Clinical Research Manager - General Medicine (Remote)

5+ years

$135,500.00 - $213,400.00

Rahway

15 June 12, 2024

Job Description

Job Type: Full Time Education: B.Sc./ M.Sc./ M.Pharm/ B.Pharm/ Life Sciences Skills: Causality Assessment, Clinical SAS Programming, Communication Skills, GCP guidelines, ICD-10 CM Codes, CPT-Codes, HCPCS Codes, ICD-10 CM, CPT, HCPCS Coding, ICH guidelines, ICSR Case Processing, Interpersonal Skill, Labelling Assessment, MedDRA Coding, Medical Billing, Medical Coding, Medical Terminology, Narrative Writing, Research & Development, Technical Skill, Triage of ICSRs, WHO DD Coding

Job Posting: Clinical Research Manager (CRM) - General Medicine (REMOTE)

Job Code: MERCUSR298758ENUS
Employer: Merck & Co.
Category: Clinical Research
Job Type: Full Time

Location

Country: United States
State: New Jersey (NJ)
City: Rahway
Post Date: 06/08/2024

Description

Position Description

The Clinical Research Manager (CRM) is primarily accountable for the end-to-end performance and project management of assigned protocols in a country, ensuring compliance with International Conference on Harmonization Good Clinical Practice (ICH/GCP), country regulations, company policies and procedures, quality standards, and adverse event reporting requirements. The CRM may be responsible for studies in several countries within a cluster.

Responsibilities

Serve as the main point of contact (POC) for assigned protocols and link between Country Operations and the clinical trial team (CTT).
Manage project planning and execution, driving and tracking performance to meet country commitments from feasibility, site selection, recruitment, execution, and close out.
Ensure protocol compliance with ICH/GCP, country regulations, company policies, and procedures.
Review Monitoring Visit Reports and escalate performance issues and training needs.
Perform Quality Control visits as required.
Lead local study teams, train local roles in the protocol, and support Clinical Research Associates (CRAs) as protocol experts.
Create and execute local risk management plans for assigned studies.
Ensure compliance with key systems (CTMS, eTMF).
Escalate challenges and issues to the appropriate levels within the organization.
Identify and share best practices across clinical trials and countries.
Collaborate with functional outsourcing vendors, investigators, and other external partners.
Act as a country POC for programmatically outsourced trials.
Build business relationships and represent the company with investigators.
Support local and regional strategy development in collaboration with CRD, TAH, and Regional Operations.
Collaborate internally with HQ functions, regional and local operations, EU Clinical Development, Pharmacovigilance, Global Medical Affairs, and GHH.

Extent of Travel

Up to 30% of working time

Core Competency Expectations

Knowledge in Project Management and site management.
Strong organizational skills with demonstrated success.
Ability to make independent decisions and oversee clinical research activities.
Strong understanding of local regulatory environment.
Strong scientific and clinical research knowledge.
Understanding of clinical trial planning, management, and metrics.
Experience as a key link between Country Operations and Clinical Trial Teams.
Effective communication and collaboration in a remote/virtual environment.
Proficiency in written and spoken English and local language.
Strategic thinking.
Efficient remote and virtual work capabilities.
Understanding of cultural diversity.
Strong project management skills and/or certification.

Behavioral Competency Expectations

Strong leadership skills to align with company goals.
Ability to identify and resolve problems, conflicts, and opportunities early.
Skilled in negotiation and conflict resolution.
Ability to build and maintain professional relationships.

Position Qualifications

Education Minimum Requirement: Bachelor’s degree in Science (or comparable)
Preferred Education: Advanced degree (e.g., Master’s, MD, PhD)
Required Experience: Minimum 5 years in clinical research
Preferred Experience: CRA experience preferred

Additional Information

Travel Requirements: 25%
Flexible Work Arrangements: Remote
Valid Driving License: No
Hazardous Material(s): N/A
Job Posting End Date: 06/15/2024
Employee Status: Regular
Relocation: No relocation
Visa Sponsorship: No

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Salary Range

Expected Salary Range: $135,500.00 - $213,400.00
Benefits: Bonus eligibility, long-term incentive (if applicable), health care and other insurance benefits (for employee and family), retirement benefits, paid holidays, vacation, and sick days.

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