Clinical Operations Manager, Global Medical Affairs
Date: 29 Jan 2026
Department: AIR Franchise
Business Area: Mktg, Market Access, Bus. Excellence & Med. Affair
Job Type: Direct Employee
Contract Type: Permanent
Location: Parma or Affiliates in Europe, IT
About us
Chiesi is an international research‑focused biopharmaceutical group with 90 years’ experience, operating in more than 30 countries, with its Headquarters in Parma, Italy. More than 8,000 employees across the group are united by a singular purpose: promoting a healthier world for our people, patients, and the planet. This is what drives us as we research, develop, and market innovative drugs across our main therapeutic areas.
At Chiesi we are thinking generations ahead, driving sustainable innovation with purpose. This fosters a culture of reliability, transparency, and ethical behaviour at every level. As a Benefit Corporation and a certified B Corp, we have embedded sustainability in our bylaws and continuously measure our impact.
Diversity and inclusion are at the heart of who we are. We believe our differences make us stronger. We are a vibrant ecosystem of passionate, talented individuals united by strong values, each bringing unique perspectives that help us to continuously challenge the status quo for the better.
Air and Care Franchise
Within the three Business Units Chiesi is responsible for the development and implementation of the Therapeutic Area Strategies. Each Franchise is organized by stage of development with fully empowered and enhanced teams of a Pipeline Development Team—focused on delivering innovation and program leadership—and a Commercial Portfolio Management Team—focused on maximizing patient benefit and the full potential of marketed/close‑to‑launch assets, including Life Cycle Management strategies.
Air and Care Franchises are also supported by the Medical Affairs, Value & Access, and Business Excellence & Customer Experience Global functions.
Medical Affairs, Value & Access, and Business Excellence & Customer Experience Global functions
Within these departments you will actively support the Air and Care Franchises businesses. These units are responsible for the development and implementation of the Therapeutic Area Strategies. Each Franchise is organized by stage of development with fully empowered and enhanced teams of Pipeline Development and Commercial Portfolio Management.
Whowe are looking for This is what you will do
Within the Global Medical Affairs and reporting to the Vice‑President, GMA Top 5 Strategic Partner, Evidence Generation & Chief Scientific Officer, the Clinical Operations Manager leads the operational activities and oversees execution of GMA‑generated data as part of the Evidence Generation Plans, with a focus on respiratory products.
You will be responsible for
* Leading and overseeing the GMA execution of customer insight‑driven studies (all areas) in support of patient‑centric efforts.
* Collaborating closely with the GMA therapeutic areas and patient‑centered outcomes teams, leading the execution of the studies defined in the Evidence Generation Plans and providing operational expertise and input for assigned programs.
* Challenging the study team to ensure operational feasibility, inclusive of patient, site burden and budget.
* Providing guidance and acting as the GMA reference point for providers/CROs, in close cooperation with GMA therapeutic areas.
* Managing and overseeing the contracting stage and working with Chiesi Global Legal Department throughout the planning and contract execution phase.
* Overseeing study budget planning and management, validating and monitoring timelines.
* Working with GMA therapeutic areas in liaison with Chiesi Global Clinical Development/Clin Ops to oversee programs that are led by GMA but operationally executed by GCD Global Clinical Development, including alignment during strategic checkpoints and supervision of budget and timelines.
* Coordinating GMA operational activities for Chiesi‑sponsored multi‑country studies involving the affiliates, directly liaising with local operations, and assuring application of company’s high‑quality standards.
* Supporting GMA therapeutic areas in the involvement of local medical affairs in study evaluation, identification of clinical sites and field‑based (MSLs) contribution to phase 3 and 4 clinical trials.
* Leading initiatives to progress modern and pragmatic data generation programs, leveraging patient insights and digital methodologies, e.g., decentralized, AI‑based/machine‑learning approaches.
* Scouting new sources of data for evidence generation from different settings, going beyond the traditional clinical trials (e.g., public information, medical enquiries, insurance data, social media platforms, market research).
You will need to have
* Bachelor’s Degree (Life Sciences).
* At least 4 years of pharma industry experience.
* Experience in managing Clinical Trials, including interventional and non‑interventional studies; coordination and tracking methodologies for data generation, including using databases; knowledge of global regulatory and compliance requirements for clinical research, e.g., US CFR, EU CTD, and ICH GCP.
* Knowledge of budget, contract negotiations and project management.
* Self‑directed, motivated and results‑driven with ability to manage multiple priorities and projects. Customer and quality focused with high sense of accountability and urgency to prioritize deliverables. Able to proactively identify issues and risks, analyze root cause, propose solutions, and elevate to management.
* Detail oriented and highly organized with excellent planning and time‑management skills.
* Collaborative with internal and external stakeholders to ensure all expectations are clearly defined and achieved.
* Enthusiastic, energetic, with a positive, flexible, and approachable attitude, professional and team‑oriented.
Location
The role can be based in one of Chiesi affiliates in Europe with availability for international travel.
What we offer
No matter where your path starts at Chiesi, it leads to inspiring possibilities. Your future is our focus, and we are committed to nurturing your development in our dynamic, friendly environment with access to resources and training every step of the way.
We provide top‑class benefits, including comprehensive healthcare programs, work‑life balance initiatives, and robust relocation support. Our salary package is competitive, comprising a basic salary, performance bonuses, and benefits benchmarked against the external market. Additionally, we offer flexible working arrangements, remote work options, and tax assistance services for foreign colleagues, all designed to help you thrive.
Chiesi is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce at all levels of our business. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment based on attitude and merit, without regard to race, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, military status, gender identity or expression, or any other basis protected by applicable laws. This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including hiring, transfer, promotion, compensation, eligibility for benefits, and termination.
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