Associate Vice President - Clinical Research (Federal) - Remote

$170,000 - $200,000/Yr

Westat - Rockville, MD

Full-time - Senior

Hybrid - Rockville, MD

1,001-5,000 employees

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About the position

The Associate Vice President (AVP) of Clinical Research at Westat is a leadership role focused on business development, client management, and project leadership within the Clinical Research Practice. The AVP will be instrumental in expanding the company's portfolio with the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and managing large-scale clinical research projects. This remote position requires strong communication skills, a commitment to fostering an inclusive work environment, and the ability to manage multiple complex business activities simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Serve on the Clinical Research Practice's leadership team to foster growth and develop/implement initiatives ensuring an overall culture of quality and excellence.
• Develop and implement strategic plans to expand the company's clinical research services within HHS agencies.
• Lead business development and capture for opportunities within the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and other federal agencies.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with federal clients to secure new business opportunities.
• Direct and manage large clinical trials support services contracts or a series of smaller projects including leading design, data collection, analysis, and publication.
• Lead and mentor a team of clinical research professionals, fostering an environment of continuous improvement and innovation while ensuring billability.
• Collaborate on cross-practice initiatives and serve as a thought leader both internally and externally.
• Represent Westat at industry conferences, workshops, and networking events to promote our services and expertise.

Requirements

• Master's degree in biological sciences, clinical research, public health, or related field; PhD and/or PMP preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive project and team leadership experience in clinical research.
• Successful track record of business development in government contracting, specifically with NIH and/or FDA.
• Demonstrated understanding of U.S. government regulatory compliance including but not limited to Human Subjects Protections and Good Clinical Practice.
• Experience mentoring research staff at all levels.

Benefits

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Paid Parental Leave
• Vacation Leave (20 days per year)
• Sick Leave (10 days per year)
• Holiday Leave (7 government holidays and 2 floating holidays)
• Professional Development
• Health Advocate
• Employee Assistance Program
• Travel Accident Insurance
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Short Term Disability Insurance
• Long Term Disability Insurance
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Health Savings Account