Serve as the project team lead and primary client contact for clinical trials, overseeing operations, deliverables, and issue resolution.
Manage the setup, execution, and close-out of trials in compliance with WEP Clinical SOPs, GCP/ICH guidelines, and regulatory requirements.
Provide accountability for day-to-day trial operations as defined by the contract and applicable regulations.
Develop and maintain study manuals, operational project plans, timelines, and performance metrics.
Assess countries and sites for feasibility to conduct clinical trials.
Lead and coordinate cross-functional project teams (e.g., monitoring, site management, data management, PV, medical writing, regulatory, training, IP supply).
Ensure internal and external teams are properly trained on operational aspects and therapeutic areas.
Identify, assess, mitigate, and manage risks throughout the project lifecycle.
Manage submissions to IRB/ECs, review local informed consent forms, and ensure accurate trial documentation (eTMF, CTMS, shared systems).
Coordinate and lead internal and external meetings and teleconferences, ensuring effective communication across teams.
Oversee vendor management, quality standards, project budgets, scope of work, and review/approval of vendor and site invoices/payments.
Liaise with Quality Assurance to support audits, investigations, and CAPAs.
Requirements
Bachelor's Degree (health or science field preferred)
3-6+ years’ experience in project management, clinical trials, and/or clinical research (or equivalent combination of education, experience, and expertise)
Working knowledge of current ICH GCP guidelines
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Computer literacy and proficiency in Microsoft Office
Leadership and management skills
Effective verbal and written communication skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities
Positive attitude and ability to interact with all levels of staff to coordinate and execute study activities
Willingness and ability to travel as needed for business meetings, trainings, and/or industry events