Chief Executive Officer

Our client, a leading Clinical Research Organization (CRO), provides a comprehensive range of clinical research services to pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies, government agencies, and academic investigators worldwide.

With a strong presence in Canada, the United States, and Europe, our client offers a multidisciplinary team of experienced clinicians, biostatisticians, clinical epidemiologists, information systems specialists, project managers, data managers, and clinical monitors.

The Chief Executive Officer will be responsible for driving the organization's global expansion, providing visionary leadership and strategic direction to ensure continued growth and success.

1. Provide strategic direction and guidance in partnerships, business development, market growth, global organizational promotion, and new medical research themes.
2. Develop, implement, and manage divisional short and long-term goals that align with the organization's strategic direction.
3. Oversee the organization's financial and operational stability and growth, utilizing industry and risk management best practices.
4. Promote professional behaviors and support the utilization of internal/external resources to ensure organizational goals are met.
5. Support business development by identifying new global opportunities and partnerships.
6. Act as primary liaison with the Board of Directors, providing regular reports on the organization's overall health and progress.
7. Work with the board and senior management to implement and execute the strategic direction.
8. Ensure the organization has the necessary human resources and operational capabilities to scale.
9. Provide ongoing direction and performance management to the executive team.
10. Remain abreast of industry trends to consider alliance, acquisition, and investment opportunities.
11. Lead the expansion of the company into new markets.

Specific measures of performance will be discussed and agreed upon with the successful candidate.

The following competencies define the role of CEO:

1. Imagines future possibilities and communicates a compelling vision.
2. Develops a strategic plan to realize the vision and revises it as necessary.
3. Aware of competitors and anticipates industry changes.
4. Develops realistic plans that include checkpoints and milestones.
5. Expresses ideas clearly and responds appropriately to communications.
6. Fosters collaboration among team members.

The following indicates specific industry, academic, and functional experience/qualifications important for success:

Minimum of 10 years related industry experience, with at least five years as a senior executive in a CRO, pharmaceutical, or biotechnology company.

A management style that leverages team strengths while motivating them to achieve results.

Proven track record of executing on objectives.

Strategically minded executive with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Strong sales and marketing orientation with a track record of accelerating global growth.

Preference for candidates with success in scaling founder-led organizations.

Post-graduate degree and professional designation with a strong medical and/or scientific understanding.

Competitive salary and bonus structure commensurate with experience.