IQVIA · 1 day ago
Director, Innovation and Strategic Solutions
Durham, NC
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
$118K/yr - $329K/yrIQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. As the Director of Innovation and Strategic Solutions, you will shape the future of clinical trial management systems and drive innovation within the life sciences industry.
AnalyticsHealth CareLife Science
Responsibilities
Understand the organization’s goals, financial constraints, and competitive landscape
Analyze market trends, customer needs, and industry dynamics, with a specific focus on the life sciences industry
Define and execute the strategic direction for the CTMS product portfolio
Ensure alignment with RDS business goals, technology roadmaps, and organizational priorities
Formulate long-term plans aligned with business objectives, including the development of the next-generation CTMS platform to execute clinical trials in 5+ years
Develop a comprehensive product roadmap considering RDS’s complex ecosystem
Prioritize initiatives based on business impact, resource availability, and market dynamics
Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams (engineering, data science, operations, etc.)
Engage with RDS leadership, business units, internal and external partners
Evaluate external solutions (vendor products) against internal development (build) options
Make informed decisions based on cost, scalability, integration, and strategic fit
Negotiate contracts, pricing, and service-level agreements
Assess vendor stability and support capabilities
Identify risks related to technology choices, dependencies, and market shifts
Implement risk mitigation strategies
Define measurable KPIs for product success
Regularly assess performance against targets
Drive adoption of new tools and technologies across RDS
Communicate the rationale behind decisions to stakeholders
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's or Master's Degree: Typically in a relevant field such as Computer Science, Life Sciences, Business, or Engineering
Product Management Experience: Several years of experience in product management, preferably within the pharmaceutical or healthcare industry
Complex Ecosystem Exposure: Experience managing complex product portfolios with interdependencies
Strong understanding of CTMS products from both a technology and business perspective
Understanding of ICH E6 (R3) guidelines and their impact on clinical trials, including the emphasis on flexibility, risk-based quality management, and the integration of advanced data governance
Strategic Thinking: Ability to formulate long-term plans, assess market dynamics, and align product strategies with business goals
Market Research and Analysis: Proficiency in gathering insights, understanding customer needs, and evaluating competitive landscapes
Data Privacy and Compliance: Knowledge of data privacy regulations (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA) and their impact on product development
Technical Understanding: Familiarity with software development, APIs, and integration
Change Management: Skills to navigate organizational transitions and drive adoption of new tools
Negotiation and Vendor Management: Ability to negotiate contracts, evaluate vendors, and build strong partnerships
Communication and Collaboration: Excellent interpersonal skills for stakeholder engagement and cross-functional collaboration
AI and Machine Learning Proficiency: Understand AI models, machine learning algorithms, and their practical applications
Adaptability: Given the dynamic industry, adaptability to changing trends and technologies is crucial
Analytical Mindset: Ability to analyze data, assess risks, and make informed decisions
Strategic Vision: A forward-thinking approach to drive innovation and growth
Benefits
Incentive plans
Bonuses
Health and welfare and/or other benefits
Company
IQVIA
IQVIA provides analytics, compliance, and management solutions to the life sciences industry.
Founded in 1982
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$3.5B2025-06-02Post Ipo Debt· $2B
2023-11-14Post Ipo Debt· $500M
2023-05-18Post Ipo Debt· $1B
Leadership Team
Chris Colapietro
Vice President, Customer Engagement
Jonathan Morris
VP & GM US Healthcare
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