Global Study Manager

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For our client, a pharmaceutical company in Basel we are looking for a

Global Study Manager

• Start date: ASAP up to 3 months
• End date: 1 year duration
• Extension: possible
• Workplace: Basel
• Workload: 100%
  

Tasks & Responsibilities

As a Global Studies Manager (GSM), you will lead or contribute to one or more cross-functional global working groups, expert squads, and global Study Teams, which deliver all operational aspects of one or more studies through all phases and stages.

• DRIVE OPERATIONAL EXCELLENCE by developing operational plans, creating and managing clinical study budget and overseeing the consistency of operations
• MANAGE VENDORS AND STAKEHOLDERS by managing relationships with vendors and cross-functional stakeholders. Oversee performance of vendors and third-party providers
• LEAD AND INFLUENCE by establishing yourself as a leader within the team, being recognized as a thought leader who inspires others to perform at their best and learn from best practices. You’ll be shaping our capabilities and evolving your role overtime
• MANAGE RISK AND COMPLIANCE by developing site monitoring and risk mitigation strategies and ensuring your team adheres to all appropriate standards, including ICH/GCP and other regulations
• PLAN DEMAND AND SUPPLY by overseeing the resource management, forecast and maintenance of supplies needed to ensure sites have the necessary supplies to run clinical studies
• PROVIDE COUNTRY OVERSIGHT by leading feasibility assessments to ensure countries and sites are selected for participation in trials. Provide guidance to country operational reps during trials
  

You will succeed as a Global Studies Manager by leading, collaborating, and relaying your expertise to cross-functional partners.

• Apply your good knowledge of drug development process and respective regulations, including ICH and GCP guidelines
• Apply your organizing and problem-solving skills to plan and run efficient operational aspects of a study
• Motivate others to deliver against commitments, including leadership of global teams across diverse cultures and time zones to ensure successful collaboration
• Demonstrate agility and ability to perform in a highly fast-paced, matrix environment where cross-team collaboration is crucial
• Leverage excellent verbal and written communication skills to motivate your team, negotiate with peers and partners and influence across stakeholders
• Advocate for what you and your team need to succeed
  

Must Haves

• Minimum of 3/4 years in clinical trial management (working knowledge of drug development process and respective regulations, including ICH and GCP guidelines)
• Experience with budget management & oversight
• Minimum Bachelor’s Degree in Life Sciences
• Have a growth mindset and are excited about learning through experience
• Feel comfortable thinking on your feet and thrive in fast-paced, ambiguous and highly collaborative environments
• A self-starter who finds passion in achieving successful outcomes by leading, directing and inspiring peers
• Want to make a difference and find excitement in innovating practices, products and processes
• You are talented and passionate. You are inspired by our mission and would fit in well with our collaborative, rigorous and entrepreneurial spirit.
• Nice to haves:
• Neuroscience, immunology, infectious disease or ophthalmology experience