Manager, Clinical Research

We are SGS – the world's leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for sustainability, quality and integrity. Our 99,600 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world.

• Identification and hiring of appropriate clinic staff, preparation of annual reviews and handing of performance issues, if any, with the assistance of the Human Resources Manager
• Oversees the training, mentoring and career development of all clinic staff
• Understands requirements for all studies and communicates to all personnel/departments involved in each study
• Works closely with recruiting manager to ensure study panelists meet protocol requirements
• Assists in clinic staff scheduling to ensure all studies are staffed appropriately
• Ensures studies are carried out according to the study protocol, SOPs, and ICH/GCP regulations and procedures
• Oversees the clinic conduct of each study and/or delegates supervisors to oversee when unavailable
• Ensures that supplies and equipment needed from clients are available for studies as necessary
• Identifies and provides solutions to clinical trial issues and/or risks
• Ensures inventory of internal supplies needed for studies is at a level to support current and upcoming studies
• Contributes to the preparation of clinical protocols, amendments, informed consent forms, study guides, case report forms, and any other clinical research related documents
• Identifies, develops, and reviews company policies and procedures
• Works closely with sponsor’s and monitors during site qualification, monitoring, and auditing visits
• Identifies areas of improvement, especially related to quality and efficiency, and implements solutions
• Understanding of the site's P&L and how clinical operations can impact the P&L
• Manages staff and resources while considering the P&L for the site

• Bachelor's Degree, preferably in science
• 5+ years in Clinical Research
• Minimum of 4 years of Supervisory/Leader experience
• Ability to manage and coordinate multiple projects in a fast-paced, highly professional environment.
• Ability to develop collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Strong decision-making/analytical skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
• Knowledge of GCP/CLP guidelines and Federal Regulations related to the conduct of clinical trials, NIH training and CCRC/CCRA certification a strong plus

SGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such we recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristics protected by law.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.

This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts the company’s rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

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