Associate Director - Global Study Lead
Standort: Mississauga Milverton Drive, USA - Pennsylvania - Upper Providence
Datum: Apr 23 2026
Business Introduction GSK is a global biopharma company with a special purpose – to unite science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together – so we can positively impact the health of billions of people and deliver stronger, more sustainable shareholder returns – as an organization where people can thrive. We get ahead of disease by preventing and treating it with innovation in specialty medicines and vaccines. We focus on four therapeutic areas: respiratory, immunology and inflammation; oncology; HIV; and infectious diseases – to impact health at scale. People and patients around the world count on the medicines and vaccines we make – so we’re committed to creating an environment where our people can thrive and focus on what matters most. Our culture of being ambitious for patients, accountable for impact and doing the right thing is the foundation for how, together, we deliver for patients, shareholders and our people.
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Position Summary
As Global Study Lead (GSL) you will lead the operational delivery of complex global clinical studies from study initiation through archiving. You will work with cross-functional and external partners to set clear study plans, manage risk, and deliver against time, quality and budget goals. We value strategic leaders who are pragmatic, collaborative, and focused on patient-centered outcomes. This role offers strong opportunities for growth, visible impact on clinical development, and the chance to contribute to GSK’s mission of uniting science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together.
Responsibilities
This position within GCSD is accountable for leading the operational strategy, planning and delivery of the oncology study/studies end to end from CSI (Commit to Study Initiation) until study archiving as outlined in the clinical development plan. The GSL owns the vision for study success and prioritization of deliverables. Accountable for the strategic leadership and delivery of clinical study/studies to time, quality, and budget, company standards and scientific requirements, driving decision-making at pace and strategically leading study team to achieve overall study deliverables. Effectively build and lead empowered, high-performing global matrix teams Provide Oncology therapeutic area expertise to support operations Translate strategic concepts, stakeholder feedback and requirements into cohesive actions for the study team Ensure compliance with ICH/GCP guidelines, all applicable laws and regulations Ensure appropriate stakeholder communication, including study status, expectations, risks and issues and influence / manage stakeholders at senior director and/or VP level Ensure robustness in upfront feasibility and planning Accountable for the study budget as well as preparation of materials for governance and /or financial review cycles. Oversee quality efforts to ensure protocol compliance and continual inspection readiness for assigned studies. Lead assessment, selection, oversight and issue management for FSO vendors Optimize utilization of digital and tech tools such as AIML to find efficiencies and more effective ways of working.
Why You?
Basic Qualifications:
We are seeking professionals with the following required skills and qualifications to help us achieve our goals: Bachelor’s degree in life sciences, health science, nursing, pharmacy, or related field. Extensive clinical development experience (5+ years) and proven experience in driving operational study delivery to time, cost, and quality within the pharmaceutical industry or CRO environment. Significant experience leading complex, global studies. Proven experience working with investigators, external experts, and oversight of Contract Research Organizations and third-party vendors Strong knowledge of ICH Good Clinical Practice and global regulatory requirements. Proven project and budget management skills with evidence of delivering to timelines and quality targets. Proven depth and breadth of experience in clinical delivery, across indications, assets, phases, regions, etc. Commutable distance to our Mississauga or Upper Providence office, hybrid work schedule (2-3 days in the office required).
Preferred Qualification
If you have the following characteristics, it would be a plus:
Advanced degree in a life sciences or related field (e.g., MSc, PharmD, PhD). Experience with complex or adaptive trial designs, decentralized clinical trials, or platform studies. Track record of managing large budgets and creating high-performing multi-national teams. Experience overseeing functional service providers and CRO partnerships. Prior experience preparing materials for governance, regulatory submissions or inspections. Knowledge of French or additional languages relevant to Canada is an asset.
Working Arrangement
This is a hybrid role based in GSK HUB locations (Mississauga or Upper Providence) with an expectation to be in the office 2–3 days per week.
How to Apply
If you are motivated to lead global clinical studies and help advance care for patients, we want to hear from you. Please submit your application and include a CV and a short statement about a study you led and the impact you delivered. We welcome candidates from varied backgrounds and experiences. Apply now and help us get ahead of disease together.
#LI-Hybrid Why GSK?
Uniting science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together. GSK is a global biopharma company with a purpose to unite science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together. We aim to positively impact the health of 2.5 billion people by the end of the decade, as a successful, growing company where people can thrive. We get ahead of disease by preventing and treating it with innovation in specialty medicines and vaccines. We focus on four therapeutic areas: respiratory, immunology and inflammation; oncology; HIV; and infectious diseases – to impact health at scale. People and patients around the world count on the medicines and vaccines we make, so we’re committed to creating an environment where our people can thrive and focus on what matters most. Our culture of being ambitious for patients, accountable for impact and doing the right thing is the foundation for how, together, we deliver for patients, shareholders and our people. GSK is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This ensures that all qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), military service or any basis prohibited under federal, state or local law. GSK is committed to accommodating persons with disabilities. If you need accommodation at any stage of the application process or want more information on our accommodation policies, please contact us at canada-recruitment@gsk.com. Please do not send resumes to this e-mail and instead apply through the online application process of this posting. Important notice to Employment businesses/ Agencies GSK does not accept referrals from employment businesses and/or employment agencies in respect of the vacancies posted on this site. All employment businesses/agencies are required to contact GSK's commercial and general procurement/human resources department to obtain prior written authorization before referring any candidates to GSK. The obtaining of prior written authorization is a condition precedent to any agreement (verbal or written) between the employment business/ agency and GSK. In the absence of such written authorization being obtained any actions undertaken by the employment business/agency shall be deemed to have been performed without the consent or contractual agreement of GSK. GSK shall therefore not be liable for any fees arising from such actions or any fees arising from any referrals by employment businesses/agencies in respect of the vacancies posted on this site.
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