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Job type: Contract

Discipline: CRA Manager

Location: Switzerland

Help bring science to life and join a leading pharmaceutical company to play a key role in delivering impactful research that drives healthcare innovation!

Proclinical is seeking a Clinical Research Lead to oversee and manage global clinical studies of medium to high complexity. In this role, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure the successful execution of clinical trials, from protocol development to data interpretation and reporting. This position requires strong leadership, operational expertise, and a proactive approach to risk management.

Please note that to be considered for this role you must have the right to work in this location or hold an EU passport.

Responsibilities:

Lead the development and implementation of clinical protocols, amendments, and study-related documents in collaboration with medical and cross-functional teams.
Provide strategic and scientific input into study concepts, feasibility assessments, and operational execution plans.
Collaborate with cross-functional partners to identify and select high-performing sites to meet recruitment goals.
Lead global cross-functional Clinical Trial Teams (CTTs) to ensure trial deliverables are met, promoting realistic planning and actionable alternatives to accelerate timelines.
Manage internal and external stakeholder expectations while fostering alignment across line functions.
Conduct ongoing medical-scientific reviews of clinical trial data, including safety trend analysis, signal detection, and data interpretation.
Prepare and lead dose escalation meetings with investigators and ensure real-time availability of quality clinical trial data.
Proactively lead risk mitigation discussions and implement risk management strategies at the trial level.
Forecast and manage study budgets in collaboration with key partners.
Set vendor strategies and timelines for assigned studies.
Implement best practices and standards for trial management, sharing lessons learned to improve processes.

Key Skills and Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in life sciences or healthcare (advanced degrees such as PhD, MD, PharmD, or Master's preferred).
Strong understanding of oncology/hematology or demonstrated learning agility in therapeutic areas.
Proven ability to lead complex collaborations and adapt to fast-paced changes.
Strong interpersonal skills with a track record of building positive relationships and fostering a collaborative work environment.
Proficient in clinical trial methodology, particularly in early clinical development.
Operational project management experience, including planning, prioritization, and problem-solving.
Ability to interpret and represent trial-level data effectively.
Working knowledge of clinical finance principles to manage budgets efficiently.
Extensive knowledge of ICH-GCP guidelines and external regulations.
Fluent in oral and written English.

If you are having difficulty in applying or if you have any questions, please contact Olivier Worch at o.worch@proclinical.com.

If you are interested in applying to this exciting opportunity, then please click 'Apply' or to speak to one of our specialists please request a call back at the top of this page.

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