Clinical Trial Manager
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ICON is looking for Clinical Trial Managers within our RWE Late Phase Research across APAC region.
Location : China
ICON PLC, are a leading Clinical Research Organisation with a strong global reputation in our approach to clinical development. We apply scientific and operational excellence across all phases of clinical trial outsourcing services for our clients. We have offices in 40 countries with around 100 offices worldwide and over 15,000 employees globally.
As Clinical Trial Manager(CTM), you will be responsible to act as the Functional Lead from Clinical Operations with responsibility for delivery of all Clinical Operations aspects of clinical studies ensuring consistency with ICON SOPs, study contracts and budgets.
JOB FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES
- As a CTM, you would be expected to recognize the importance of and create a culture of process improvement with a focus on streamlining our processes adding value to our business and meeting client needs.
- Primary point of contact for Clinical Operations aspects of designated projects and responsible for developing successful working relationships with clients
- Responsible for planning, scheduling and implementing the Clinical Operations aspects of projects
Contribute to the development and maintenance of cross-functional project management plans
- Responsible for risk mitigation strategies, associated action plan and issue resolution
- Responsible for managing the Clinical Operations project team, including ensuring all necessary project training is provided to assigned staff
- Provide direction and support to the Clinical Operations study team
- Collaborate with Business Development (BD) to ensure timely completion of change orders
- Track Clinical Operations project deliverables using appropriate tools
EXPERIENCE, SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS
- 5+ years of previous experience in the clinical research area with at least 1+ year working as LCRA, Project Lead or Clinical Trial Manager
- Experience with Late Phase is preferred
- University/Bachelor's Degree in medicine, science or equivalent degree/experience.
- Thorough knowledge of ICH GCP and relevant regulations for the conduct of clinical trials.
- Some knowledge of project management processes and tools.
- Proven leadership and ability to make complex decisions with minimum management oversight and work independently within the role
- Experience in managing sites with in depth knowledge in local requirements and regulations in China
- Fluent in written and spoken English
- Computer literate.
- Due to the nature of this position, it may be required for the employee to travel both domestically and internationally
Applicants must be able to demonstrate drive, passion and a strong sense of team working, along with a desire to progress within our organisation. Successful candidates will also have a desire to continue education via professional development activities to enhance own professional growth.
In return, we offer a strong benefits package that includes comprehensive health and pension plans, competitive salary, car allowance, generous holiday entitlement and an incentive plan for strong performers.
What happens next?
Following your application, your CV will be reviewed and if your profile is suitable, you will be contacted by one of our dedicated recruiters who will be able to provide you with more details about this opportunity.
To review all our current opportunities, please view our careers site: http://www.careers.iconplc.com/
ICON is an equal opportunity employer - M/F/D/V and committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.
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