Site Activation Specialist

IQVIA; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A global clinical research provider in Singapore is seeking a Clinical Project Lead to ensure the quality and adherence to timelines of assigned studies. This role requires strong regulatory knowledge, contract negotiation skills, and the ability to manage internal databases. Ideal candidates should have a Bachelor's in life sciences and at least 3 years of relevant experience. The position offers a hybrid work model.

Qualifications

• 3 years’ clinical research or relevant experience.
• Ability to apply applicable regulatory guidelines.
• Understanding of regulated clinical trial environment.

Responsibilities

• Serve as SPOC in assigned studies for investigative sites.
• Perform Regulatory, Start-up and Maintenance activities.
• Prepare and review site regulatory documents.
• Negotiate site contracts and budgets.
• Ensure accuracy of internal systems and databases.
• Review site performance metrics.
• Establish project planning and timelines.
• Contribute to regulatory intelligence collection and analysis.

Skills

In-depth knowledge of clinical systems

Good negotiating skills

Effective communication

Organizational skills

Ability to work independently

Knowledge of GCP/ICH guidelines

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in life sciences or related field

Job description

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as Single Point of Contact (SPOC) in assigned studies for investigative sites, RSU Team Lead, Clinical Operations, Feasibility, Site Identification, Project Leadership and GICS. Ensure adherence to standard operating procedures (SOPs), work instructions (WIs), quality of designated deliverables and to project timelines. Where applicable, act as a Country Lead for projects with no regional Lead assigned.
• Perform Regulatory, Start-up and Maintenance activities according to applicable regulations, SOPs and work instructions.
• Prepare site regulatory documents, reviewing for completeness and accuracy.
• Review, prepare and negotiate site contracts and budgets with sites, if applicable.
• Ensure accurate completion and maintenance of internal systems, databases and tracking tools with project specific information.
• Ensure contracts are fully executed, regulatory documents and approvals are granted, IP Release authorized and specific project deliverables are completed.
• Review and provide feedback to management on site performance metrics.
• Review, establish and agree on project planning and project timelines. Ensure overall project efficiency and adherence to project timelines. Ensure monitoring measures are in place and implement contingency plan as needed.
• May contribute to the collection, interpretation, analysis and dissemination of accurate regulatory intelligence to support assigned studies and wider company, as required.
• May assist in pre-award activities including bid defenses, proposals and oversights of the scope of work at country level.
• May provide input into contract and budget template development.
• May support importation activities.
• May have direct contact with sponsors on specific initiatives.
• May act as Local Regulatory, Ethics and Contract Expert and reviewer of ICF.
• May act as mentor, and prepare and deliver country‑specific training, for less experienced staff.
• May participate in feasibility and/or site identification activities.
• May perform Site Selection Visits if a trained monitor.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in life sciences or a related field and 3 years’ clinical research or other relevant experience; or equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• In-depth knowledge of clinical systems, procedures, and corporate standards.
• Good negotiating and communication skills with ability to challenge, if applicable.
• Effective communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and to effectively prioritize tasks.
• Knowledge and ability to apply GCP/ICH and applicable regulatory guidelines.
• Knowledge of applicable regulatory requirements, including local regulations, SOPs and company’s Corporate Standards.
• Understanding of regulated clinical trial environment and knowledge of drug development process.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, managers and clients.

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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 help improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide. Learn more at https://jobs.iqvia.com