Manager-Clinical Operations

UAE
April 1, 2026

Job Description

  • Overseeing the day-to-day clinical activities of research operations teams across HCFs.
  • Central oversight and management of project tracking – status, timelines, milestones, budget, scope, recruitment, quality, mandatory reporting across HCFs
  • Developing, implementing, and evaluating clinical operations policies and SOPs and procedures.
  • Ensuring compliance with healthcare laws, regulations, and the facility’s policies.
  • Collaborating with HCF medical and administrative staff to ensure the delivery of high-quality research operations.
  • Develop & implement initiatives to build efficiency in trial process, timelines and resources 
  • Organizing staff allocation to projects and evaluating performance.
  • Conducting regular staff meetings and providing training and development opportunities.
  • Guide and support team in management of trial issues and escalations related to feasibility, start up, recruitment, resourcing, CAPA, etc.
  • Developing tools to track and manage team and project performance and utilization.
  • Monitoring budgets and managing resources effectively.
  • Participate in key BD meetings with clients to present research capabilities, expertise
  • Implementing quality control procedures and safety measures.
  • Support in the assessment and implementation of clinical research technologies
  • Preparing and presenting reports on clinical operations to the Line Manager.

Qualifications

  • Bachelors degree in Medicine, Pharmacy/Nursing or other medical fields with a preference for Masters degree in any of these disciplines.
  • 10+ years of experience in Clinical research operations, including site management and coordination of global Phase I-III clinical trials.
  • Excellent communication (written & verbal; English & Arabic) and interpersonal skills, with the ability to inspire and influence others.
  • Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and external partners.
  • Strong ability to track, project manage and coordinate projects activities across HCF.
  • Possess strong computer skills (MS Power Point, MS Excel, MS Word, MS Access, MS Outlook)
  • Experience in regulatory compliance and data management is essential.