Rita Boyle
Geneva
Summary
Dynamic and results-oriented leader with over 15 years of experience in clinical management, team building, business operations, and strategic leadership. Expertise in managing large teams, overseeing clinical trial programs, and delivering complex projects with a focus on patients, quality, timelines, and budget. Experienced in pharmaceutical and CRO sectors, working in the UK, US and Switzerland. Committed to advancing medical research through innovative strategies and collaborative team management.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
COO
Pangea
Geneva
07.2017 - 12.2024
- Participated in the development of Pangea from start up to scale up.
- Played a pivotal role in the creation of Pangea's cutting-edge software solution, helping companies scale with deep market insights and data.
- Responsible for day-to-day operations, department creation and growth (e.g. HR, finance and IT), and team delivery.
- Led strategic planning, including resource allocation, risk management, and budgeting.
- Provided mentorship and leadership to senior management and teams, ensuring alignment with the company’s vision and goals.
- Increased efficiency to support multinational growth.
Director, Clinical Management
PPD
San Francisco
01.2006 - 03.2014
- Directed clinical management teams responsible for the performance of over 250 employees, including Clinical Management Directors, Associate Directors, Clinical Trial & Team Managers and CRAs.
- Oversaw an average of 40-60 ongoing clinical trials and programs, ensuring delivery on time, within budget, and maintaining high-quality standards.
- Drove operational improvements to increase efficiency and reduce costs across clinical trial programs.
- Mentored and developed senior clinical management staff to enhance leadership capabilities and improve team performance.
- Participated in the company’s Global Leadership Program, earning recognition for leadership.
Clinical Trial Manager
Lilly
Basingstoke
01.1999 - 10.2005
- Managed clinical trial activities for global pharmaceutical projects, ensuring the successful delivery of trial milestones.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams and acted as the primary liaison between clinical sites, sponsors, and regulatory bodies.
- Implemented and adhered to rigorous clinical trial protocols, ensuring compliance with international regulatory standards.
- Contributed to successful trial outcomes, including the management of recruitment, budget adherence, and reporting.
- Gained hands-on experience in clinical pharmacology, trial design, and data management across multiple therapeutic areas.
Education
Master of Science - Clinical Pharmacology
University of Aberdeen
Aberdeen, Scotland06-1998
Bachelor of Science - Biomedical Sciences
University of Ulster
Coleraine, Northern Ireland06-1997
Skills
- Operations management
- Innovation skills
- Risk management
- Leadership
- Team Development
- Project management
- Strategic visioning
- Critical Thinking
Accomplishments
- Completed the Global Leadership Program at PPD - 2015 - gaining advanced skills in leadership, strategic decision-making, and cross-cultural management.
Languages
English
First Language
French
Intermediate (B1)
B1
Timeline
COO
Pangea
07.2017 - 12.2024
Director, Clinical Management
PPD
01.2006 - 03.2014
Clinical Trial Manager
Lilly
01.1999 - 10.2005
Master of Science - Clinical Pharmacology
University of Aberdeen
Bachelor of Science - Biomedical Sciences
University of Ulster
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