Job title: Associate Director Clinical Operations
Company: Covance/Chiltern
Highest level of education: Master of Science Medical Biology

Introduction
I work for Covance / Chiltern, a global Contract Research Organisation. I am an Associate Director Clinical Operations, and have been for six years. I have had several Clinical Research roles within pharmaceutical companies and Clinical Research Organisations over the past 17 years. My main responsibility is to manage and lead the Clinical Monitoring department. What I enjoy is working with highly motivated and skilled people.
If you are interested in starting a career in clinical research it is important that you have good communication and management skills.


How did you encounter this position?
I was asked for this role based on my previous experience in different roles within Clinical Research at Pharmaceutical companies and CRO’s.

Can you tell a little bit about the application process you went through?
One informal meeting with the local country manager and one job interview with the global head of the company.

What was challenging for you when you started in this position?
The overall responsibility and the business development.

Do you have any tips for career seekers in your field?
The overall responsibility and the business development.