Laboratory Project Set-up Manager

IQVIA; Buenos Aires; On-site; ARS 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

IQVIA Laboratories in Buenos Aires, Argentina seeks a Laboratory Project Set-up Manager to lead the design and launch of clinical research studies, coordinating sponsor, CRO, and internal startup activities.

You will manage study set-up, monitor risks, prepare materials for meetings, mentor junior team members, and ensure adherence to ICH E6 Good Clinical Practice.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; science background advantageous but not essential.
• 3 years of clinical or research industry experience, including 1 year project management experience.
• Experience leading Phase I-IV clinical trials.

Responsibilities

• Develop database design requirements for full protocols, protocol amendments, and sponsor study changes
• Collaborate with Data Management, Logistics, Clinical Trial Materials, Laboratory Testing, and Specimen Management teams to establish project plans and timelines
• Communicate and coordinate study set-up activities with clients and internal stakeholders to achieve project milestones
• Provide the Project Manager with updates on actions, issues, status, and timelines throughout the start-up phase
• Proactively manage changes in project scope, identify potential risks, and develop contingency plans
• Prepare and present study-specific materials and services at investigator, kick-off, and bid defense meetings as required
• Guide, mentor, and support the training and development of junior team members
• Lead the development of sponsor-specific standards and program-specific set-up procedures in accordance with ICH E6 Good Clinical Practice

Skills

MS Office

Project coordination

Communication

English

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Clinical Trials Management Systems

Job description

We are seeking Laboratory Project Set-up Manager to join IQVIA Laboratories at Buenos Aires, Argentina.

We hire passionate innovators who drive healthcare forward through thoughtful and inclusive collaboration. If you want to discover a career with greater purpose, join us as we transform and accelerate research and development.

Job Summary:

Manage the design and launch of clinical research studies, coordinating sponsor, Clinical Research Organization, and internal start-up activities. Lead project set-up components, manage risks and changes, and help develop sponsor-specific standards and organizational best practices.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Develop database design requirements for full protocols, protocol amendments, and sponsor study changes
• Collaborate with Data Management, Logistics, Clinical Trial Materials, Laboratory Testing, and Specimen Management teams to establish project plans and timelines
• Communicate and coordinate study set-up activities with clients and internal stakeholders to achieve project milestones
• Provide the Project Manager with updates on actions, issues, status, and timelines throughout the start-up phase
• Proactively manage changes in project scope, identify potential risks, and develop contingency plans
• Prepare and present study-specific materials and services at investigator, kick-off, and bid defense meetings as required
• Guide, mentor, and support the training and development of junior team members
• Lead the development of sponsor-specific standards and program-specific set-up procedures in accordance with ICH E6 Good Clinical Practice

What We Are Looking For:

• Required: Bachelor’s degree; a science-related background is advantageous but not essential
• Required: 3 years of clinical or research industry experience, including 1 year project management experience
• Experience successfully leading Phase I-IV clinical trials
• Understanding of medical and clinical research terminology and knowledge of project management processes
• Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office
• Working knowledge of Clinical Trials Management Systems is preferred
• Advanced English required
• Other equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be accepted in lieu of degree

The Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Needed for This Role:

• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to establish effective working relationships with coworkers, managers, and clients
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills, with a demonstrated ability to meet deadlines
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-stress environment
• Strong technical and therapeutic expertise, including experience working with key customers

What We Offer You:

We put our employees at the center of everything we do and are committed to providing them, and their families, with benefits that meet their diverse and changing needs. We invest in integrated benefits programs and resources to take care of our employees’ physical, mental and emotional, financial and social well-being so they can thrive at home and at work, at any stage of their well-being journey.

To learn more about our benefits, visit https://jobs.iqvia.com/benefits.

IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create intelligent connections to accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments to improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide. Learn more at https://jobs.iqvia.com

IQVIA is committed to integrity in our hiring process and maintains a zero tolerance policy for candidate fraud. All information and credentials submitted in your application must be truthful and complete. Any false statements, misrepresentations, or material omissions during the recruitment process will result in immediate disqualification of your application, or termination of employment if discovered later, in accordance with applicable law. We appreciate your honesty and professionalism.