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Job Title: Chief Operating Officer Job Description

We are seeking an experienced and strategic Chief Operating Officer to translate strategic objectives into actionable operational services. This role involves overseeing client projects, ensuring quality and compliance, and driving operational efficiencies. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in business management, clinical research, and regulatory affairs, with a commitment to enhancing service delivery through innovation and collaboration.

Responsibilities

+ Translate strategic objectives into actionable operational CRQE services.

+ Oversee and execute client projects ensuring adherence to bids, protocols, timelines, and budgets.

+ Design, implement, and continuously improve operational processes to ensure efficiency, quality, and cost-effectiveness.

+ Manage budgets, resources, and staffing levels to support operational goals and strategic initiatives.

+ Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including clients, partners, and internal teams.

+ Act as a strategic partner and integrated extension of client teams, working collaboratively to meet project goals and uphold client values.

+ Ensure all client project operations adhere to relevant regulations and standards, including but not limited to Good Regulatory, Clinical, and Manufacturing Practices.

+ Communicate operational strategies, progress, and risks to staff, executives, and external cross-functional teams while fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.

+ Streamline operations through continuous Quality Management System improvements.

+ Enhance CRQE processes and services, ensuring compliance and identifying, assessing, and mitigating operational risks.

+ Support teams in developing root cause analyses, CAPAs, and effectiveness checks.

+ Lead marketing and sales activities to drive business growth, including overseeing updates to digital platforms and attending trade shows.

+ Leverage technology to enhance operational efficiency, implement digital transformation initiatives, and improve service delivery.

+ Establish clear key performance indicators (KPIs), set performance expectations, and conduct performance reviews.

Essential Skills

+ Strong background in business management, clinical research, and regulatory affairs.

+ Minimum 15 years progressive experience in the life sciences industry.

+ Minimum 5 years in a senior operational or leadership role.

+ Advanced degree in a relevant field such as life sciences, engineering, medicine, business administration, or a related scientific discipline.

+ Deep understanding of regulatory and compliance frameworks relevant to biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, medical devices, foods, supplements, and natural products.

+ Strong financial management skills, including budgeting, financial planning, and resource allocation.

+ Ability to build and manage high-performing teams, recruit critical personnel, and implement talent retention strategies.

+ Familiarity with operational workflows, process improvements, and new system implementation processes.

+ Experience designing or delivering CRQE training and managing research infrastructure.

+ Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

+ Experience with venture capital, fundraising, and business development processes.

+ Demonstrated success in CRQE affairs within consulting or contract research organizations.

+ Strong leadership and team-building abilities to unify multidisciplinary teams and foster a collaborative culture.

+ Strong problem-solving abilities and capacity to drive cultural change and continuous improvement.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ Additional certifications in CRQE fields.

+ Strategic mindset with the ability to align scientific innovation with commercial objectives.

+ Entrepreneurial spirit, adaptable, and committed to upholding values and standards.

+ Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, evolving environment and manage multiple priorities simultaneously.

Work Environment

This is a 100% remote role with a need to travel 5-10%. The position is fractional, requiring someone who can assist in building structures.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Minneapolis, Minnesota.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $150.00 - $200.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully remote position.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 23, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.