Job Description Summary
The SSO Site Partnership Manager optimizes the cooperation with selected trial sites considered key accounts for Novartis with huge potential to significantly contribute to the portfolio execution aiming to improve performance in clinical studies regarding patient numbers timelines data flow and quality and thus establishes Novartis as partner of choice in clinical trials.
Job Description
Major accountabilities:
- Responsible for key account network within the country/extended country group (OPCs & satellite countries)
- Prepares and implements Site Partnership Strategy Plans in cooperation with assigned accounts
- Support feasibilityprocess in close cooperation with the SSO Feasibility Manager
- Supportandoptimize early site engagement speed ofsiteinitiationreadiness as well asachievement ofcommitted patient numbers in theassignedsites
- Responsibilitytoanalyze allinformation regarding theassignedsites tooverseeall study activities and tosurvey sites strengthsareas of improvementand capacities
- Supportsitesto develop their network withother departments to improvestudy start-uppatient management and recruitment
- Support negotiation of study fees contracts contract templates and master templates as applicable
- OptimizeNovartis processes to simplify andspeed up study start-up with focus on site set-up
- Communicatesknowledgeregarding sitesand the overarchingtopicsto theorganization and informsand adviserelevant functions actively(e. g. site selections)
Essential Requirements :
- Degree in scientific or health discipline required andanadvanced degree with clinical trial experience and/or project management (preferred)
- Fluent in English and Dutch (written and
spoken) - Minimum 5 years experience in clinical research in a role that oversees (project management) and/orwith monitoring clinical trials
- Capable of leading in a matrix environment without direct reports
- Understanding of all aspects of clinical drug development with particular emphasis on monitoring and study execution
- Strong project management capabilities with demonstrated ability to problem solve and mediate complex issues
- Thorough understanding of the international aspects of drug development processes including strong knowledge of international standards (GCP/ICH) health authorities (FDA/EMA) local/National Health Authorities regulations and Novartis standards
- Demonstrated negotiation and conflict resolution skills both internal and external (site relationships)
- Strong influencing and presentation skills
- Strong communication skills
- Communicates effectively in a local/global matrixenvironment
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.
Skills Desired
Budget Management Clinical Trials Negotiation Skills Process Improvement Project Planning Vendor Management Waterfall Model
Required Experience:
Manager