SR Scientist, Clinical - Study Lead

Boehringer Ingelheim; Ames (IA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation and benefits

Support for work-life balance

Mobility and networking opportunities

Job summary

Boehringer Ingelheim is looking for a leader in clinical research, responsible for designing clinical studies and mentoring colleagues. The ideal candidate will have a DVM or PhD with at least five years in related fields, focusing on veterinary science.

This role offers the opportunity to contribute significantly to product development and require strong leadership and communication skills, as well as analytical thinking. A competitive compensation package and a supportive work environment will be provided.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in a veterinary-relevant field such as parasitology or animal nutrition.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing in an inter-disciplinary environment.
• Experience in project/program management.

Responsibilities

• Designs clinical studies and oversees study execution to achieve project milestones.
• Mentors colleagues on best practices for study execution.
• Interacts with stakeholders to assure project timelines and deliverables.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Leadership skills

Research methodology

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Education

DVM with 5 years experience or PhD with significant experience

Master’s Degree with 10 years experience

Job description

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 company's 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.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Independently initiates and coordinates strategic scientific experiments with a predefined goal including developing new methodologies, protocols and/or test procedures that contribute to innovation and core group/research goals and reflect expert knowledge
• Responsible for overall study design, execution, and reporting to achieve project milestones
• Designs clinical studies to earn label claims and new product licenses/marketing authorizations consistent with the TPP and in compliance with global regulatory guidance and corporate standards for data integrity and animal welfare
• May direct and oversee experimental study design and data analysis/results of junior-level scientists
• Demonstrates expertise in a specific project-relevant area or technology
• May provide guidance and expertise to advance specific projects or evaluate and propose new technologies and concepts in support of multiple projects
• Keeps abreast of relevant literature
• Develops visibility outside of functional area and effectively interacts scientifically with Key Opinion Leaders in relevant fields of research
• Publishes research in peer reviewed journals and presents data at national/international meetings as requested
• Skillfully collaborates across functions (internal and external stakeholders) to assure clinical plans and activities for project teams are delivered efficiently, while supporting continuous improvement in quality including, speed and value of processes supporting studies including protocol and forms, test article availability & suitability, monitoring effectiveness, statistical analysis, study event tracking, compliance, and excellent reporting
• Develops and leverages external providers, academia and Contract Research Organizations as necessary
• Mentors, coaches, and trains colleagues, especially clinical research associates/monitors, on best practices for study execution with flawless speed and compliance, professional & collaborative team member behaviors, accountability, and alignment within Pharma Clinical and with all stakeholders
• Assumes responsibility for direct reports, if assigned and as needed, including recruiting, managing, mentoring and developing scientific staff
• Provides technical content (safety and efficacy data) for local and international regulatory submissions and/or leads clinical discussions in authority meetings and/or develops clinical and regulatory strategy
• Develops the clinical strategy and works effectively toward achieving the project goals as defined in the TPP
• Assumes leadership (as the clinical leader or clinical representative) for clinical programs within multi-disciplinary Project Teams for the effective research and development of pharmaceutical projects
• Interacts with Project Leaders, members of the Project Teams and stakeholders
• Responsible for clinical project progress, including timelines, deliverable and budgetary responsibilities

Requirements

• DVM with five (5) years of experience in a related field with a proven track record of successfully implementing or investigating technologies and adding value to the organization
• PhD (with significant experience in a veterinary-relevant field such as parasitology or animal nutrition) with five (5) years of experience in a related field with a proven track record of successfully implementing or investigating technologies and adding value to the organization
• Master’s Degree (with significant experience in a veterinary-relevant field such as parasitology or animal nutrition) with ten (10) years of experience in a related field with a proven track record of successfully implementing or investigating technologies and adding value to the organization
• An analytical thinker
• Excellent skills in understanding data and scientific decision processes, and in interpreting and reporting these data in well-supported conclusions targeted at achieving project objectives
• Strong leadership skills
• Able to lead (e.g. the Clinical team) without formal authority
• Research methodology experience
• Fosters innovation
• A problem solver
• Outstanding / Good communication and interpersonal skills
• A collaborative team player
• Possesses a customer service orientation, delivering results and executing in a fast and focused manner
• Exceptional planning and organizational skills with a quality orientation
• Strives for business process excellence
• Accepts accountability and ownership
• Exhibits integrity and trust
• Willingness to travel
• Clinical veterinary practice experience is preferred
• English: Fluent (read, write and speak)
• Board Certification and/or advanced degree (MS or PhD) in addition to DVM is a plus
• Minimum of five years (5) of broad experience in a related field with a proven track record of successfully implementing or investigating technologies and adding value to the organization or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Demonstrates industry-leading knowledge of field
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing in an inter-disciplinary and international environment
• Leadership experience: One to three (1-3) years leading projects
• Demonstrated knowledge of the product life cycle process
• Experienced in project/program management
• Exhibits business and technical knowledge

Eligibility Requirements

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction
• Must be willing to take a drug test and post-offer physical (if required)
• Must be 18 years of age or older

Additional Duties & Responsibilities

• Ensures that risks and changes to either the Research Target Profile (RTP) or Target Product Profile (TPP) are communicated into the project team
• Provides clinical input to the either RTP or TPP and influences the Project from the clinical veterinary and scientific perspective
• Takes on Clinical Lead, Study Director, Monitor and Investigator roles as necessary
• Responsible for the design, organization, conduct, timely completion and reporting of assigned clinical R&D studies to establish safety and efficacy of new pharmaceuticals, and to develop new claims and uses for existing products
• Ensures compliance around GSP, GLP, GCP, PV, animal welfare and local regulatory requirements
• Study Director responsibilities are described in the applicable GLP standards
• Contributes or leads internal initiatives such as SOP development, patent filings and due diligence

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