Parexel is seeking a Clinical Trial Oversight lead in the Northeast US or in Florida!
Position Purpose
The Clinical Trial Oversight Lead (CTOL) is responsible for the following:
Oversight of outsourced monitoring activities to ensure adherence to the protocol, Good Clinical
Practice (GCP), evolving regulatory requirements and assess monitoring effectiveness. The CTOL will ensure that the Contract Research Organization (CRO) monitoring is resulting in the effective identification and problem solving of issues.
Organizational Relationships
Reports to Functional Service Provider (FSP) Line Management with day-to-day direction from the Client
Primary Responsibilities
Conducts oversight visits to assess site performance and CRO effectiveness as directed
Utilizes a risk-based approach to review critical to quality items at the site level and study level
Follows Client SOPs and work within Client systems to document oversight activities performed
Evaluates clinical trial sites to ensure significant site procedures are performed in accordance with the study protocol, applicable study manuals, GCP, and local regulatory requirements
Troubleshoots and uses alternative and innovative approaches to solve problems impacting clinical site delivery and quality
Works both independently and collaboratively with cross-functional teams
Communicates important clinical site assessment information to Clinical team
May participate in centralized data review/monitoring
Partners with Client Clinical Operations and Research staff to become knowledgeable on protocol procedures and requirements
May assist with study-related training of CRO personnel, particularly Clinical Research Associates (CRAs), and study site team members
Partners with Client and CRO study team members to provide on-site support, answer site questions, and develop custom solutions as needed
Provides insight to Client and CRO study team on best practices, e.g., implementation of complex protocol processes and procedures identified at high-performing sites
Remains current with GCP and global regulatory requirements, has a current working knowledge of local/regional regulatory requirements
Completes assigned training, including general training requirements, Policies, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), system, and process-related training
Adheres to applicable Policies, SOPs, and processes
Demonstrates commitment to Parexel’s FSP Mission, Vision, and Values, and Parexel’s “We Care” Core Values
Education And Certification
Bachelor’s Degree is required. A clinical or advanced degree (RN, MPH, MS, MA, MBA, PharmD) is preferred
5+ years of relevant experience with 3+ years of direct monitoring experience gained with a CRO or pharmaceutical company working on multinational clinical studies; Lead CRA/management experience preferred
Skills And Experience
Risk Based Quality Management experience required
Proven experience in effectively communicating with site staff including Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs) and thought leaders
Critical thinker who can review risk signals and apply to oversight activities at the site level
Experience in all study phases and experience in multiple therapeutic areas
Previous oversight and regulatory inspection experience preferred
Risk-based monitoring experience preferred
Demonstrates flexibility in schedule and wiling to travel frequently in assigned region
Good organizational skills and ability to deal with competing priorities
Effective communication skills (written, verbal and presentation)
Proficient with MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint)
Language Skills
Proficiency in written and spoken English
Proficient in local language, as applicable
Fluent in multiple languages and cultural awareness is a plus
Travel Requirements
Ability to travel anticipated to be 40-60%
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Research, Analyst, and Information Technology
Industries
Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
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