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Make your mark for patients We are looking for a Clinical Outsourcing Lead who is collaborative, commercially minded, and quality focused to join our Strategic Clinical Partnering team in Global ...

Make your mark for patients We are looking for a Clinical Outsourcing Lead who is collaborative, commercially minded, and quality focused to join our Strategic Clinical Partnering team in Global ...

Outsourcing Lead

La Jolla, CA · On-site

$92K - $123K/yr

Ensure the protection of clinical outsourcing business interests Accountable to minimize business risk, and maximize research dollars in each contract Provide expert contracts and outsourcing ...

... with Clinical Outsourcing & Finance, and Project Management. • Establish and monitor program performance metrics, leveraging data and insights to continuously improve execution and inform ...

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What is a Clinical Outsourcing job?

A Clinical Outsourcing job involves managing external vendors and service providers to support clinical trials and drug development. Professionals in this role negotiate contracts, oversee budgets, ensure compliance with regulations, and maintain relationships with contract research organizations (CROs) and other third-party vendors. They help optimize resources, streamline trial operations, and ensure high-quality deliverables within timelines. Effective clinical outsourcing can improve efficiency and reduce costs for pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Clinical Outsourcing position, and why are they important?

To excel in Clinical Outsourcing, professionals typically require a background in clinical research, project management, and vendor relationship management, often supported by a relevant degree in life sciences or healthcare. Familiarity with clinical trial management systems (CTMS), eTMF platforms, and certifications such as GCP (Good Clinical Practice) are highly valued. Strong negotiation, communication, and problem-solving skills differentiate top performers in this role. These competencies are crucial for efficiently managing external partners, ensuring regulatory compliance, and delivering clinical projects on time and within budget.

What are the typical challenges faced in a Clinical Outsourcing role?

A common challenge in Clinical Outsourcing involves managing complex relationships with multiple vendors while ensuring that deliverables meet strict quality and regulatory standards. Professionals in this field must balance tight timelines, changing project scopes, and diverse stakeholder expectations, often coordinating across global teams. Successfully navigating these challenges requires adaptability, clear communication, and strong organizational skills. However, overcoming these obstacles can lead to valuable experience in cross-functional project management and open doors to higher-level positions within clinical operations or vendor management.

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Infographic showing various Clinical Outsourcing job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 73% Full Time, 17% Part Time, and 8% Contract. Highlights an 95% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution.
Clinical Outsourcing Lead, Raleigh, NC

Clinical Outsourcing Lead, Raleigh, NC

UCB

Raleigh, NC • On-site

Full-time

Posted 12 days ago


Job description

Make your mark for patients
We are looking for a Clinical Outsourcing Lead who is collaborative, commercially minded, and quality focused to join our Strategic Clinical Partnering team in Global Clinical Sciences and Operations, based in our Raleigh (US) office.
About the role
You will help shape how UCB works with external partners for clinical studies and development services. You will guide vendor selection, lead contract discussions, support budget planning, and help teams keep outsourced activities on track. You will bring clear thinking, strong partnership skills, and a practical focus on quality, value, compliance, and timelines.
Who you will work with
You will work with Clinical Outsourcing Managers, study teams, Strategic Clinical Partnering colleagues, finance, legal, procurement, quality, and external vendors. You will also connect with teams across Patient Evidence, Patient Solutions, Patient Impact, and wider development groups to support strong vendor partnerships and smooth study delivery.
What you will do
  • You will lead outsourcing activities for assigned clinical studies, programs, and development services.
  • You will manage RFI and RFP steps, vendor selection, study awards, work orders, service agreements, amendments, and confidentiality agreements.
  • You will lead vendor contract discussions to support quality, timelines, value, and clear accountability.
  • You will support budget forecasts, cost estimates, financial reviews, and annual financial planning with study and finance teams.
  • You will track vendor performance, spot risks early, and share clear updates with internal stakeholders.
  • You will coach and support Clinical Outsourcing Managers or Strategic Clinical Partnering colleagues on complex work.

Interested? For this role, we are looking for the following education, experience, and skills:
  • You have a bachelor's degree in science, finance, legal, business, or a related field; a master's degree is a plus.
  • You bring strong experience in pharma, biotech, CRO, clinical outsourcing, vendor management, or clinical development.
  • You have managed vendor negotiations, contracts, budgets, forecasts, and financial assessments with good results.
  • You understand clinical development, ICH/GCP, vendor qualification, and outsourced clinical study delivery.
  • You communicate clearly in English and can guide discussions, manage conflicts, and build agreement across global teams.
  • You are organised, adaptable, and able to manage several priorities while keeping quality, compliance, and timelines in focus.

Internal applicants should be in their current job for at least 12 months, must meet performance standards and are not on formal corrective/disciplinary process (PIP), warning, final warning, or compliance warning letters within the last 12 months. Please inform your Manager or your Talent Partner before applying to any internal job opportunities.
Unless explicitly stated in the description, this role is hybrid with 40% of your time spent in the office, regardless of your current contractual agreement. If your current working arrangements differ, please contact your Talent Partner to discuss before submitting your application.
UCB is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions will be made without regard to any characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. UCB invites you to voluntarily self-identify during the application process. Provision of self-identification information is entirely voluntary and a decision to provide or not provide such information will not have any effect on your application for employment, your employment with UCB, or otherwise subject you to any adverse treatment. Any information you provide will be considered confidential and will be kept separate from your application and/or personnel file and will only be used in accordance with applicable laws, orders, and regulations.
Should you require any adjustments to our process to assist you in demonstrating your strengths and capabilities contact us on US-Reasonable_Accommodation@ucb.com for application to US based roles. Please note should your enquiry not relate to adjustments; we will not be able to support you through this channel.
Requisition ID: 93662
Recruiter: Kevin Ross
Hiring Manager: Marina Friese
Talent Partner: Cathy Vandenbril
Job Level: MM I
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