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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Remote Visit Startup Lead - **Company:** IQVIA - **Location:** Reading, UK - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft PowerPoint - **Published:** July 31, 2026 - **Apply:** https://dejobs.org/x/x/40E8FE1188D5438F87775B7C8B17DDE6/job/ ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences or a related field. * 5+ years of relevant experience within clinical research, including experience leading projects, programs, or complex initiatives. * Strong understanding of clinical trial operations and applicable regulatory requirements, including ICH-GCP and local regulations. Preferred Skills & Experience * Knowledge of hybrid, decentralized, or patient-centric clinical trial models. Strong understanding of protocol requirements and their operational implications. * Experience leading clinical trial startup activities. * Ability to develop practical solutions to complex operational challenges. * Experience supporting proposal development, strategic planning, or client-facing activities. * Understanding of project financials, budgeting, and resource planning. Key Success Factors * Excellent communication and presentation skills with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels. * Strong leadership and influencing skills with the ability to drive results through collaboration. * Exceptional organizational, planning, and prioritization abilities. * Proven problem-solving mindset and ability to navigate ambiguity. * High attention to detail and commitment to quality. * Learning agility and a passion for continuous improvement and innovation. * Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. * Ability to collaborate effectively across global teams and diverse cultural environments. ## Description At IQVIA, we're transforming clinical research through innovative hybrid and decentralized trial models that bring studies closer to patients. As a Startup Lead, Remote Research Clinicians (RRC), you will play a critical role in shaping and launching these innovative solutions across a portfolio of clinical studies. In this role, you will lead startup strategy and execution for Remote Research Clinician services, partnering with sponsors and cross-functional teams to ensure studies are designed for operational success from the outset. You'll help translate complex study requirements into scalable, patient-centric solutions while driving quality, compliance, and efficiency throughout the startup lifecycle., * Lead startup strategy and execution for Remote Research Clinician services across multiple clinical studies and sponsors. * Partner with sponsors and internal stakeholders to design and implement hybrid and decentralized visit models that support patient-centered research. * Serve as a trusted advisor and key point of contact for startup-related activities, ensuring alignment across project teams and operational functions. * Develop study startup plans, timelines, resource forecasts, and risk mitigation strategies to support successful study delivery. * Drive operational readiness by overseeing process implementation, documentation, training, and study launch activities. * Support business development activities by contributing operational expertise to proposals and strategic solution design. * Monitor startup progress, identify potential challenges, and proactively implement solutions to keep studies on track. * Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive consistency, quality, innovation, and continuous improvement across the startup portfolio. * Contribute to the evolution of remote and decentralized clinical trial delivery by sharing best practices and identifying new opportunities for innovation. ## Related Videos - [ZEISS & Microsoft - Building the Next Generation Medical Ecosystem in the Cloud](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/424-zeiss-microsoft-building-the-next-generation-medical-ecosystem-in-the-cloud) - [In-depth .NET Azure Functions: Isolated mode, performance and durable AI agents](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100207-in-depth-net-azure-functions-isolated-mode-performance-and-durable-ai-agents) - [Developing the Rich Text Editor for DeepL.com](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1172-developing-the-rich-text-editor-for-deepl-com) - [Values-Based Hiring: Seeing People Beyond Their Skills](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1795-values-based-hiring-seeing-people-beyond-their-skills) - [From Syntax to Singularity: AI’s Impact on Developer Roles](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/900-from-syntax-to-singularity-ai-s-impact-on-developer-roles) - [Designing How Work Feels: The Science Behind Sanofi’s Workplace Experience](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1848-designing-how-work-feels-the-science-behind-sanofi-s-workplace-experience) ## Related Articles - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [Tips on mastering remote job interviews](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/23-tips-on-mastering-remote-job-interviews) - [The Biggest German Tech Companies](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/424-the-biggest-german-tech-companies) - [UK Business Culture and Etiquette](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/326-uk-business-culture-and-etiquette) - [Best Job Boards for Remote Work for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/290-best-job-boards-for-remote-work-for-developers) - [Best Companies to work for in London: Top 25 Companies in 2023](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/187-best-companies-to-work-for-in-london-top-25-companies-in-2023)