Process Improvement Specialist

Worldwide Clinical Trials

Posted on: December 20, 2024

Salary: Undisclosed

Position Type: Full Time

Job Description

Who we are

We’re a global, midsize CRO that pushes boundaries, innovates and invents because the path to a cure for the world’s most persistent diseases is not paved by those who play it safe. It is built by those who take pioneering, creative approaches and implement them with quality and excellence.

We are Worldwide Clinical Trials, and we are a global team of over 3,500+ experts, bright thinkers, dreamers and doers and, together, we are changing the way the world experiences CROs - in the best possible way.

Our mission is to work with passion and purpose every day to improve lives and we are looking for others who value this same pursuit.

Why Worldwide

We believe everyone plays an important role in making a world of difference for patients and their caregivers. From our hands-on, accessible leaders, to our cohesive and supportive teams, we are committed to enabling professionals from all backgrounds and experiences to succeed. We prioritize cultivating a diverse and inclusive environment that continues to promote collaboration and creativity. We are proud to be a workplace where people thrive by being themselves and are inspired to do their best work every day.Join us!

WhatProcess Improvement Specialists Do at Worldwide

Located in Austin, TX the Lean Six Sigma Change Specialist will partner with the Executive Leadership team to execute Lean Six Sigma processes and the strategy for a Lean Six Sigma culture within Worldwide Clinical Trials Early Phase business unit. The ideal candidate will have experience leading Kaizen events in a clinical or laboratory setting. This position will contribute to the prioritization of projects to ensure work aligns with strategic goals and reports directly to the Manager, Process Improvement, Early Phase business unit.

What you will do
  • Partner withsubject matter experts to generate and analyze information that will support the recommendations of solutions that address productivity, efficiency, complexity, and strategic opportunities, while enhancing the customer experience.
  • Participate in and support multiple internal levels of management in the analysis and evaluation of initiatives, projects, and issues.
  • Educate and train team members on how to use Lean Six Sigma tools and techniques, such as control charts, histograms, and root cause analysis.
  • Design/develop/modify/troubleshoot methods supporting business process analysis.


What you will bring to the role
  • Proven cross-functional team leadership skills and the ability to influence others at all levels of an organization.
  • Project management training and/or certification is a plus.
  • Ability to present complex concepts comfortably and effectively.
  • Three years of experience leading Lean Six Sigma projects.
  • Demonstrated proficiency with statistical and process management software, flowcharting, and process mapping.
  • Ability to travel extensively between Austin, Texas, and San Antonio, Texas.


Your experience
  • Abachelor’s degree in a technical field.
  • Certified Green Belt, or Black Belt
  • Preferred experience with analytical laboratory or clinical projects.
  • Experience in a related industry such as healthcare, pharmaceutical, or clinical research preferred
  • Preferred experience in RPA (Robotic Process Automation), advanced Power BI functionalities and scripting capabilities


We love knowing that someone is going to have a better life because of the work we do.

To view our other roles, check out our careers page at Discover a world of difference at Worldwide !For more information on Worldwide, visit www.Worldwide.com or connect with us on LinkedIn .

Worldwide is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to enabling professionals from all backgrounds and experiences to succeed and, to that end, we prioritize attracting diverse talent and cultivating an inclusive environment that encourages collaboration and creativity. We know that when our employees feel appreciated and included, they can be more creative,innovative,and successful. We’reon a mission to hire thevery bestand are committed to creating exceptional employee experiences where everyone is respected and has access to equal opportunity. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, national origin, gender, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital or parental status, disability, military status, or other class protected by applicable law.

Worldwide Clinical Trials

Posted on: December 20, 2024

Salary: Undisclosed

Position Type: Full Time