Operational Excellence Manager

We’re Hiring: Operational Excellence Manager – Biometrics & Data SciencesMilan| Hybrid | Full-timeR&D – Biometrics & Data SciencesAre you passionate about operational excellence in clinical development? Do you thrive at the intersection of strategy, biometrics, and performance optimization?We’re looking for an Operational Excellence Manager to play a pivotal role within our Biometrics & Data Sciences (BDS) function — driving operational rigor, financial oversight, quality standards, and continuous improvement across Phase I–IV clinical trials and Medical Affairs evidence generation programs.This opportunity would suit a biostatistician, who is currently working as an OpEx in biometrics, or is looking to move into a more operational role.Your ImpactReporting to the Biometrics & Data Sciences Director, you will:Lead operational planning and oversight of biometrics activities (statistics, programming, data management, data science)Drive realistic resource planning, timelines, and risk mitigation across studiesAct as the operational interface with external CROs, ensuring quality, compliance, and performanceOversee biometrics budgets, cost proposals, and financial tracking in collaboration with Finance & ProcurementChampion process harmonization, SOP optimization, and inspection readinessEmbed a culture of continuous improvement and quality-by-designSupport governance, KPIs, dashboards, and strategic portfolio prioritizationThis is a highly strategic and cross-functional role, partnering closely with Clinical Operations, Regulatory, QA, IT, and Medical Affairs.What We’re Looking For -

5–8+ years of experience in biometrics, clinical research, or R&D within pharma/biotechExperience within a Biometrics environment (biostatistics, statistical programming, data management, not just general clinical ops -

Strong knowledge of clinical development (Phase I–IV) and GCP requirements -

Proven CRO oversight and budget management experience -

Background in Statistics, Data Science, Mathematics, Computer Science, or related field -

Operational mindset with strong analytical, organizational, and influencing skills -

A proactive, improvement-driven leader who thrives in complex environmentsEducationUniversity degree in a scientific/ project management field is required.Preferred degrees: Biometrics, Statistics, Statistical Programming, Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, or related quantitative discipline.Why Join Us? -

A strategic position at the heart of R&D biometrics operations -

Real opportunity to shape processes, standards, and departmental culture -

Exposure to global drug development programs -

A collaborative, innovation-focused environmentIf you’re ready to drive operational excellence in biometrics and make a tangible impact across the development lifecycle, please get in touch: aimee@warmanobrien.com#Hiring #OperationalExcellence #Biometrics #ClinicalResearch #PharmaCareers #DataScience #R&D