Director, Clinical Research (Lingo)

About Lingo

The biowearables segment at Lingo is a key part of Abbott's future, aiming to generate over $1 billion in revenue within the next five years. Lingo focuses on developing innovative biowearables that monitor glucose levels and other metabolic biomarkers, offering personalized insights to improve metabolic well-being.

THE OPPORTUNITY

We are seeking an experienced Director of Clinical Research to lead our clinical research programs. This role involves strategic planning, execution, and oversight of clinical research activities, including internal studies, investigator-initiated studies, real-world evidence, and studies with external partners.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Direct the design, planning, development, monitoring, and execution of all clinical research activities within the Lingo Division.
• Manage a clinical study team that may include Clinical Research Associates, Senior Clinical Research Associates, and Clinical Study Assistants.
• Provide guidance, team building, and professional development for direct reports.
• Evaluate and interpret clinical research data to ensure timely, accurate analysis and interpretation.
• Contribute to the development of strategic goals and the preparation of clinically and scientifically sound publications, manuscripts, abstracts, and presentations.
• Demonstrate strong leadership and coaching skills to build effective relationships within the team and across the Division.
• Manage the development of clinical trial protocols, final reports, clinical brochures, and the negotiation and execution of clinical site agreements.
• Prepare Clinical Project Charters outlining timelines, budgets, and personnel requirements, ensuring projects operate within approved scope and budget.
• Align functional goals with the Division’s long-term business needs and strategic objectives.
• Maintain, promote, and model social, ethical, and organizational norms and ensure adherence to compliance standards and ethical principles.
• Collaborate with internal (e.g., Product, Marketing, Medical Affairs, Regulatory, Quality, and Legal) and external (e.g., Principal Investigators, Key Opinion Leaders) partners to execute strategic initiatives.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in a related scientific or medical field required.
• Master’s degree, PhD, MD, or DO strongly preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years of related clinical research experience.
• Demonstrated experience designing and conducting randomized controlled trials.
• Strong understanding of the scientific method and its application to well-controlled clinical evaluations.
• Proven leadership experience managing and developing clinical research teams.

SKILLS & COMPETENCIES

• Deep knowledge and expertise in clinical research design and execution.
• Content expertise in the metabolic health space.
• Strong project management, budgeting, and organizational skills.
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with cross-functional stakeholders and external regulatory agencies.
• Strong collaborative skills and experience working in matrixed organizations.
• Strategic thinker with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.