Managers, Clinical Trials Management

Managers, Clinical Trials Management

South San Francisco, CA

Direct-Hire

 

Our client, one of the world?s leading biotech companies, is seeking Managers, Clinical Trials Management for direct-hire positions in South San Francisco, CA.

 

Summary of Position

 

This position is accountable for the functional management of Clinical Trial Managers (CTMs) to ensure successful protocol level execution of all Clinical Operations deliverables for Company?s development projects. 

 

Responsibilities

 Manages the ongoing performance of 6 to 8 CTMs, including annual performance reviewProvides leadership to develop the Clinical Trial Management function as a Center of ExcellenceCreates a positive work environment by encouraging mutual respect, innovation and accountability at all levels Develops and motivates others through goal setting, ongoing feedback, formal evaluation, and effective delegation of decision makingEnsures that direct reports are trained and proficient in the incorporation of Company Standard Operating Procedures and ICH/GCP guidelines into clinical trial executionResponsible for resource planning, recruitment, interviewing, and hiring for the CTM group; ensures timely and optimal allocation of staff to all priority projectsRegularly communicates with Senior Management on resource requirements and staff performanceProvides guidance on the development and implementation of clinical plansParticipates in and/or leads management meetings to plan and implement operational activities to increase quality, productivity, and efficiency of the CTM functionReviews and approves expense reports for direct reportsSupports and/or leads functional initiatives and participates in Development initiatives, as assigned Partners with the Process Management Standards and Training group and the Clinical Operations leadership team to optimize and continually improve processes; to create and maintain role definitions and standards; and to develop and deploy role-based competency and training programsAnticipates and meets internal and external customer needs and implements feedback mechanism from customers to ensure needs are metEnsures that CTMs establish and maintain optimal reporting relationships with Clinical Program ManagersEnsures optimal relationships with key internal partner and stakeholder groups to enable successful leadership of Protocol Execution Teams (PET)Maintains clinical trial management expertise through clinical trial literature review, ongoing awareness of industry practices and participation in professional activitiesUtilizes appropriate IT systems, and ensures that direct reports utilize and update systems and tools to enable successful trial execution

 

Qualifications

 Bachelor?s Degree (Master?s Degree preferred) Minimum of 8-10 years clinical research experience, including 5 years experience in a supervisory role, either as a functional/line manager or co-accountable for performance management within a team matrix, or combination of equivalent experience Demonstrated knowledge in several relevant therapeutic and/or product areas

?  Ability to work effectively in a matrix environmentComprehensive knowledge of ICH/GCPsProficient computer skills

 

Metropolitan Research Associates is a full service CRO and clinical research staffing firm that offers expertise in all areas of clinical development for the pharmaceutical, biotech, and medical device industries.

 

We offer a very competitive salary and benefit packages. For more information about our job opportunities and MRA or to submit your resume, visit us at www.metropolitanresearch.com or fax to 919-510-7914.