as follows: $148,320.00---$222,480.00 The actual salary offer will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Also, certain positions are eligible for additional forms of compensation, such as discretionary bonuses and long-term incentives. When you join Genmab, you're joining a culture that supports your physical, financial, social, and emotional wellness. Within the first year, regular full-time U.S. employees are eligible for: 401(k) Plan:
100% match on the first 6% of contributions Health Benefits:
Two medical plan options (including HDHP with HSA), dental, and vision insurance Voluntary Plans:
Critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity insurance Time Off:
Paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, and 12 weeks of discretionary paid parental leave Support Resources:
Access to child and adult backup care, family support programs, financial wellness tools, and emotional well-being support Additional Perks:
Commuter benefits, tuition reimbursement, and a Lifestyle Spending Account for wellness and personal expenses About You You are genuinely passionate about our purpose You bring precision and excellence to all that you do You believe in our rooted-in-science approach to problem-solving You are a generous collaborator who can work in teams with a broad spectrum of backgrounds You take pride in enabling the best work of others on the team You can grapple with the unknown and be innovative You have experience working in a fast-growing, dynamic company (or a strong desire to) You work hard and are not afraid to have a little fun while you do so! Locations Genmab maximizes the efficiency of an agile working environment, when possible, for the betterment of employee work-life balance. Our offices are crafted as open, community-based spaces that work to connect employees while being immersed in our powerful laboratories. Whether you're in one of our office spaces or working remotely, we thrive on connecting with each other to innovate. About Genmab Genmab is an international biotechnology company with a core purpose to improve the lives of patients through innovative and differentiated antibody therapeutics. For 25 years, its hard-working, innovative and collaborative team has invented next-generation antibody technology platforms and harnessed translational, quantitative and data sciences, resulting in a proprietary pipeline including bispecific T-cell engagers, antibody-drug conjugates, next-generation immune checkpoint modulators and effector function-enhanced antibodies. By 2030, Genmab's vision is to transform the lives of people with cancer and other serious diseases with Knock-Your-Socks-Off (KYSO) antibody medicines. Established in 1999, Genmab