Clinical Operations Senior Clinical Trial Manager Bedford, Massachusetts

Orbis Clinical is seeking a Senior Clinical Trial Manager in Bedford, MA (Hybrid role) for 6 months.

Position Purpose:

The Sr. Clinical Trial Manager is responsible for the successful execution of clinical trials from the protocol concept through the clinical study report, ensuring completion of study deliverables. The Sr. CTM typically works on studies with moderate to high complexity (in terms of design, location, phase, etc.), and proactively identifies and resolves clinical project issues and participates in process improvement initiatives as required. The Sr. CTM assures that the study is conducted per protocol, per business requirements (e.g., timing and budget), and in accordance with applicable regulations and guidance. Sr. CTM is responsible for a broad scope of varying activities to support both department and corporate goals. This position will report into the Director/Sr. Director, Clinical Operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Leading a cross-functional clinical study team and responsible for leading and managing all aspects of assigned clinical study(ies) with partner CROs and vendors, by ensuring assigned studies are conducted according to the protocol, GCP and within timelines and budget
• Oversees and leads role in the identification process of conducting study feasibility, selecting sites/countries and ensuring that sites are activated in a timely manner
• Responsible for overseeing selection/qualification of vendors, set up of these vendors is done correctly. Ensures where necessary that UATs are completed effectively where needed
• Provides input into clinical study protocols, informed consent forms (ICFs) and other clinical study documents.
• Responsible for overseeing development of study operational plans to ensure study compliance and quality is maintained.
• Oversees the development of and adherence to clinical study timelines as per the Clinical Development Plan (CDP) and collaborates with internal functional stakeholders for alignment.
• Proactively identify study risks and coordinate risk identification and mitigations with the study team, CRO and vendors and escalate risks as needed.
• Provides effective vendor and CRO oversight and ensures that the study is being completed in compliance to the protocol and GCP
• Coordinates the relevant and timely exchange of study status with internal functional stakeholders to support clinical study delivery per the CDP.
• Coordinates with CMC regarding drug forecasting and supply of drug products to sites.
• Supports timely and efficient databases lock (including interim locks) by ensuring monitoring plans are in place and by participating in data review / reconciliation efforts.
• Adheres to clinical study budgeting process and provides input to finance on budget accruals and forecasts.
• Participates in clinical study scenario planning by estimating timelines and cost. Utilizes project management skills to ensure consistency in processes and drive Clinical Operations performance.
• Demonstrates a high level of knowledge of clinical operations’ methodologies, organizational, project management and study team leadership capabilities.
• Actively participates in the development of department initiatives, including the development /definition of SOPs and processes.
• Ensure Trial Master File (TMF) meets inspection readiness requirements.
• Provides and reviews study dashboards with cross functional team.

Required Skills & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in a scientific or healthcare discipline preferred.
• Minimum of 8 (Sr. CTM) years of progressive experience leading global pivotal clinical trials within biotech, pharmaceutical, CRO industry or equivalent clinical research experience. 
• Experience in managing CRO and ensuring they are delivering on time, with quality and within budget
• Strong knowledge of ICH-GCP guidelines and regulations.
• Strong knowledge of Drug Development process
• Experience conducting and/or overseeing PSVs, SIVs, IMVs, and COVs required. 
• Rare Disease and Neurology clinical study experience are highly desirable.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook, PowerPoint, and MS Project
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively, as required, in a fast-paced start-up environment consisting of internal and external team members.
• Analytical thinker with excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt to changing priorities and deadlines.
• Excellent planning, organization and time management skills including the ability to support and prioritize multiple projects.

Compensation Details:

• Orbis Clinical provides a reasonable range of compensation for our positions. Actual compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including, but not limited to, skill set, level of experience and specific office location. 
• The Pay Range for this position is $88.00-$105.00 per hour, can vary depending on employment status.
• Orbis Clinical offers eligible employees health benefits (medical, dental, and vision), employer-paid basic life and AD&D insurance, and a partial employer match on a 401(k). .

EEO and Reasonable Accommodation Statement:

Epic Staffing Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable law. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process, please contact us.

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