WCG delivers transformational solutions that accelerate clinical research and advance human health. We serve the experts, innovators, and pathfinders on the frontlines of science and medicine—empowering them to develop breakthrough therapies while ensuring the risks of progress never outweigh the value of human life. Together, we stimulate growth, maximize efficiency, and shape the future of clinical trials. 

At WCG, we invest in our people because you are the driving force behind our mission. When you grow, our impact grows. When you thrive, research accelerates. We empower you to build a meaningful career while advancing the work that improves lives. 

What we offer: 

• Statutory Benefits – Health Insurance, Unemployment, etc.
• Employee Assistance Programs and additional work/life resources
• Annual and Sick Leave
• Volunteer Time Off to benefit the community
• Opportunities for career development with on-the-job training, certification assistance, and continuing education reimbursement

We practice transparency in everything we do, including compensation. The salary range for this position reflects our commitment to fair, competitive pay based on your qualifications, experience, skills, education, and location. Together, we'll find the right fit for your expertise and our shared mission. 

The Associate Country Manager is responsible for day-to-day implementation and to support coordination of the recruitment and retention strategy. This implementation will be in accordance with the recruitment and retention strategies. Associate Country Managers work closely with the sponsor’s study team, internal program team, research Study Sites, and WCG R&R representatives at various locations in the nation to ensure successful clinical trial recruitment and retention.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty and responsibility satisfactorily.  The accountabilities listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or ability required.

• Site Onboarding:
  • Presenting WCG services to local CRAs and sponsors.
  • Reaching out to Study Site Investigators and Study Site Team to assess Sites’ needs and identify opportunities to provide/sell WCG services.
  • Support in contracting with Medical Institutions.
  • Locating and providing training of study personnel and Clinical Research Coordinators.

• Maintenance of the program:
  • Assist the Country Manager on administrative tasks.
  • Management of study personal and Clinical Research Coordinators.
  • Reporting program results to Program Managers.
  • CRC’s working hours management and invoice approving.

• Reporting:
  • Updating Site Status Tracker and reporting program results on regular basis.
  • Attending internal calls.

• The duties of this position are carried out in accordance with WCG’s Standard Operating Procedures and methodologies, Good Clinical Practice, European General Data Protection regulations and local country anti kick-back anti-bribery regulations.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor. These may, on occasion, be unrelated to the position described here.
• Attendance and punctuality are essential functions of the position.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required.

QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE:

• Experience in Sales/Customer Service, Clinical Research or similar roles.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Native Greek speaker highly preferred. Proficiency in Greek and English language skills, both written and spoken is required.
• Ability to prioritize, organize, and handle multiple tasks with changing deadlines.
• Team player with excellent people skills and strong customer focus.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft applications (Word, Excel, and MS office).
• Sales training is an advantage.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:  

Physical and Sensory Requirements: The physical and sensory requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be offered to individuals with disabilities to assist in performing the essential functions of the position. Work activities involve light to moderate physical effort (for example, sitting in one place for extended periods of time, standing, walking, bending, lifting lightweight objects, intermittent to sustained periods of keyboarding).  Majority of time is spent in a seated position with frequent opportunity to move about at will.  Activities require a variety of easy muscle movements.  Work activities involve a frequent need to concentrate on a variety of sensory inputs for moderate to lengthy durations at a time requiring diligence and attention to interpret effectively.  There will be a need to attend to single or simultaneous tasks where accuracy of details is important.  The need for detailed and precise work is high.  

Please note that this role is only available to candidates who currently reside in Greece.

WCG is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on merit and without regard to race, color, national origin or ancestry, religion or creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, age, marital status, family or parental status, disability, genetic information, citizenship, veteran status, or any other legally recognized basis or status protected by federal, state, or local law. WCG complies with the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Act and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act. We promote a "One WCG" culture where all are welcome, respected, valued, and empowered to make a difference every day to advance clinical research.