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Associate Director - Clinical Research Lead

8-10 years
Not Disclosed
10 Feb. 18, 2025
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, CPC Certified, 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 Title: Associate Director - Clinical Research Lead

Location: Gurgaon, Haryana, India
Category: Research & Development
Job Type: Full-Time, Regular
Job ID: R-77165


About Eli Lilly and Company:

At Eli Lilly, we are a global healthcare leader dedicated to discovering and delivering life-changing medicines. Our employees around the world work together to bring life-changing solutions to those in need. We are looking for passionate individuals who want to make a difference in people’s lives.


Job Description:

Job Summary:

The Clinical Research Lead (CRL) will be responsible for managing clinical trial sites, including site identification and qualification, enrollment planning, trial recruitment, database locks, and ensuring inspection readiness. The role focuses on delivering clinical trials in alignment with scientific objectives while ensuring an exceptional experience for clinical trial participants.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Clinical Investigator Management:

    • Manage all activities related to clinical trial sites and investigators, from site identification to closeout.

    • Ensure timely trial enrollment and database locks.

    • Develop strategic relationships with sites and institutions to optimize clinical trial delivery.

  • Clinical Trial Management:

    • Develop site risk plans to ensure trial enrollment commitments and database lock completion.

    • Ensure site inspection readiness and address barriers to trial execution.

    • Utilize metrics to guide site and country-level decisions.

  • Vendor & Business Management:

    • Oversee vendor monitoring activities at trial sites.

    • Manage cross-functional collaborations to align priorities and execute the clinical trial portfolio.

    • Serve as a communication bridge between sites, third-party vendors, and Lilly teams.

  • Strategic Site & Stakeholder Engagement:

    • Identify opportunities to accelerate trial enrollment and improve clinical research delivery.

    • Engage and influence internal and external stakeholders to address trial challenges.

    • Provide scientific support during discussions with investigators and site staff.


Qualifications:

  • Education:

    • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a scientific or health-related field. Advanced degree is preferred.

  • Experience:

    • 8-10 years of experience in clinical research or the pharmaceutical industry.

    • Strong working knowledge of Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and clinical research processes.

  • Skills:

    • Strong self-management, organizational, and leadership skills.

    • Ability to influence without authority and lead teams in uncertain environments.

    • Excellent communication (both verbal and written) and interpersonal skills.

    • Familiarity with country-specific regulatory guidelines.


Other Information/Preferences:

  • Travel: Required 50-75% of the time.

  • Demonstrated ability to improve customer experience through effective leadership.

  • Strong decision-making abilities with creative problem-solving skills.


Benefits:

  • Competitive salary and benefits package.

  • Opportunities for professional growth and development.

  • A collaborative and inclusive work environment.


How to Apply:

Interested candidates can apply through the Lilly Careers Portal for more details and to submit their applications.