h3Work Schedule /h3 pStandard (Mon-Fri) /p h3Environmental Conditions /h3 pOffice /p h3Job Description /h3 pbPosition: /b Executive Director, Global Site Strategic Network /p pbLocation: /b EMEA, remote /p pbType: /b Tempo pieno /p pThe bExecutive Director, Global Site Strategic Network /b is accountable for defining and leading the global strategy for strategic site engagement and partnerships within Global Clinical Operations. The role establishes the strategic architecture, operating principles, governance, portfolio priorities, and performance framework that connect Therapeutic Business Unit (TBU) strategy and Global Clinical Operations priorities with regional and country activation and local site engagement. /p pThe Executive Director shapes how the business identifies, prioritizes, develops, and activates relationships with investigators, health systems, strategic sites, and research networks to improve access to patients, accelerate clinical development, strengthen study delivery, and create differentiated value for customers and TBUs. The role leads the global Site Strategy Collaborations organization, provides strategic direction through regional Site Network leadership and matrix partners, serves as an executive sponsor for priority partnerships, and advises senior leadership on network strategy, partnership investment, external ecosystem trends, and future capability needs. /p h3Essential Functions and Other Job Information: /h3 ul liDefine and own the global Site Strategy Collaborations vision, multi-year strategic roadmap, and priorities aligned with Global Clinical Operations objectives and TBU portfolio strategy. /li liTranslate TBU therapeutic and portfolio priorities into a differentiated global site-network strategy, defining where, with whom, and how Thermo Fisher should build strategic site relationships to support current and future clinical development needs. /li liEstablish the global strategic framework for site partnerships, including partnership segmentation, value propositions, engagement principles, governance, decision rights, escalation pathways, and standards for relationship development and activation. /li liLead the global operating model that connects enterprise and TBU strategy with regional Site Network Leads, Feasibility Site Selection (FSS), Country Operations, and local site teams, enabling one connected strategy with clear ownership and accountability. /li liCreate a closed-loop mechanism through which regional and local site intelligence informs global and TBU strategy, while global portfolio priorities are translated into practical country and site engagement plans. /li liOwn global prioritization of strategic sites, health systems, investigators, and research networks using portfolio needs, patient access, performance data, market intelligence, customer strategy, and emerging capability requirements. /li liPartner with TBU leaders, Clinical Operations, Medical, Commercial, Business Development, FSS, and Country Operations to embed site strategy early in portfolio planning, customer strategy, proposals, bid defenses, and strategic account discussions. /li liDefine and govern a global performance framework and differentiated KPIs that demonstrate the operational, strategic, customer, and business value of site partnerships, including proof points that inform investment and prioritization decisions. /li liUse data, analytics, external market intelligence, and network insights to identify strategic opportunities, anticipate risks, inform network design, and recommend changes to partnership strategy and operating model. /li liChampion innovative partnership models, digital capabilities, data-sharing approaches,



