Trial Vendor Associate Director

East Hanover, NJ - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 126000 - 234000

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Description Summary

Job Description Summary
The ideal location for this role is East Hanover NJ but remote work may be possible (there may be some restrictions based on legal entity). Please note that this role would not provide relocation as a result. If associate is remote all home office expenses and any travel/lodging to East Hanover NJ site for periodic live meetings will be at the employees expense. The expectation of working hours and travel (domestic and/or international) will be defined by the hiring manager. This position will require limited travel.

Title: Trial Vendor Associate Director
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).
Key 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.

Job Description

Essential 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.

Novartis Compensation and Benefit Summary: The pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be between $126000/yr and $234000/yr; however while salary ranges are effective from 1/1/25 through 12/31/25 fluctuations in the job market may necessitate adjustments to pay ranges during this period. Further final pay determinations will depend on various factors including but not limited to geographical location experience level knowledge skills and abilities. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements including a sign-on bonus restricted stock units and discretionary awards in addition to a full range of medical financial and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits such as vacation sick time and parental leave) dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired employee will be in an at-will position and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time including for reasons related to individual performance Company or individual department/team performance and market factors.

EEO Statement:

The Novartis Group of Companies are Equal Opportunity Employers. We do not discriminate in recruitment hiring training promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race color religion sex national origin age sexual orientation gender identity or expression marital or veteran status disability or any other legally protected status.

Accessibility and reasonable accommodations

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Salary Range

$126000.00 - $234000.00

Skills Desired

Budget Management Clinical Trials Negotiation Skills People Management Process Improvement Project Planning Vendor Management Waterfall Model

Required Experience:

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Job Description SummaryJob Description SummaryThe ideal location for this role is East Hanover NJ but remote work may be possible (there may be some restrictions based on legal entity). Please note that this role would not provide relocation as a result. If associate is remote all home office expens...