Associate Clinical Operations Leader

Parexel FSP is hiring an Associate Clinical Operations Leader (ACOL) to join us on a permanent full-time basis, 2/3 days office-based.

The Associate Clinical Operations Leader (ACOL) leads Local Study Team(s) (LSTs) at the country level to deliver committed components of clinical studies according to agreed resources, budget, and timelines complying with Client Procedural Documents, international guidelines such as ICH-GCP as well as relevant local regulations.

The ACOL is responsible for ensuring that sites are identified, site qualifications performed, set up, initiated, monitored, closed and documentation archived.

If youre driven by the potential of science to create meaningful change and eager to explore your capabilities, join us.

Dedicated to a single sponsor in BioPharma, who is revolutionizing healthcare by harnessing the power of science to benefit people, society, and the planet. Turkey is a vital part of their global network, hosting colleagues from every life sciences value chain segment. Their science-driven approach aims to transform healthcare and improve patient outcomes while fulfilling a purpose-led role in society.

• Has the overall responsibility for the study commitments within the country and for the timely delivery of data to the required quality.
• Leads Local Study Team consisting of CRA(s) and CSA(s) for assigned study/studies.
• Leads and optimizes the performance of the Local Study Team(s) at the country level ensuring compliance with client Procedural Documents, ICH-GCP, and local regulations.
• Ensures, as required, that clinical and operational feasibility assessment of potential studies is performed to the highest quality.
• Coordinates the site selection process by identifying potential sites/investigators, performing initial Site Quality Risk Assessment, and conducting Site Qualification Visits to evaluate suitability and quality risks.
• Plans and coordinates applicable local drug activities (from local purchase or reimbursement to drug destruction).
• Sets up and maintains the study in CTMS at the study country level and local websites as required by local laws and regulations.
• Oversees, manages, and coordinates monitoring activities from site activation through to study closure at country and site level per the Monitoring Plans.
• Reviews monitoring visit reports (as required and following Client SOPs) and proactively advises the monitor(s) on study-related matters.
• Performs any required accompanied Site Visits/training visits with study CRAs.
• Ensures timely preparation of country-level Master Informed Consent Form (MICF) and subsequent site-level ICFs, as required, including any relevant translations and in line with relevant client SOPs and local regulations.
• Ensures timely submission of applications/documents to EC/IRB at start-up and for the duration of the study. Works together with Regulatory Affairs to ensure timely delivery of applications/documents for submissions.

• Bachelors degree in a related discipline, preferably in life science, or equivalent qualification.
• At least 1 year experience as a Lead CRA, Clinical Trial Leader, or Project Leader.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in Development Operations (CRA, SCRA) or other related fields (Medical Affairs-led or Academic-led studies).
• Experience in oncology trials.
• Good knowledge of international guidelines ICHGCP as well as relevant local regulations.
• Proven ability to lead and motivate cross-functional teams to deliver clinical trials according to or ahead of time plan, budget, and with the required quality.
• Excellent project management skills.

We offer exceptional financial rewards, training, and development. Expect exciting professional challenges but with a healthy work/life balance. We value your welfare just as highly as that of our patients.

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