Associate Laboratory Project Set-up Manager

Job Overview

Manage the process of designing and launching clinical research studies; manage activities of the Sponsor/Clinical Research Organization (CRO); lead colleagues in the design and organization of project components during Start-Up; develop and maintain best practices within the organization; Accountability and ownership for the quality of all start-up work and sponsor deliverables.
- CV must be submitted in English.

Essential Functions
- Develop the database design requirements which include configuration definition for full protocols, protocol amendments and sponsor study changes
- developing and maintaining client design standards as applicable in accordance with the Clinical Protocol
- Manage study database configuration. Support internal/external stakeholders in the development of sponsor standards and as a Set-up point of contact
- Collaborate with colleagues during planning meetings regarding project timelines, and project-related issues focusing on capabilities within, but not limited to, Data Management, Logistics, Clinical Trial Materials, Laboratory Testing, and Specimen Management
- Responsible for updates to the project, including the action/issues logs, status sheets and timelines during the startup phase, where applicable
- Communicate and coordinate set-up activities with clients and internal customers to ensure that all milestones are achieved
- Proactively manage changes in study related project scope, identify potential risks, and devise contingency plans
- As required, prepare and present study-specific materials and services at Investigator, Kick-off meetings. Participate in external and internal audits as required
- Provide day to day guidance to more junior staff assigned to project or within a specific program area
- may act as a mentor as well as assist in the training and development of more junior staff
- Participate in improvement projects as defined by the relevant process improvement management team. Conduct project lesson learn sessions and create a recommendations report in order to identify successful and unsuccessful project elements, when applicable
- Work performed is in accordance with ICH E6 Guideline for Good Clinical Practice.

**Qualifications**:

- Bachelor's Degree Science or related field Pref
- Other Equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be accepted in lieu of degree. Req
- Minimum 2 years of clinical or research industry experience, including 1 year project management / project set up experience Pref Or
- Equivalent combination of education, training and experience Req
- Possess strong interpersonal skills.
- Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines.
- Some experience in leading Phase I-IV clinical trials would be advantageous. Some technical and therapeutic expertise would be advantageous, in addition to significant experience with key customers.
- Demonstrated computer proficiency with Microsoft Office. Working knowledge of Clinical Trials Management Systems would be an advantage.
- Possess an understanding of medical and clinical research terminology.
- Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
- Knowledge of Project Management processes and terminology.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills.
- Excellent accuracy and attention to detail skills.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, managers and clients.

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