Head of US Clinical - Americas CRO

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 Head of US Clinical to join our Americas CRO leadership team. This is an onsite role within our Americas CRO headquarters located at our Shawnee, KS facility. 

Key Responsibilities

Leads the execution of the Clinical strategy and business plan

Builds and maintains a high-performance culture through championing effective performance, processes, communication, and coaching and development of staff

Provides timely, relevant, and accurate reporting to the Executive team and board

Effectively manages client and other stakeholder expectations through relevant communication

Maintains key industry contacts as a forum for promoting clinical services

Develops and executes strategies for growing the business, including proposals to attract and retain clients, expand the client base, form key alliances, and advise on additional services to support growth

Provides the leadership and guidance necessary to successfully develop and manage direct reports and provide meaningful feedback to Leadership and Management Teams

Provides oversight and direction to multiple project teams, fostering team support as well as individual development

Provides expert advice on animal health product development to clients and US Clinical staff using knowledge of federal regulations and guidelines

Reviews the Sponsor contract, protocol/forms, Sponsor study-specific procedures for the study and other documentation required

Obtains a clear understanding of all aspects of the study and defines the roles of Clinical R&D, the Sponsor, and study personnel

Coordinate and assign tasks to clinical personnel and ensure projects are compliant with Good Clinical Practice Guidelines (if applicable) to deliver high quality data to the study Sponsor.

About You

Bachelor’s degree in a scientific discipline. Advanced degree preferred

10+ years experience in clinical trial team management 

Proven experience managing large teams including remote employees

Contract Research Organization experience preferred

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

Affinity with Animal Health preferred

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.