Global Study Manager

Overview

In this role you will lead the operational delivery of clinical studies from initiation to archiving within GCSD/GCO, driving robust delivery plans that meet quality targets. You will work closely with the Global Study Lead to ensure end-to-end study performance. You will coach study teams, manage timelines and budgets, and escalate risks for fast, data-driven decision making. A key part of the role is advancing automation and AI/ML adoption to increase efficiency. This is a frontline role with high impact on patient-focused R&D delivery at GSK.

Pay / Benefits

• flexible working culture
• opportunity to relocate (Stevenage to Cambridge)
• ambitious for patients and impact
• development within GSK R&D

Responsibilities

• Lead Clinical Operations Working Group to deliver studies on time, within quality thresholds and budget
• Own study deliverables across the Study Team Operating Model, including initiation, plans, vendor oversight, and dissemination plans
• Oversee vendor selection for FSO and GCSD-managed studies, ensuring compliance with ICH/GCP and SOPs
• Assess and select study vendors in consultation with the Global Study Lead, ensuring risk mitigation and stakeholder communications
• Identify, monitor, and mitigate study risks; maintain study status and issue management with stakeholders
• Act as ambassador for AIML tools, driving automation and more efficient workflows

Key requirements

• Relevant degree-level education in life sciences or related discipline
• Hands-on clinical research/study management experience across the full study lifecycle
• Experience across multiple study designs and strong knowledge of GCP/ICH guidelines
• Strong project management skills (scope, budget, timeline, resources) and use of relevant tools

• Strong people skills
• Influencing without authority
• Clear problem-solving and decision-making abilities
• GCP
• ICH guidelines
• Project Management

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