At Argenta, we're more than a company — we're a global team, dedicated to healthier animals. We believe that when their lives are made better, we're all the better for it.
Founded in 2006, we support companies big and small to develop and manufacture health products for pets and livestock. Our trusted, innovative solutions and services cover every stage of the process, from molecule to market.
We're in a unique position. We are the world's only combined contract research and contract development and manufacturing organization (CRO/CDMO) dedicated to animal health.
Our Uniqueness Means
- We are ambitious, growing and building a One Argenta culture, guided by our values.
- We are team players;
- We are doers;
- We are customer-centric;
- We are innovators.
We value diversity, as a global company, we get the richness of working with different people in different places whether it be location, stages of their career, their development, their role. We believe that when everyone works together and puts their best paw forward we will make the lives of the animals we care for, better.
About The Role
Argenta is seeking a Study Director to join our Americas CRO leadership team. This role will work cross functionally among Americas CRO individual business units ensuring deliverables across the lifecycle of a study from pre-clinical, clinical and beyond.
Working closely with business unit leadership teams, you will help ensure resources are allocated appropriately and deliverables are met with high performance and quality in mind.
This is an exciting opportunity for a strategic leader who thrives in a high paced, cross functional team dedicated to improving the lives of all animals.
Key Responsibilities
- Effectively manage client and stakeholder expectations throughout lifecycle of studies
- Develop and execute strategy for growing the business, expand client base, form key alliances and advise on performance or quality missteps that impact the lifecycle of study protocols.
- Provide leadership and guidance necessary to successfully deliver the Argenta standard to clients and key stakeholders
- Provide oversight and direction to multiple project teams, fostering team support as well as individual development
- Obtain a clear understanding of all aspects of the study and defines the roles of all Americas CRO staff, the Sponsor and any outside vendors if necessary
- Coordinate and assign tasks to personnel and ensure projects are compliant with Good Clinical Practice Guidelines to deliver high quality data to clients and study sponsors.
About You
- Bachelor's degree in a scientific discipline. Advanced degree preferred
- 10+ years experience in animal health product development, or veterinary clinical study project management.
- Proven experience managing large teams or multiple business divisons
- Thorough knowledge of practical experience in GCP and GLP protocols, Final Study Reports and Study Master Files
- Collaborative working style and the ability to lead and motivate people at all levels and across multiple functions within the organization
- Proven affinity with Animal Health
Why Join Argenta
At Argenta, we are building a culture of ownership where our people play a direct role in shaping the future of the organisation. You will work alongside passionate experts across science, manufacturing and commercial functions to deliver life-changing outcomes for animals worldwide.
We offer the opportunity to work within a growing, global business where your leadership and expertise will have a meaningful impact on performance, transformation, and long-term success.
We are One Argenta - working together across teams, disciplines and geographies to create meaningful impact.
