Summary

We are currently seeking a Trial Vendor Associate Director to be based in Dublin, Ireland. This is a hybrid office/home based position with 12 days per month to be performed from the office.

As a core member of the Clinical Trial Team (CTT), the main purpose of this position is accountability for vendor service delivery at the study level to independently manage all clinical vendor related aspects of global clinical trial(s).

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About the Role

• Close interaction and collaboration with study team lead and study team members during study lifetime
• Review of vendor related protocol sections during protocol development
• Manage interface with vendors in cooperation with vendor partner functions
• Quote/proposal review in collaboration with procurement, support contract

• 5+ years working experience and excellent knowledge of the clinical operation processes and vendor management
• Excellent knowledge of GxP and ICH regulations
• Very good knowledge of clinical trial design and mapping to supplier requirements
• Thorough and technical understanding of Novartis specifications for supplier provided services
• User Acceptance testing for eCOA and IRT
• Site collaboration and site activation
• Vendor management; outsourcing, contracting, sourcing, of clinical services
• Results-driven: demonstrated ability of completing projects on time
• Ability to work in cross-functional teams and a matrixed environment
• Strong influencing and negotiation skills
• Good written and oral communications skills
• Very good problem-solving skills
• Demonstrated willingness to make decisions and to take responsibility for such
• Excellent interpersonal skills (team player)
• Proven networking skills and ability to share knowledge and experience amongst colleagues