Description of Services)Co-ordinate / lead timely contributions of AZ core / extended membersCollaborate with key partners cross-functionally, and / or external partners, to identify, handle and resolve issues affecting study deliveryReview protocol drafts and input operational perspectives / content into document and authoring team discussionsProvide input into and / or quality review and hold accountability for the development of crucial study level documents (ICF, study plans and guidelines), delegate responsibilities among the team as appropriateEnsure all required External Service Providers (CROs) are engaged at the study level (including execution of relevant vendors contracts) and are performing to contracted goals, timelines and budget, as well as adequate oversight is documentedResponsible for study budget management through the study lifecycle and for providing budget progress updates to Dir EPM / Sr Dir EPM including any financial risks and mitigation plans (as part of the ongoing study change control process)Maintain / report accurate cost forecasts throughout study, lead study spend within available budget & agreed tolerancesLead / be responsible for financial processes (PO's, invoicing, cost reconciliation etc.
may delegate as appropriateResponsible for setup of the study cost trackerMonitor study risks throughout delivery and oversee team in the development / implementation of mitigations and contingenciesOversee study / EAP level performance against agreed upon plans, achievements and key performance metrics, EAP exit strategyIdentify and report quality issues that have occurred within the study, proactively communicate findings and corrective action plans (CAPA) to relevant collaboratorsSupervise periodic TMF QC and responsible for review of relevant sections / documents in accordance with SOP / WikiSpecifically in the EAP space if assigned to, in addition to the above : Lead program planning, set up, implementation and delivery of EAP in collaboration with local / regional / global medical and market access teamsParticipate in operational governance activities related to agreed CRO strategic and operational governance principlesPerform vendor oversight to ensure EAP delivery to time, cost and qualityCollaborate with vendors to ensure the EAP operational aspects are effectively undertaken and that they have clear remits for deliveryManage resolution of program specific issues and partner concerns with internal and external team membersRequirements : Essential : Bachelor’s degree required preferably in medical or biological science or equivalent by experienceExtensive pharmaceutical industry / CRO experience within clinical study / research project delivery, drug development process and relevant guidelines, for example GCP / ICH, for a specific therapeutic and geographical areaProject Management qualification or demonstration of project management skills including scope, budget, timeline, resource management and use of associated toolsAbility to effectively work with Clinical Research Organisations / External ProvidersAbility to mentor, develop and educate staffLeadership promoting motivation and empowerment of others in order to accomplish individual, team and organisational objectivesAbility to look for and champion more efficient and effective methods / processes of delivering evidence studies focusing on key performance metrics around reliability, efficiency, cost and qualityConsistent record in interacting widely and effectively within the company across regions, functions and culturesPersuasive communicator in English with a proven track record to work collaboratively in a multi-cultural environmentDesirable : Experience and knowledge within compliance management of Early Access ProgramAdvanced degree in medical or biological sciences or field associated with clinical researchExperience of incorporating digital health and patent centric strategies into clinical studiesGreat People want to Work with us! Find out why : Are you interested in working at AZ, apply today! AstraZeneca is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion and providing a workplace that is free from discrimination.
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Date Posted : 17-Jun-2024Closing Date : 30-Jun-2024#J-18808-Ljbffr