Talent Development Lead

Job Description

Talent Development Lead

Location: Los Angeles, CA 90067 (Hybrid)
Industry: Clinical Research / Healthcare
Salary: $130,000 - $145,000 annually
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Employment Type: Direct Hire

A leading clinical research organization is seeking a strategic Talent Enablement & Organizational Development Lead to design and implement talent development, career progression, and retention programs across multiple clinical research sites. This oncology-focused leadership role partners closely with HR and operational leadership to strengthen clinician engagement, develop career pathways, and support organizational growth.

Job Overview:
The Talent Enablement & Organizational Development Lead is responsible for creating and leading organizational development initiatives that improve employee engagement, retention, leadership development, and career advancement. This role will oversee talent strategies for physicians, clinical leadership, and Clinical Research Coordinators while building scalable learning and development programs that support long-term organizational success.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Develop long-term career architecture and retention strategies for Network Physician Leads (NPLs).
• Advise leadership on incentive and performance-based compensation models that support retention.
• Partner with HR Business Partners to design compensation, bonus, and recognition programs.
• Build onboarding, engagement, succession planning, and recognition programs for NPLs, Principal Investigators (PIs), and Clinical Research Coordinators (CRCs).
• Design and lead a Clinical Research Coordinator (CRC) Academy with structured training, competency-based certifications, mentorship, and career progression from CRC I CRC II Senior CRC Team Lead.
• Develop oncology-specific competency frameworks, Individual Development Plans (IDPs), career pathways, and succession planning initiatives.
• Lead targeted retention initiatives and recommend operational or compensation improvements based on workforce data.
• Partner with HR, Talent Acquisition, Operations, physician leadership, academic institutions, and vendors to recruit and develop talent.
• Build and monitor workforce dashboards and KPIs, including turnover, promotion rates, training completion, clinician engagement, and retention metrics.
• Conduct ROI analyses and manage budgets for training, retention, and talent development programs.
• Present workforce insights and strategic recommendations to senior leadership.
• Support organizational change management and leadership development initiatives.
• Represent the organization professionally with employees, vendors, and business partners.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Job Conditions and Physical Effort:

• Hybrid work environment with both onsite and remote responsibilities.
• Flexible schedule may be required to support clinical operations.
• Daily computer use with extended periods of sitting or standing.
• Must have reliable transportation and the ability to travel between locations as needed.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Organizational Development, Human Resources, Psychology, Business Administration, or a related field required.
• Master's degree preferred.
• 5-8+ years of experience in Organizational Development, Human Resources, or Talent Management.
• Healthcare or Clinical Research experience preferred but not required.
• Demonstrated experience designing and implementing talent development programs, learning academies, competency frameworks, and retention strategies.
• Experience with instructional design, Learning Management Systems (LMS), and blended learning.
• Strong knowledge of HR analytics, dashboards, workforce metrics, and ROI analysis.
• Excellent consulting, facilitation, communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience supporting organizational change and transformation initiatives.
• Strong project management, problem-solving, and analytical abilities.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office 365.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Why Join Us:

• Direct hire opportunity with long-term career growth potential.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) with a 100% employer match on the first 4% of employee contributions.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Paid parental leave.
• Employee referral bonus program.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Life and disability insurance.
• Generous paid time off including vacation, sick leave, personal days, and 8 paid holidays.
• Collaborative, mission-driven culture with opportunities for professional development and advancement.
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact by developing talent and supporting innovative clinical research initiatives.

SRG4 Life Sciences delivers flexible staffing solutions nationwide, specializing in pharmaceutical, CDMO/CMO, medical device, clinical research, PBM, pharmacy, food and beverage, nutraceutical, laboratory, and consumer product sectors. We provide contract, contract-to-hire, and direct hire placements across a wide range of critical roles including Scientists, Formulators, Engineers, QA/Regulatory Affairs, Microbiologists, Manufacturing Technicians, Supply Chain/Procurement Specialists, Project Managers, and Business Development professionals. SRG4 Life Sciences operates on a relationship-driven model partnering closely with clients to understand not only the role, but the company s culture, goals, and vision. Our mission is to match purpose-driven professionals with organizations committed to advancing human health, building long-term partnerships that drive innovation, quality, and performance.

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