Support all phases of clinical research including planning, implementation, completion, and final reports of clinical trials.
Serve as primary study team contact to manage study start-up, conduct, and close-out.
Lead cross-functional study execution team to meet project milestones, budgets, and compliance with ICH/GCP and local regulatory authorities.
Develop, plan, and forecast budget requirements for clinical programs and study sites.
Manage CRO and vendor evaluation, selection, training, and oversight.
Facilitate site feasibility and selection processes; conduct sponsor quality monitoring/oversight visits as needed.
Provide strategic and operational input into study documents (protocol, ICF, CRFs, pharmacy and laboratory manuals).
Oversight of preparation and submission of safety reports (pharmacovigilance).
Forecast and manage investigational drug labeling, packaging and distribution; supply chain management.
Ensure clinical record keeping in preparation for audits and inspections.
Identify and engage thought leaders, investigators, cooperative groups, and other experts for study design and interpretation.
In conjunction with data management, assist with eDC development, data listings, issue and query resolution.
Collaborate on development and set-up of study systems (IVRS/IWRS, site payments and CTMS).
Develop and report key executional metrics for oversight of clinical trials.
Assist with creating, reviewing and implementing SOPs and processes in clinical development.
Ensure documentation is prepared for inclusion in regulatory product submissions.
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree preferred; Certification in health-related field or Associates degree required. Preference in a health care or scientific discipline.
At least 5-8 years clinical research experience in a pharmaceutical, biotechnology, CRO and/or healthcare setting.
Excellent verbal, written communication skills and interpersonal and presentation skills.
Experience using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Power Point); experience with IVRS and EDC systems a plus.
Knowledge of clinical research operations, FDA Regulations, ICH Guidelines, and GCPs governing the conduct of clinical trials; Phase 3 experience is a must.
Must be able to prioritize multiple tasks, plan proactively, and accomplish goals using well defined instructions and procedures.
Ability to develop tools and processes that increase measured efficiencies of the project.
Strong attention to detail and excellent organization skills.
Strong interpersonal skills and communication skills (both written and oral) able to work effectively in a team/matrix environment.