Senior Clinical Trial Manager (Contract)

TransMedics, Inc.•Andover, MA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Clinical Trial Manager (Contract role) will be responsible for overseeing all operational phases of clinical research, from start-up to database lock, ensuring studies are completed on time, within budget and in compliance with ICH-GCP guidelines and regulations. TransMedics, Inc. is a commercial-stage medical technology company transforming organ transplant therapy for patients worldwide. Our mission is to help save more patients’ lives by increasing access to viable donor organs for those who are awaiting an organ transplant. To accomplish this mission, we partner closely with transplant stakeholders worldwide and help expand their access to healthy donor organs, while delivering the highest quality technology, service, clinical care and outcomes. Driven by a passion for improving patient care, we make the impossible possible and keep our employees at the center of everything we do. Together, we strive to enhance the quality of life for transplant recipients and their families, fostering hope and healing in the journey toward better health. Maximize your potential at TransMedics, Inc. www.TransMedics.com

Requirements

8-10 years experience in medical device (strongly preferred), pharmaceutical drug development, biotech or CRO industries monitoring and managing clinical trials (cardiovascular therapeutic indications preferred); or equivalent combination of education and experience
Proven expertise in executing IRB/EC submissions and approvals
Outstanding track record leading large complex global clinical trials for medical device products in different phases of the product cycle
Broad and deep knowledge of device clinical trial documentation requirements including monitoring requirements, FDA regulations, and operational aspects of clinical trials
Experience complying with GCP, ICH, ISO and FDA regulatory requirements

Nice To Haves

Masters in Science, Life Sciences or relevant field; or equivalent combination of education and experience
Proven expertise in executing IRB/EC submissions and approvals
Outstanding track record leading large complex global clinical trials for medical device products in different phases of the product cycle
Broad and deep knowledge of device clinical trial documentation requirements including monitoring requirements, FDA regulations, and operational aspects of clinical trials
Experience complying with GCP, ICH, ISO and FDA regulatory requirements
Proven ability to identify operational issues and proactively recommend and implement strategies to resolve problems
In-depth knowledge of adverse event investigation, analysis, and reporting procedures and standards
Willing to be held accountable for deliverables
Must be highly organized and detail oriented
Experience interfacing with multiple vendors/contractors
Proven ability to handle multiple projects and changing priorities
Must be results-driven and exhibit a sense of urgency
Clear and concise in verbal and written communication, fosters smooth flow of timely and relevant information
Strong initiative and positive attitude
Ability to support and build collaborative relationships both internally and externally
Demonstrated ability to make timely decisions using sound judgment
Experience with electronic data capture (EDC)
Experience in clinical budget planning and management
BA/BS in Science, Life Sciences or relevant field

Responsibilities

Lead all clinical site interactions (including assistance with IRB/EC applications, contract negotiations, enrollment tracking, clinical trial material and clinical supply requests, issue resolution, etc.)
Own and manage all trial start-up, conduct, and close-out activities according to industry and corporate standards
Lend expertise to the preparation of key clinical documents in conjunction with other team members (e.g. protocols, informed consent, amendments, CRF’s, training materials, project plans, monitoring plans, data plans, statistical analysis plans, summary reports, annual reports, etc.)
Establish professional rapport and engage in frequent communication with investigational site personnel in order to keep study on-track
Track internal metrics, timelines and budgets
Communicate trial status to trial team
Prepare and present trial specific updates to management
Oversee and participate in monitoring activities at clinical trial sites to ensure adherence to GCP and ICH guidelines, regulatory requirements, SOPs, protocols and take ownership for data completion and accuracy
Interact with data management personnel to plan, monitor, and execute data analyses
Support applications and technical files as needed
Collaborate with project specific committees (e.g., DSMB, CEC)
Assist with preparation for investigators’ meetings
Work with vendors as needed
Travel up to 25% of the time
Perform other TransMedics tasks and duties as assigned/required.