Vacancy for the post of Clinical Team Manager in PPD Pharma

PPD is a leading global contract research organization providing discovery, development and post-approval services as well as compound partnering programs. Our clients and partners include pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical device, academic and government organizations. With offices in 32 countries and more than 9,000 professionals worldwide, PPD applies innovative technologies, therapeutic expertise and a commitment to quality to help its clients and partners maximize returns on their R&D investments and accelerate the delivery of safe and effective therapeutics to patients

Post: Clinical Team Manager

Job Description:
This exciting and unique role could take you to the next step of your career within Clinical Research. The role coordinates all aspects of clinical activities on an international basis. This includes the day to day management and leadership of a team of Clinical Research Associates who are allocated to a project on a Country basis. You will work in partnership with the Project Manager to ensure the necessary training, tracking and quality systems are in place for the clinical team, and be primarily responsible for the clinical deliverables of the Project within agreed timelines and budget. Clinical Team Managers provide contact and support to the project sponsor for all clinical aspects.
We are seeking high performing individuals who enjoy a fast-paced environment and have had Lead CRA experience and exposure to international studies, preferably involving the coordination of CRAs across different countries. With your excellent written and oral English skills you will have exceptional interpersonal and problem solving skills, with the ability to lead CRAs in different countries. You will also have proficient working knowledge of GCP and experience in several medical / therapeutic areas. You must be comfortable working in a matrix management system and have the ability to motivate, mentor and integrate international teams.
Sounds like you? We are seeking highly motivated and skilled applicants who will want to share in our continued growth in the international market place. If you succeed we can offer you the opportunity to grow into enhanced roles within the department and also have examples of Clinical Team Managers who have moved into project management or management of CRAs.

Qualifications:
Bachelor or higher graduate degree in a science related field or clinical certification plus training and experience in a certain area
Valid passport
Ability to travel
Skills and knowledge:
Superior organisational skills
Recent, extensive monitoring experience
Lead CRA experience i.e. International CRA co-ordination / several countries (knowledge of various country requirements is an advantage)
Excellent judgement and decision making skills
Effective oral and written communication skills
Able to communicate in English, both orally and in writing, other languages would be advantageous
Excellent interpersonal skills and problem solving ability
Ability to motivate and integrate teams and teach/mentor team members
Proficient knowledge of several medical/therapeutic areas and medical terminology
Ability to prioritise workload of team members
Expert knowledge of all ICH and FDA guidelines (and corporate SOPs/WPDs - internal candidates)
Computer skills

Additional Information:
Exp: min. 4 yrs
Location: Delhi
Education: B.Pharm, B.Sc
Industry Type: Pharma/ Biotech/Clinical Research
Functional Area: CR
Job Id: 03515