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AstraZeneca · 5 days ago

Site Engagement Lead

Wilmington, DE

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$136K/yr - $205K/yr

3+ years exp

AstraZeneca is where innovation meets dedication, committed to pioneering new frontiers in Oncology. As a Site Engagement Lead, you will implement the operational site relationship management strategy, driving collaboration with various stakeholders to enhance clinical trial performance and site patient delivery.

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Comp. & Benefits

Responsibilities

Implement and maintain Partner In Care strategies and activities with selected sites

Attend internal PiCN workgroups and discussion sessions

Coordinate presentations and discussions on AZ study portfolio and site inclusion

Establish strategic partnership models and frameworks across key clinical sites through fit-for-purpose contracts, agreements, and governance models

Strengthen relationships between sites and AZ clinical teams to enhance performance and overcome roadblocks in site start-up and execution

Collaborate with local teams across different TAs to actively pursue resolution to study-level challenges

Develop and maintain a working knowledge of site processes and institution knowledge to guide study teams and leadership in site inclusion and study management decisions

Define and monitor site performance using objective measurements

Develop site relationship oversight models and state-of-the-art tools and informatics

Review site performance using available data sources to identify trends and opportunities

Utilize this information with stakeholders to drive performance

Actively monitor and report study-level metrics for activation and recruitment

Monitor delivery on site partnership agreements, identify challenge areas, and implement actions to drive success

Routinely update TA DSMM or manager on site performance status

Escalate study or site issues to TA DSMM or manager if not resolved within a reasonable timeframe

Gain a clear understanding of the site team needs and communicate them within the Leadership Team or manager

Lead the establishment and evaluation of site-related business processes, including development of new SOPs & work practices

Demonstrate comprehensive understanding of site networks, business practices, and the competitive clinical trial landscape

Support local feasibility lead and LSAD in site identification and selection

Provide cross-study knowledge sharing with applicable internal teams when appropriate

Propose and drive efficiency opportunities at the site level during start-up and management activities

Collaborate with local medical affairs team (including MSL) to conduct mutual site exchanges to create a 'OneAZ' mentality

Meet regularly with sites in coordination with local medical affairs (including MSL) and Global Site Lead

Contribute to process improvements, knowledge transfer, and best practice sharing

Qualification

Clinical OperationsICH-GCP knowledgeRelationship buildingDigital solutionsOrganizational skillsCommunication skillsNegotiation skillsProblem solvingAnalytical skillsInfluential leadershipDecision-making skillsAttention to detailIntegrity

Required

Bachelor degree in related discipline, preferably in life science

Minimum 3 years of experience in Clinical Operations (CRA, SrCRA) or other related fields (Medical Affairs-led or Academic-led studies)

Good knowledge of international guidelines ICH-GCP as well as relevant local regulations

Proven experience in building and developing relationships with key institutions

Excellent customer management skills

Good understanding and keen interest in digital solution and technology

Excellent organisational skills and ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Excellent attention to details

Excellent knowledge of spoken and written English

Good negotiation skills and influential leadership skills

Good ability to learn and to adapt to work with IT systems

Excellent problem solving and conflict resolution skills

Ability to look for and champion more efficient methods/processes of delivering clinical trials focusing on key performance metrics of speed, quality, cost

Manages change with a positive approach to the challenges of change for self, team, and the business. Sees change as an opportunity to improve performance and add value to the business

Ability to work across various studies and indications, collaborate with multiple LSTs and GSTs as needed

Integrity and high ethical standards

Ability to travel nationally as required

Preferred

Good medical knowledge and ability to learn relevant AZ Therapeutic Areas

Good knowledge of the Drug Development Process

Excellent understanding of the Clinical Study Process including monitoring

Very good understanding of the Study Drug Handling Process and the Data Management Process

Good analytical skills

Good decision-making skills

Basic ability in handling crisis situations

Ability to influence strategically and persuade tactfully while maintaining effective organizational relationships

Knowledge of the latest technical and regulatory expectations

Familiarity with the latest research and thinking

Experience in Oncology area

Benefits

Short-term incentive bonus opportunity

Participate in our equity-based long-term incentive program (salaried roles)

Receive a retirement contribution (hourly roles)

Commission payment eligibility (sales roles)

Qualified retirement program [401(k) plan]

Paid vacation and holidays

Paid leaves

Health benefits including medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage

Company

AstraZeneca

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AstraZeneca is a pharmaceutical company that discovers, develops, manufactures, and markets prescription medicines. It is a sub-organization of Investor.

Founded in 1999

Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, GBR

10001+ employees