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Phase 1 & Early Phase Clinical Trials Director - Auckland

Head Medical
Permanent New Zealand, New Zealand Other Management Occupations
Posted:
June 08, 2026
Location:
New Zealand, New Zealand, New Zealand

Job Description

Head Medical is partnering with a leading private clinical research organisation in New Zealand to recruit a senior operational leader for a dedicated Phase 1 clinical trials unit in Auckland.

This is a rare opportunity to step into a strategic leadership position within a fast-growing early phase clinical research environment, overseeing operational delivery, sponsor engagement, quality performance and future growth across a high-performing Phase 1 service.

  • Senior leadership role within a specialist Phase 1 / First-in-Human clinical trials unit
  • Auckland location – coastal lifestyle, excellent schools and strong international connectivity
  • Leadership across operations, quality, sponsor relationships and commercial performance
  • Attractive executive-level salary NZD $180,000–$215,000 commensurate with experience & Relocation support

    • The Role

    This position sits within a well-established clinical research organisation delive...

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    Job Overview

    Job Type: Permanent
    Location: New Zealand, New Zealand
    Posted: June 08, 2026
    Deadline: July 18, 2026