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Executive Director, R&D Strategic Externalization & Business Operations
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CSL .
Read on to fully understand what this job requires in terms of skills and experience If you are a good match, make an application. Position Overview The Head of R&D Strategic Externalization & Business Operations will lead R&D business operations across all functions and budget elements (labor/non-labor) for a $1.2 billion R&D budget. This role involves overseeing the selection, setup, governance, and continuous improvement of key external partnerships to ensure seamless delivery. Responsibilities
Strategic Vendor and Partner Management (COE):
Lead the Center of Excellence for vendor and partner governance, managing engagement models, performance, issue resolution, and continuous improvement across CROs, consultants, lab service providers, and CMC vendors. Functional Business Operations Leadership:
Provide strategic direction and oversight to R&D functional liaisons, ensuring alignment with externalized delivery models and operational goals. Contract Management Leadership:
Oversee contract operations for up to 50 engagements annually, including SOW creation, review, approval workflows, and invoice resolution in partnership with Legal, Finance, and Procurement. Capacity Planning CoE:
Develop and implement scalable, data-driven capacity planning frameworks to support proactive resourcing aligned with portfolio demands. CMC Vendor Oversight (REDC):
Manage governance and performance of CMC vendors to ensure service delivery, compliance, and alignment with development timelines. SOW & Consultant Engagement Process Ownership:
Optimize processes for onboarding, SOW management, and financial reconciliation for consultants. CRO & Business Development Partnerships:
Drive strategy and governance of CRO partnerships and business development engagements. Lab Services Operations:
Oversee operations for routine lab support providers, ensuring quality and compliance. Cross-Functional Business Operations Alignment:
Act as R&D liaison with Finance, Procurement, Legal, and other partners to improve end-to-end operations. Education & Requirements
Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree or MBA preferred. 15+ years in R&D, Business Operations, or Clinical Operations. Proven success in managing complex partnerships and building teams over 10 years. Leadership experience in managing global matrix teams. Vendor oversight and management expertise. Benefits CSL offers comprehensive benefits starting from day one for employees working at least 30 hours/week, supporting health, financial security, and well-being. About CSL Behring CSL Behring is a global leader in medicines for rare and serious diseases, serving over 100 countries in areas like immunology, hematology, and more. Inclusion & Belonging CSL values diversity and fosters an inclusive culture to drive innovation and better serve patients and stakeholders.
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Executive Director, R&D Strategic Externalization & Business Operations
role at
CSL .
Read on to fully understand what this job requires in terms of skills and experience If you are a good match, make an application. Position Overview The Head of R&D Strategic Externalization & Business Operations will lead R&D business operations across all functions and budget elements (labor/non-labor) for a $1.2 billion R&D budget. This role involves overseeing the selection, setup, governance, and continuous improvement of key external partnerships to ensure seamless delivery. Responsibilities
Strategic Vendor and Partner Management (COE):
Lead the Center of Excellence for vendor and partner governance, managing engagement models, performance, issue resolution, and continuous improvement across CROs, consultants, lab service providers, and CMC vendors. Functional Business Operations Leadership:
Provide strategic direction and oversight to R&D functional liaisons, ensuring alignment with externalized delivery models and operational goals. Contract Management Leadership:
Oversee contract operations for up to 50 engagements annually, including SOW creation, review, approval workflows, and invoice resolution in partnership with Legal, Finance, and Procurement. Capacity Planning CoE:
Develop and implement scalable, data-driven capacity planning frameworks to support proactive resourcing aligned with portfolio demands. CMC Vendor Oversight (REDC):
Manage governance and performance of CMC vendors to ensure service delivery, compliance, and alignment with development timelines. SOW & Consultant Engagement Process Ownership:
Optimize processes for onboarding, SOW management, and financial reconciliation for consultants. CRO & Business Development Partnerships:
Drive strategy and governance of CRO partnerships and business development engagements. Lab Services Operations:
Oversee operations for routine lab support providers, ensuring quality and compliance. Cross-Functional Business Operations Alignment:
Act as R&D liaison with Finance, Procurement, Legal, and other partners to improve end-to-end operations. Education & Requirements
Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree or MBA preferred. 15+ years in R&D, Business Operations, or Clinical Operations. Proven success in managing complex partnerships and building teams over 10 years. Leadership experience in managing global matrix teams. Vendor oversight and management expertise. Benefits CSL offers comprehensive benefits starting from day one for employees working at least 30 hours/week, supporting health, financial security, and well-being. About CSL Behring CSL Behring is a global leader in medicines for rare and serious diseases, serving over 100 countries in areas like immunology, hematology, and more. Inclusion & Belonging CSL values diversity and fosters an inclusive culture to drive innovation and better serve patients and stakeholders.
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