and collaboration mechanisms that strengthen site engagement and differentiate Thermo Fisher in the clinical research ecosystem. /li liLead organizational transformation and change initiatives that position Site Strategy Collaborations as a strategic enterprise capability rather than a transactional or support function. /li liAdvise senior and executive leadership on site ecosystem trends, strategic partnership opportunities, competitive dynamics, investment choices, and organizational capabilities required to support future growth. /li liRepresent Thermo Fisher externally at executive customer engagements, strategic partnership discussions, investigator forums, industry events, and other high-level engagements that advance the company's position as a preferred clinical research partner. /li liPerform other duties as assigned based on business needs. /li /ul h3Job Knowledge /h3 pApplies expert knowledge of global clinical operations, strategic site engagement, feasibility, portfolio strategy, investigator and institutional partnerships, clinical trial delivery, and external ecosystem dynamics to shape global strategy and investment priorities. Recognized as an enterprise thought leader who integrates TBU strategy, customer needs, market intelligence, and site-network capabilities to influence organizational design, partnership models, and future business direction. /p h3Job Complexity /h3 pLeads a global capability at the intersection of TBUs, Global Clinical Operations, regions, countries, and the external site ecosystem. Resolves ambiguity and competing priorities across therapeutic areas, geographies, customers, and functions while making strategic choices that influence network design, partnership investment, organizational capability, and measurable business outcomes. /p pLeads highly complex initiatives requiring strategic thinking, executive influence, and cross-functional leadership /p h3Supervision Received / Freedom to act /h3 pOperates with broad strategic autonomy and significant independent judgment in establishing regional priorities, developing strategic partnerships, and executing organizational objectives. Regularly advises executive leadership on site engagement strategy, organizational capabilities, and market trends. /p h3Interactions / Business Relationships /h3 pBuilds and maintains executive relationships with TBU Leaders, Global Clinical Operations leadership, Regional Site Network Leads, FSS leadership, Country Operations, Commercial, Medical, Business Development, Finance, and other cross-functional partners. Externally, engages senior investigators and leaders of strategic research institutions, health systems, and site networks, representing Thermo Fisher as an executive strategic partner. /p h3Qualifications: /h3 h3Education and Experience: /h3 ul liBachelor's degree or equivalent and relevant formal academic/vocational qualification. Advanced degree (MBA, MS, MPH, PharmD, or equivalent) preferred. /li liPrevious experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job (typically comparable to 15+ years), including significant leadership experience in global clinical operations, site strategy, feasibility, strategic partnerships, project delivery or related areas.



/li liDemonstrated experience leading director-level and global cross-functional organizations, translating portfolio strategy into operating priorities, establishing strategic external partnerships, and influencing enterprise-level decisions is strongly preferred. /li /ul h3Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: /h3 ul liGlobal strategy development and enterprise-level strategic thinking /li liTherapeutic expertise and portfolio strategy translation into site-network priorities /li liStrategic site partnership architecture, segmentation, and governance /li liDeep understanding of global clinical operations, feasibility, and the investigator/site ecosystem /li liExecutive influencing, decision framing, and stakeholder management /li liAbility to lead leaders and high-performing teams across complex global and matrix organizations. /li liData-driven decision making, performance analytics, and value demonstration /li liOperating model design, governance, and organizational transformation /li liCommercial acumen, customer strategy, and business development engagement /li liStrong business, financial, and resource-allocation acumen /li liAbility to drive talent strategy, succession planning, and high-performing team development /li liExcellent executive communication, storytelling, and presentation skills /li liExecutive leadership and organizational transformation /li liAbility to travel globally as required. /li /ul h3Policy Strategy: /h3 ul liDefines and leads the Global Site Strategic Network aligned with Global Clinical Operations and TBU priorities. Establishes the strategic partnership framework, operating model, governance, decision rights, performance standards, and investment principles that guide global, regional, country, and site-level engagement. /li liTranslates TBU portfolio strategy into site-network direction and uses local and regional intelligence to inform enterprise decisions. Recommends and leads strategic changes that influence clinical operations capabilities, external partnership strategy, and future business direction. /li /ul pbManagement Role: /b Leads a global organization through direct leaders and matrix partnerships. Accountable for organizational strategy, performance, talent and succession, resource planning, capability development, and execution of global business objectives. /p pEstablishes clear accountability across global, regional, and country interfaces and develops high-performing leaders who can translate strategy into consistent local activation and measurable value. /p h3Working Conditions and Environment /h3 pThe role is performed in a home office or office environment with regular interaction across global teams utilizing digital collaboration technologies. /p pRequires frequent domestic and international travel, approximately b40–60% /b, to support strategic site and investigator engagement, executive customer meetings, global and regional leadership meetings, industry conferences, site visits, and organizational priorities. /p h3Physical Requirements /h3 ul liAbility to work in a stationary position for extended periods. /li liFrequent use of computer systems and digital technologies. /li liAbility to communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders. /li liTravel by air or ground transportation. /li liAbility to lift and carry light materials consistent with normal business travel. /li /ul pThermo Fisher Scientific is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status. /p #J-18808-Ljbffr

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