Clinical Trial Manager

Disc Medicine

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About The Position

Disc Medicine is hiring a new Clinical Trial Manager due to the fast growth of the programs in the clinic. We are looking for someone to be an integral member of the Clinical Operations team and lead the planning, implementation, and management of early-phase clinical research studies. Excellent study management and oral/written communication skills are required, as is the ability to work in a collaborative, cross-functional team environment and with both in-office and remote team members. The CTM creates and manages study timelines, budgets, and study management plans in a fully outsourced model. Reporting to the Associate Director of Clinical Operations, this position offers the chance to join a team of passionate colleagues with career growth opportunities.

Requirements

• BA/BS required
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Office programs as well as good working knowledge of electronic data systems
• Self-motivated, proactive, and able to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously
• 5+ years of applicable clinical trial experience (2-5 years of vendor and CRO management) required
• Thorough knowledge of FDA and ICH GCP guidelines to ensure the appropriate conduct of clinical studies globally
• Must be willing to travel both domestic and international
• Experience in orphan indications will be favorably considered
• Strong interpersonal skills to interact with investigators, vendors, and individuals at all levels of the organization
• Experience working on project teams is required
• The candidate should be a self-driven individual with organizational skills, building working relationships, and communication skills.
• Strong business acumen: including in-depth knowledge of the multidisciplinary functions involved in a company's drug development process, e.g., data management, biostatistics, regulatory, pharmacovigilance, etc., and can proactively integrate multiple perspectives into the clinical development process for best end-results.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in orphan indications will be favorably considered

Responsibilities

• Supports the clinical team in the overall management of studies, including planning, execution, and closeout of one or more clinical trials in accordance with clinical development plans/strategy and timelines
• Assist with evaluating, selecting, and overseeing CROs, external vendors, and consultants to ensure successful clinical trial implementation and execution.
• Contribute to the writing and reviewing of clinical documents such as protocols, informed consent forms, investigator brochures, trial reports, ASRs/DSURs, and trial status updates.
• Review and approve study-related operational plans generated by CROs and vendors and ensure the documentation is in accordance with GCP regulatory requirements and consistent with the protocol for assigned studies.
• Ensure audit-ready condition of clinical trial documentation, including the trial master file.
• Review and provide input on clinical monitoring visit reports and ensure that all outstanding follow-up items are closed out in a timely manner.
• Ensures risks are proactively identified, managed, and mitigation strategies implemented
• Liaise with clinical site staff and Investigators as appropriate to ensure optimal Sponsor-site relationships
• Assist with planning and conduct of investigators' meetings
• Assist with monitoring the progress of clinical study activities and report on the progress of assigned clinical trials, including budget and timelines
• May perform periodic visits to sites and/or CROs to assess progress of studies/protocol compliance
• Participate in the preparation and review of SOPs
• Attend and support meeting scheduling and distribution of meeting agendas/minutes.
• Perform any other business need identified by their direct line Manager.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits and competitive compensation packages
• Flexible work environment

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree