Hybrid Trial Vendor Associate Director

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About the role

  • Associate Director leading vendor service delivery in clinical trials to manage vendor-related aspects effectively across study lifecycle.

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate closely with study team lead and members throughout the study lifecycle.
  • Review vendor-related protocol sections during protocol development.
  • Manage vendor interfaces and support contract negotiations in collaboration with procurement.
  • Oversee vendor cost control, budget reviews, invoice reconciliation, and PO close-out.
  • Ensure vendor service excellence, maintaining quality and service standards at the study level.
  • Drive site activation, compile central documents, and address risks/issues during site activation.
  • Conduct user-acceptance testing (UAT) for eCOA and IRT systems.
  • Monitor vendor-related cycle times and risks using tools like FIRST, while implementing corrective actions as needed.

Requirements

  • 5+ years of experience with clinical operations and vendor management processes.
  • Strong understanding of GxP and ICH regulations.
  • Solid knowledge of clinical trial design and alignment to supplier requirements.
  • Experience conducting User Acceptance Testing (UAT) for eCOA and IRT systems.
  • Proven expertise in vendor management, including outsourcing, contracting, and sourcing clinical services.
  • Results-oriented, with a track record of completing projects on time.
  • Ability to collaborate effectively in cross-functional teams within a matrixed environment.
  • Strong influencing, negotiation, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Benefits

  • Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion: Novartis is committed to building an outstanding, inclusive work environment and diverse teams' representative of the patients and communities we serve.

Job title

Trial Vendor Associate Director

Job type

Experience level

Senior

Salary

Not specified

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

Location requirements

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