Assoc Clinical Research Mgr at Thermo Fisher Scientific in Austin, Texas

Job Description:

Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)



Environmental Conditions

Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance, Office, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.)



Job Description



PPD is a leading global contract research organization providing comprehensive, integrated drug development, laboratory and lifecycle management services. At PPD, we are passionate, deliberate, and driven by our purpose- to improve health!


Our colleagues in corporate strive for excellence in every task, at every moment. We are game changers seeking improvements to processes and more efficient ways of working or adapting to changing financial and industry environments.


As an Associate Clinical Research Manager, you will assist with managing various aspects of assigned clinical trials involving patient and healthy subject populations in both inpatient and outpatient settings.


At PPD we hire the best, develop ourselves and each other, andrecognizethe power of being one team.Weoffer continued career advancement opportunities, award winning training and benefits focused on the health and wellbeing of our employees.


Summarized Purpose: Assists with managing various aspects of assigned clinical trials involving patient and healthy subject populations in both inpatient and outpatient settings. Acts as liaison between senior project team members and study subjects. Actively participates and assists with sponsor, investigator and research team communications.


Essential Functions and Other Job Information:


• Actively participates with senior project team members to meet project needs, projections and deadlines.


• Oversees organization and accuracy of project documents.


• Works with management on understanding departmental needs and improving processes.


• Provides support for the study conduct, working directly with study monitor and study subjects.


• Oversees data entry, source data QC, EDC data entry and EDC query resolution, lab data verification, subject eligibility status review and subject eligibility notification.


Job Complexity:

• Works on problems of limited scope.


• Follows standard practices and procedures in analyzing situations or data from which answers can be readily obtained.


• Job Knowledge Learns to use professional concepts.


• Applies company policies and procedures to resolve routine issues.

Qualifications:


Education and Experience:

• Associate's degree or equivalent and relevant formal academic / vocational qualification


• Previous experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job (comparable to 0 to 2+ years). In some cases, an equivalency, consisting of a combination of appropriate education, training and/or directly related experience, will be considered sufficient for an individual to meet the requirements of the role.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:


• Basic knowledge of Phase I processes and clinical study operations


• Fundamental knowledge of FDA regulations and ICH GCP guidelines


• Basic computer skills with working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications


• Time management and multi-tasking skills


• Written and verbal communication skills


• Ability to prioritize workload and adapt to changing study needs


• Ability to act as a liaison between external and internal groups


Management Role:


No management responsibility


Working Conditions and Environment:


• Work is performed in an office/ laboratory and/or a clinical environment.


• Exposure to biological fluids with potential exposure to infectious organisms.


• Exposure to electrical office equipment.


• Personal protective equipment required such as protective eyewear, garments and gloves.


Physical Requirements:


• Ability to work in an upright and /or stationary position for 6-8 hours per day.


• Repetitive hand movement of both hands with the ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and wrists.


• Frequent mobility required.


• Occasional crouching, stooping, with frequent bending and twisting of upper body and neck.


• Light to moderate lifting and carrying (or otherwise moves) objects including luggage and laptop computer with a maximum lift of 15-20 lbs.


• Ability to access and use a variety of computer software developed both in-house and off-the-shelf.


• Ability to communicate information and ideas so others will understand; with the ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.


• Frequently interacts with others to obtain or relate information to diverse groups.


• Performs a wide range of variable tasks as dictated by variable demands and changing conditions with little predictability as to the occurrence. Ability to perform under stress. Ability to multi-task.


• Regular and consistent attendance.


As a condition of employment with PPD, in this role, you must have received your Covid-19 vaccine and you must disclose proof of your vaccination status upon employment. Apply Now