Associate Director, Clinical Monitoring

Are you passionate about driving the successful delivery of clinical trials and leading teams that contribute to the development of life-changing therapies? At WEP Clinical, we are committed to helping patients gain early access to innovative treatments. We offer a collaborative environment where leadership is valued, and opportunities for strategic impact and professional growth are supported. Join our team as an Associate Director, Clinical Monitoring, and take a lead role in advancing medical research while guiding teams that make a meaningful difference in patients' lives.

Role Objectives:

The WEP Clinical Associate Director of Clinical Monitoring provides leadership and oversight for the clinical monitoring function, driving the implementation of strategies set by senior leadership. This role is responsible for developing and executing monitoring strategies, managing multiple clinical monitoring teams, and ensuring the highest quality standards across all post-trial access programs and clinical trials. Additionally, the Associate Director of Clinical Monitoring supports the achievement of broader departmental objectives. 

• Strong Communicator
• Strategic Thinker
• Confident Leader
• Adaptable

• Lead the implementation and oversight of clinical monitoring processes to ensure quality and efficiency.
• Develop and execute site monitoring plans and data collection strategies for clinical trials.
• Manage and mentor CRAs, In-House CRAs, and other clinical team members.
• Conduct on-site and remote CRA Assessment Visits to support performance and development.
• Align monitoring activities with organizational goals in collaboration with senior leadership.
• Oversee monitoring strategies for complex or high-priority studies.
• Monitor KPIs to identify performance trends and areas for improvement.
• Serve as the escalation point for complex monitoring and compliance issues.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with sponsors, CROs, and key stakeholders.
• Oversee training and professional development for the clinical monitoring team.
• Contribute to business development activities, including proposals and bid defenses.
• Manage clinical monitoring budgets and resource planning.

• Bachelor's degree in life sciences, healthcare, or related field. 
• 7+ years of experience in clinical research, including at least 3 years in a leadership capacity. 
• In-depth knowledge of clinical research processes, GCP, ICH guidelines, and global regulatory requirements. 
• Willingness and ability to travel up to 20%, based on business needs.   
• Demonstrated success in developing and executing strategic initiatives within clinical operations.  
• Strong leadership and people management skills, with the ability to influence, guide, and motivate teams. 

• Proven experience in managing sponsor and CRO relationships. 

What We Offer:

Medical, dental, and vision insurance, FSA, HSA

Voluntary short-term and long-term disability insurance

Voluntary life insurance

401K safe harbor plan and company match

Paid vacation, holiday, and sick time

Paid maternity & paternity leave

What sets us apart:

WEP Clinical partners with sponsors to help patients and physicians gain early access to medicines when no other treatment options are available. WEP Clinical has over 15 years of experience distributing products to over 120 countries worldwide to treat unmet patient needs.

We're Committed to Our Team:

WEP has many initiatives to encourage wellness, growth and development, and team relationships. Check out our LinkedIn Life Page to learn more about our team events, and all that we do to support our employees.

We're Committed to DEI:

At WEP Clinical, acceptance, recognition, and engagement are the core of our DEI values. We are committed to giving employees opportunities for personal and professional success and growth, embracing everyone's unique identities.

Our services include:

Access Programs

Clinical Trial Services

Patient Site Solutions

Clinical Trial Supply

Market Access and Commercialization

WEP Clinical is a smoke-free, drug-free, and alcohol-free work environment.

WEP Clinical is an equal-opportunity employer. WEP Clinical does not unlawfully discriminate against employees or applicants for employment based on an individual’s race, colour, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, genetic information, age, disability, marital status, veteran status or any other status protected by applicable law. This policy applies to all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment, including recruitment, hiring, placement, compensation, promotion, discipline, and termination. WEP Clinical will make reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with known disabilities, in accordance with applicable law.