This role is for one of Weekday’s clients
Min Experience: 8+ years
Location: Hyderabad
JobType: full-time
Department: Imaging Operations
Reports To: Imaging Operations Management
Employment Type: Full-Time, Exempt
Location: Asia
Role Overview
We are seeking an experienced Director of Imaging Operations – Asia to lead and manage the Imaging Operations (iOPs) department, with a primary focus on the Clinical Trials Imaging Specialists (CTIS) team across Asia and other regions as required. The role will be responsible for leading, mentoring, and developing a high-performing team of radiology technologists while ensuring operational excellence, regulatory compliance, and adherence to quality management standards.
The ideal candidate will bring extensive experience in clinical research operations and the imaging Contract Research Organization (CRO) industry, along with strong expertise in CT, MRI, and/or PET imaging. This individual will drive departmental strategy, optimize imaging systems and workflows, strengthen team capabilities, and support the successful delivery of clinical imaging services throughout the clinical trial lifecycle.
Requirements
Key Responsibilities
Contribute to the strategic direction of the Imaging Operations and CTIS departments, including defining annual goals, objectives, and growth initiatives.
Lead, mentor, and develop the CTIS team, fostering a collaborative, accountable, and high-performance work environment.
Drive the enhancement and optimization of imaging systems, including Medidata, PACS, OsiriX, and Clindex, while exploring opportunities to integrate AI into operational workflows in collaboration with AI leadership.
Review and improve departmental processes, procedures, training programs, support structures, and performance standards to strengthen efficiency and compliance.
Oversee imaging operations across the complete clinical trial lifecycle, from work orders and study startup through study conduct and closure.
Develop and maintain robust operational procedures, including study-specific processes, training protocols, and verification mechanisms.
Establish effective day-to-day oversight, ensuring consistent adherence to procedures, timely issue escalation, and appropriate support for team members.
Periodically assess the suitability of operational procedures and monitor staff compliance with established standards.
Identify staffing and supervisory requirements, support recruitment, and provide coaching, mentoring, and professional development opportunities.
Optimize departmental structure and workplace practices to attract, retain, and develop qualified professionals.
Coordinate with internal departments and project teams to ensure effective resource allocation, priority planning, project execution, and communication.
Manage departmental compliance with applicable regulations, accreditation requirements, and regulatory agency guidance.
Collaborate with Project Managers and Project Coordinators to support cross-functional deliverables and operational requirements.
Work with Finance and executive management to forecast and track work order revenue and expenses, maximize revenue, and manage operational costs.
Represent Imaging Operations in client meetings, presentations, audits, and inspections as required.
Ensure accurate and timely study status reporting to clients and management.
Perform additional responsibilities as required to support departmental and organizational objectives.
Education and Experience
Master's degree or equivalent qualification, preferably in Business Administration, Healthcare Management, Life Sciences, or a related field.
Certification or qualification as a Radiology Technologist.
Demonstrated expertise in CT imaging, with experience in MRI and/or PET imaging.
Minimum of 8 years of experience in clinical research operations, including leadership responsibilities.
Minimum of 6 years of experience in the imaging CRO industry.
Must-Have Skills
Radiology Technology
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