ICON Strategic Solutions · 2 days ago
Study Start-Up Manager
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level
5+ years expICON plc is a world-leading healthcare intelligence and clinical research organization, dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment. The Study Start-Up Manager is responsible for overseeing study planning, SSU activities, and activation deliverables while ensuring compliance with client processes and regulatory requirements.
Pharmaceuticals
Responsibilities
Supports country SSU strategy in close collaboration with Study Start-Up Team Lead, Country Head Portfolio / Cluster Head Portfolio
Collaborates with Country / Cluster Head Portfolio, Portfolio Team Leads and global study team to ensure SSU timelines and deliverables are met according to country commitments
Accountable for timely start-up activities from country allocation until Green Light (ready to initiate site millstone) in assigned projects
Ensures close collaboration with local IRBs/IECs and Health Authorities, as applicable
Ensures that study start-up activities are conducted and completed on time, including preparation of IRB/IEC submission packages, review of Informed Consent Forms, engaging Regulatory Affairs/CTA Hub for Health Authorities submissions, as required
Prepares and finalizes local submission package for submission to IRB/IEC, CTA Hub (Europe: acc. to new EU-CTR) as well as Health Authorities as applicable (including subsequent amendments, IBs, DSURs, CSRs)
Coordinates timely response to deficiency letters in close collaboration with local and global stakeholders
Coordinates reportable events and notifications to IRB/IEC and Health Authorities as applicable
Accountable for timelines, accuracy, and quality of country TMF documents in study start-up to ensure TMF inspection readiness
Ensures adherence to financial standards, prevailing legislation, ICH/GCP, IRB/IEC, Health Authority and SOP requirements
Implements innovative and efficient processes which are in line with client strategy
Supports study feasibility in close collaboration with Feasibility Manager and Site Partnership Manager as well as the global study team
Leads site selection in collaboration with Portfolio Team Lead and Clinical Project Manager if already assigned
In satellite countries oversees local vendor selection and performance as needed. Serves as main contact for quality/compliance issues in SSU phase, escalating as necessary
Ensures sites are prepared for “Green Light” and ensures all documentation is in place for initial and subsequent drug release. Responsible for review and sign off of the site “Green Light”
Oversees local SSU team activities in assigned studies to achieve start-up timelines and quality execution, (proposing and implementing corrective actions where appropriate), according to client standards and local and international regulations
Leads/chairs local SSU team meetings in assigned studies, participates in global study team meetings, as required
Leads the development of country site initiation and patient enrolment plans together with SSU CRA, CPM and SSU Lead
Qualification
Required
Minimum 5 years' experience in clinical operations in a role that oversees (project management) and/or with monitoring clinical trials
Capable of leading in a matrix environment, without direct reports
Understanding of all aspects of clinical drug development with particular emphasis on trial set-up, execution, and monitoring
Strong project management capabilities with demonstrated ability to problem solve and mediate complex issues
Thorough understanding of the international aspects of drug development process, including strong knowledge of international standards (GCP/ICH), health authorities (FDA/EMA), local/National Health Authorities regulations and client standards
Strong interpersonal, negotiation and conflict resolution skills
Communicates effectively in a local/global matrixed environment
Benefits
Various annual leave entitlements
A range of health insurance offerings to suit you and your family’s needs.
Competitive retirement planning offerings to maximize savings and plan with confidence for the years ahead.
Global Employee Assistance Programme, LifeWorks, offering 24-hour access to a global network of over 80,000 independent specialized professionals who are there to support you and your family’s well-being.
Life assurance
Flexible country-specific optional benefits, including childcare vouchers, bike purchase schemes, discounted gym memberships, subsidized travel passes, health assessments, among others.
Company
ICON Strategic Solutions
ICON Strategic Solutions is the global leading provider of Functional Service Provision (FSP) services.
10001+ employees
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