Fractional Business Development/ Clinical Support Consultant

Tunnell Consulting • Boston, MA

28d • Onsite

About The Position

Tunnell Consulting is an employee-owned, life sciences management consulting firm that solves complex problems for organizations including biotech, pharma, the U.S. Government, foundations, public/private partnerships, investors, and emerging companies. They are seeking a Fractional Business Development/ Clinical Support Consultant on behalf of their Bio/Pharmaceutical clients. This role is based in the greater Boston area and is estimated at 20-30 hours per week. The consultant will support the acceleration of digital and AI across research and care, acting as the US/Boston-based support for Sponsors (Biotech/Pharma), CROs, clinical sites, and academia to integrate next-generation technology into clinical trials to advance drug development and patient recruitment. The ideal candidate must live and work in the Boston area with a strong network and have a background in clinical trials to effectively communicate the client's platform and its real-time trial insights.

Requirements

• Nursing and/or Bachelor’s degree in life sciences, or an equivalent qualification, ideally with a medical focus, such as Registered Nurse; an advanced degree is preferred.
• Proven track record of 7-10 years’ experience in clinical research.
• Prior CRO experience required.
• Overall understanding of US regulatory processes in clinical trials.
• Proven ability to work with a high degree of independence, including planning, prioritizing and executing work in environments with limited structure and without local team members or on-site management.
• Demonstrates strong ownership and consistently delivers on commitments.
• Ability to work effectively with technology and digital platforms supporting clinical research.
• Comfortable working with electronic data and databases.
• Solid proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Strong interpersonal, communication and organizational skills, with a collaborative mindset and the ability to work effectively across functions, teams and international borders.
• Must live and work in the Boston area with a full Boston network.

Nice To Haves

• An advanced degree is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee clinical trial technology and digital platforms, such as eCRF; co-manage supporting IT services, ensure that solutions function effectively for U.S. clients and participants, and collaborate with technical teams in Australia to resolve issues, implement updates and continuously improve workflows.
• Develop and implement processes, SOPs, work instructions and standardized documentation to promote consistency, efficiency and regulatory compliance across clinical trial activities.
• Lead the coordination of clinical trial sites, including site communication, training, document shipment and tracking, and payment processing.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level