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Clinical Trial Lead

Alcon
flex time
Aug 05, 2025

At Alcon, we are driven by the meaningful work we do to help people see brilliantly. We innovate boldly, champion progress, and act with speed as the global leader in eye care. Here, you'll be recognized for your commitment and contributions and see your career like never before. Together, we go above and beyond to make an impact in the lives of our patients and customers.

We foster an inclusive culture and are looking for diverse, talented people to join Alcon. As a Clinical Trial Lead, you will be trusted to lead the clinical trial team, who is responsible for planning, conducting and reporting clinical trials. This role will be remote or in Johns Creek, GA or Fort Worth, Texas and a typical day would include:

  • Lead and matrix manage the global multidisciplinary Clinical Trial Team (CTT) who is responsible for planning, conducting and reporting on all clinical trials within CRD. Each Clinical Trial Lead, leads 2 to 3 clinical trial teams for studies of low to medium complexity in support of one or more projects.

  • Contribute feasibility input for the development of the protocol synopsis. Collaborate with the Medical Advisors to ensure country feedback is adequately integrated into the protocol.

  • Independently ensure quality and timely execution of a clinical trial within timeline and budget.

  • Accountable for the development, management and tracking of trial budget.

  • Accountable for accuracy of trial information in all trial databases and tracking systems.

  • Write scientifically rigorous protocols aligned with the approved protocol synopsis.

  • Lead CTT to select countries and sites.

  • Ensure investigational product supply.

  • Ensure Health Authority and IRB/IEC submission and approval.

  • Ensure all auxiliary documents, including manual of procedures, informed consent template, investigator brochure, statistical analysis plan, data validation plan, etc. are written in high quality and available.

  • Define clinical outsourcing specifications and scope of work for clinical trial vendors. Oversee conduct of tasks.

WHAT YOU'LL BRING To ALCON:

  • Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent years of directly related experience (or high school +13 yrs; Assoc.+9 yrs; M.S.+2 yrs; PhD+0 yrs).

  • The ability to fluently read, write, understand and communicate in English.

  • 5 Years of Relevant Experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in life science; Medical, pharmaceutical, biology, chemistry degree preferred.

  • 5 years in clinical research or relevant scientific, industry, therapeutic or geographic experience.

  • Relevant industry experience includes experience in planning and execution of clinical studies in various phases and geographies.

  • Solid understanding of the integrated development process of medical devices and/or pharmaceuticals.

How You Can Thrive at Alcon:

  • Join Alcon's mission to provide outstanding, innovative products and solutions to improve sight, improve lives, and grow your career!

  • Alcon provides robust benefits package including health, life, retirement, flexible time off, and much more!

  • Travel Requirements: Up to 10%

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ALCON IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AND PARTICIPATES IN E-VERIFY

Alcon takes pride in maintaining an inclusive environment that values different perspectives and our policies are non-discriminatory in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. Alcon is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please send an email to alcon.recruitment@alcon.comand let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

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