Manager, Clinical Sciences

Job Description Summary

Job Description

Location – Hyderabad #LI Hybrid  

Major Responsibilities:

• Accountable for the accuracy and timeliness of trial information in all trial databases and tracking systems. Facilitates MRC and SRC review of concepts
• Interfaces with the disease area(s), global and US clinical team members, regulatory affairs, drug supply, data management, finance and other relevant functional areas
• Preparation of trial related documentation, TMF maintenance: project files including ethics committee approvals; curricula vitae of investigators and study personnel; clinical investigators brochure; protocols; case report forms instructions; consent documents; clinical trial material shipping orders; start-up meeting attendance documentation; letters of agreement; lab reference ranges; all investigator and site correspondence; and schedules of payment.
• Ensures key processes and documents are maintained/updated on time (e.g. TPSR, ICF Clinical Review, TMF). Ensures TPSR & Pubs Review. Initiation of IND x-ref letter and IN & IB distribution. Establishes charters for and support management of SC and EO. Conducts Pre-RC alignment and Ensure EPRM and TPIAT completion for RCs (internal and external interface management)
• Responsible for the initial and subsequent drug supply across trials within a therapeutic area in collaboration with the Local Clinical Supply Manager. Contributes to the preparation and review of clinical program documents (PowerPoint presentations, IND annual report, regulatory documents, clinical study reports, (CSR) and submissions) and other study related documents assuring quality and consistency.
• Supports the management and tracking of trial budgets including payments working closely with the appropriate partners. Study close out execution, including financial reconciliation & creating closure letters. Prepares for and supports quarterly review meetings with TA teams
• Understands and complies with company SOPs and GCPs; contributes to continuous improvement in SOPs and local Working Practices. Any other clinical activities as assigned

Minimum Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in a science related field or a Registered Nursing certification or equivalent certification/licensure from an appropriately accredited institution.

Experience Required:

• Significant clinical research or research monitoring experience (comparable to 5 years) that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities and experience mentoring or training others.
• In some cases, an equivalent combination of education, professional training, and experience that provides the required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities may be considered.

Technical Knowledge/Competencies:

• Ability to evaluate medical research data and proficient knowledge of medical terminology.
• Effective oral and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with medical personnel.
• Strong customer focus.
• Ability to utilize problem-solving techniques applicable to constantly changing environment.
• Good computer skills: good knowledge of Microsoft Office and the ability to learn appropriate software.
• Effective presentation skills.
• Conducts above activities with minimal oversight, ability to work independently. Mid to High-level competency for above activities.
• Ability to mentor and train other clinical associates in a positive and effective manner.
• Effective organizational and time management skills.
• Proven flexibility and adaptability.
• Excellent team player with team building skills.

Why Novartis: Our purpose is to reimagine medicine to improve and extend people’s lives and our vision is to become the most valued and trusted medicines company in the world. How can we achieve this? With our people. It is our associates that drive us each day to reach our ambitions. Be a part of this mission and join us! Learn more here: https://www.novartis.com/about/strategy/people-and-culture 
 
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Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion:  
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