Postdoctoral Fellow - Clinical Development Operations

Boehringer Ingelheim; Ridgefield (CT); On-site; USD 68,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

Boehringer Ingelheim offers a Clinical Development Operations fellowship in Ridgefield, CT for PharmD fellows or PhD candidates. The program provides hands-on training in trial planning, execution, and regulatory compliance under the guidance of experienced CTMs/CTLs. Fellows may rotate to other Medical Department areas to broaden their experience.

The role emphasizes mentorship, collaboration, and exposure to the global development process, with opportunities to contribute to multiple trials.

Qualifications

• PharmD degree earned prior to start date, or PhD in related discipline.
• PharmD candidates preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently with team guidance.

Responsibilities

• Support trial preparation, conduct, and closeout under supervision of CTM/CTL.
• Assist in regulatory compliance and site coordination for trials.
• Collaborate across BI functions and study management for trial operations.
• Engage in rotations to broaden understanding of clinical development.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Independent contributor

Education

PharmD or related PhD

Job description

The Clinical Development Operations fellowship is designed to provide the PharmD fellow with an understanding of the history of drug development and how the US Code of Federal Regulations and International Conference on Harmonization (ICH) - Good Clinical Practice (GCP) set the framework under which clinical trials are conducted. To facilitate hands-on training, the fellow will be assigned to work on one or more clinical trials under the supervision of an experienced Clinical Trial Manager (CTM) and/or Clinical Trial Leader (CTL). The CTM/CTL will be responsible for guiding and mentoring the fellow on the strategic and operational aspects of his/her assigned clinical trials. There may also be an opportunity for the fellow to undertake special projects. Through direct mentoring and rotations, the fellow will gain an understanding of the broad range of career opportunities available to a pharmacist in Clinical Development Operations. Although the fellow will be based in Study Management & Conduct, he/she will have an opportunity to rotate/shadow through other departments within the broader Medical Department as appropriate. The intention of these rotations is to increase the fellow’s understanding of how the work of specialized functions is critical the overall conduct of clinical trials.

As an employee of Boehringer Ingelheim, you will actively contribute to the discovery, development and delivery of our products to our patients and customers. Our global presence provides opportunity for all employees to collaborate internationally, offering visibility, and opportunity to directly contribute to the companies' success. We realize that our strength and competitive advantage lie with our people. We support our employees in several ways to foster a healthy working environment, meaningful work, mobility, networking and work-life balance. Our competitive compensation and benefit programs reflect Boehringer Ingelheim's high regard for our employees.

Description

The Clinical Development Operations fellowship is designed to provide the PharmD fellow with an understanding of the history of drug development and how the US Code of Federal Regulations and International Conference on Harmonization (ICH) - Good Clinical Practice (GCP) set the framework under which clinical trials are conducted. To facilitate hands-on training, the fellow will be assigned to work on one or more clinical trials under the supervision of an experienced Clinical Trial Manager (CTM) and/or Clinical Trial Leader (CTL). The CTM/CTL will be responsible for guiding and mentoring the fellow on the strategic and operational aspects of his/her assigned clinical trials. There may also be an opportunity for the fellow to undertake special projects. Through direct mentoring and rotations, the fellow will gain an understanding of the broad range of career opportunities available to a pharmacist in Clinical Development Operations. Although the fellow will be based in Study Management & Conduct, he/she will have an opportunity to rotate/shadow through other departments within the broader Medical Department as appropriate. The intention of these rotations is to increase the fellow’s understanding of how the work of specialized functions is critical the overall conduct of clinical trials.

Duties & Responsibilities

Trial Preparation, Conduct, and Closeout:

• Select sites for study conduct and deliver the trial according to the clinical trial protocol, within trial timelines, and in compliance with ICH-GCP and all other relevant external regulations
• Lead and support local trial team and investigative sites in timely preparation of required trial documents, contracts and necessary approvals
• All Regulatory Requirements are satisfied prior to trial/site initiation
• Where necessary, set up and manage external suppliers that meet requirements of local/regional trial operations
• Set up, manage and review operating unit (OPU) trial budget to ensure appropriate level of financial oversight. Timely budget updates based on trial changes
• Ensure appropriate trial-specific training of OPU internal and external partners in line with Trial Training Plan
• In collaboration with Site Monitoring Lead and Clinical Research Associates (CRAs), ensure provision of appropriate trial oversight for the trials by monitoring compliance of trial sites and BI team to GCP, local regulations, BI Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) (for BI staff and issue), and adherence to trial protocol, adequate trial supply distribution to sites
• Continuous and timely data entry and cleaning, and on time Data Base Lock (DBL)
• Trial contact for CRAs, investigators and site staff
• In collaboration with Trial Resource Specialist and with support from CRAs as appropriate, ensures collection of required documents, with timely, complete and compliant archiving of all relevant documents for the electronic Trial Master File (eTMF) and Clinical Trial Report (CTR) Appendices

Management and Relationship Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain company relationships with external experts and investigational sites by coordinating and ensuring cross-functional collaboration amongst Clinical Operations and Medical Affairs on Regional/ local level, and supporting CRAs in site contacts
• Collaborates with other BI functions to support Trial Management topics and support integration across Medicine
• Participate in working groups related to Trial Management, represent trial on local and regional level, providing updates on trial within R/OPU

Application Requirements

1. Curriculum vitae

2. Letter of intent

- focusing on how a fellowship at Boehringer Ingelheim can help further your career growth.

Requirements

• Doctor of Pharmacy degree from an ACPE-accredited school or college of pharmacy earned prior to the start date at Boehringer Ingelheim OR Ph.D. degree in related discipline
• **PharmD candidates preferred
• Highly motivated and shows initiative in contributing to team deliverables
• Receptive to receiving and quickly implementing constructive feedback
• Ability to work independently within provided guidance from team leads
• Adaptable and able to contribute to multiple Therapeutic Areas as needed
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proven experience working in a dynamic, high-volume environment handling multiple tasks
• Strong computer skills, including Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
• Foundational understanding of corporate structure, regulatory considerations and the drug development process in pharmacy with an ability to quickly adapt to a changing corporate environment that will allow the incumbent to be productive in rotational experiences

Desired Skills, Experience and Abilities

Prior pharmaceutical industry experience (e.g. internship or Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experience [APPE] rotation is preferred but not required.)

Compensation

Compensation: This position offers a base salary of $80,000. The position may be eligible for a role specific variable or performance based bonus and or other compensation elements. For an overview of our benefits

Our Company

Boehringer Ingelheim is a biopharmaceutical company active in both human and animal health. As one of the industry's top investors in research and development, the company focuses on developing innovative therapies that can improve and extend lives in areas of high unmet medical need. Independent since its foundation in 1885, Boehringer takes a long-term perspective, embedding sustainability along the entire value chain. Our approximately 54,300 employees serve over 130 markets to build a healthier and more sustainable tomorrow. Learn more at www.boehringer-ingelheim.com.

Why Boehringer Ingelheim?

With us, you can develop your own path in a company with a culture that knows our differences are our strengths - and break new ground in the drive to make millions of lives better.

Here, your development is our priority. Supporting you to build a career as part of a workplace that is independent, authentic and bold, while tackling challenging work in a respectful and friendly environment where everyone is valued and welcomed.

Alongside, you have access to programs and groups that ensure your health and wellbeing are looked after - as we make major investments to drive global accessibility to healthcare. By being part of a team that is constantly innovating, you'll be helping to transform lives for generations.

Want to learn more? Visit https://www.boehringer-ingelheim.com