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Overview Senior Site Activation Manager (SAM) Sponsor-Dedicated/ Remote - US BasedSyneos Health is a leading fully-integrated life sciences services organization built to accelerate customer success. We partner with innovators at every point across the drug development and commercialization continuum, helping them navigate complexity, anticipate change and accelerate progress. Our Clinical Solutions team members act with a drug development mindset, applying their years of experience and deep expertise to truly understand customer needs and represent those in the solutions we shape. Whether you join us in a Functional Service Provider partnership or a Full-Service environment, you'll collaborate with passionate problem solvers, innovating as a team to help our customers achieve their goals. We are agile and driven to deliver - for one another, our customers, and, most importantly, for those in need.Why Syneos Health We are passionate about developing our people, through career development and progression; supportive and engaged line management; technical and therapeutic area training; peer recognition and total rewards program.We are committed to building an inclusive culture - where you can authentically be yourself. Central to this is our purpose - Driven to Deliver - which captures the passion of our colleagues to show up each day and shape solutions that have the ability to dramatically impact someone's life.We are continuously building the company we all want to work for and our customers want to work with. Why? Because we know that when we bring together smart colleagues from across the world, we can shape the future of healthcare, driving impact for customers and defining the pace of patient progress.Job Responsibilities Senior Site Activation Manager (SAM) Sponsor-Dedicated/ Remote - US BasedThis is a high-visibility opportunity for outstanding Site Activation Managers ready to step into a more strategic, sponsor-facing role within an FSP model. You'll lead global site activation efforts while helping shape processes in a fast-evolving environment.What You'll Own End-to-End SSU Leadership Drive global site start-up strategy and execution from site identification through activation and lifecycle maintenanceOwn SSU timelines, forecasts, and delivery against contracted milestonesIdentify risks early (regulatory, enrollment, timelines) and implement mitigation plansOperational Oversight Lead all start-up deliverables, including: Site identification and feasibilityRegulatory submissions and lifecycle maintenance (amendments, HA/EC communications, licenses)CTA and investigator budget negotiation/executionEssential document collection and TMF readinessEnsure delivery aligns with SOPs, sponsor expectations, and quality standardsSponsor & Cross-Functional Engagement Act as a key interface with sponsor stakeholders, presenting strategy, risks, and statusPartner across Clinical Ops, PM, Contracts, Data Management, Medical Writing, and SSU Country teamsCollaborate within a team-first, highly accountable FSP environmentFinancial & Scope Accountability Review SSU budgets vs. milestones and support profitability targetsTrack and manage out-of-scope activities in partnership with PM/SSU leadershipRegulatory Leadership Oversee preparation of core submission documents and amendment dossiersConduct Regulatory Impact Assessments and communicate risksSupport development of SIS/ICF documents and country-specific submissionsProcess & Build Mindset Contribute to process creation and refinement as the team scalesOperate effectively in a setting where execution and process development happen in parallelRequired Experience Minimum 3 years prior experience as a Site Activation Manager (SAM).Minimum of 2 years' experience in managing large scale, US-based Site Activation with high success.Strong track record delivering SSU activities across Phase II-IV trialsSolid understanding of ICH-GCP, regulatory pathways, and start-up processesDemonstrated ability to manage multiple studies and competing prioritiesStrong communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skillsHighly PreferredFSP (Functional Service Provider) experiencePrior Global SAM responsibility (regional experience considered with strong performance, if US based sites.)Experience integrating Syneos and sponsor systemsProven ability to operate in ambiguity and help build processes while deliveringTrack record of high performance and readiness for increased scope/visibilityWhat Success Looks Like You're known for staying focused and effective in fast-paced, evolving environments, consistently delivering strong results.You are proactive, vocal, and solutions-oriented in a collaborative team environmentYou balance execution excellence with strategic thinkingYou elevate team performance while maintaining strong sponsor relationshipsBenefits and Additional Information At Syneos Health, we believe in providing an environment and culture in which Our People can thrive, develop and advance. We reward and recognize our people by providing valuable benefits and a quality-of-life balance. Benefits may include a company car or car allowance, health benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision), 401k with company match, eligibility to participate in Employee Stock Purchase Plan, eligibility to earn commissions/bonuses based on company and individual performance, and flexible paid time off (PTO) and sick time. Paid sick time eligibility varies by state and municipality. Syneos complies with all applicable paid sick time requirements.Salary Range: The base salary range represents the anticipated low and high of the Syneos Health range for this position. Actual salary will vary based on qualifications, skills, and proficiency for the role.Get to know Syneos Health Over the past 5 years, we have worked with 94% of Novel FDA Approved Drugs, 95% of EMA Authorized Products and over 200 Studies across 73,000 Sites and 675,000+ Trial patients.No matter what your role is, you'll take the initiative and challenge the status quo with us in a highly competitive and ever-changing environment. Learn more about Syneos Health. Information Tasks, duties, and responsibilities as listed in this job description are not exhaustive. The Company, at its sole discretion and with no prior notice, may assign other tasks, duties, and job responsibilities. The Company, at its sole discretion, will determine what constitutes as equivalent to the qualifications described above. The Company is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, including the provision of reasonable accommodations, when appropriate, to assist employees or applicants to perform the essential functions of the job.#J-18808-Ljbffr