Project Manager, Study Operations, Cronos - Patient Centered Solutions (PCS)

Overview

IQVIA provides scientific services spanning clinical trials, real world evidence, and consulting in all areas of the product lifecycle. The Patient Centered Solutions (PCS) team leads the industry in generating data to ensure that the patient voice is incorporated into the development and commercialization of medication and other drug/non-drug interventions. We focus on understanding and meeting the needs of our clients – mostly life science/pharmaceutical companies – through the application of broad consulting expertise and technical scientific knowledge to design scientifically rigorous research. This research is broad and includes qualitative (e.g. interviews, focus groups), quantitative (e.g. clinical outcome assessments (COAs)/patient-reported outcomes (PROS), preference research) and passive (e.g. digital health technology tools) approaches to understand patient, caregiver and healthcare professional experiences and expectations of disease and treatment.

To meet our client expectations and retain the excellent reputation built up over time the IQVIA PCS team is committed to recruiting, training and supporting driven individuals who have both consulting skills and life science skills that can be applied to PCS research activities. Individuals joining us are assured of a rewarding and progressive career in patient-focused research. You’ll have the opportunity to address challenging client issues, across multiple geographies with a hands-on influence in developing and delivering solutions.  We operate in a truly multi-cultural, collegial and collaborative work environment that is rich in development and growth.

Role & Responsibilities

The role-holder will need to be a committed individual, who combines high emotional intelligence and excellent communication skills. They will thrive in a fast-paced environment and be comfortable managing conflicting priorities. The environment is dynamic and ever-changing, moving at the pace of our clients’ needs and the candidate will be expected to understand the sense of urgency that is synonymous with the business.  

As a Project Manager, Study Operations, Cronos-PCS at IQVIA, responsibilities include:

• Development of Sponsor Project Plans (SPPs).
• Establish project start-up timelines (including milestones, tasks lists, and dependencies) and track start- up progress through internal meetings and trackers.
• Coordinate the development and communication of technical requirements to facilitate receipt of data transfers from sponsors; execute and test data transfers.
• Identify unique project needs including areas for internal development such as system enhancements. Assist in the related development of the internal tracking databases (see below, ‘support and data management’)
• Daily Clinical Support: Track and manage progress of the clinical review process. Support clinical to develop workflow processes including related training materials.
• Weekly Sponsor Reporting: Act as main point of contact to sponsor. Develop sponsor reports and presentation materials. Set up, organize, and participate in sponsor meetings and correspondence.
• Track and store all study correspondence and materials.
• Support finance in preparation of invoicing materials and reports.
• Assist Clinical team in preparation and review of the final study report.
• Support creation of back-up files and storage of all project data (including: all clinical review systems data and study documentation).
• Support Quality Assurance by developing and documenting internal operations processes and SOP’s and training employees on internal processes.
• Document and train on unique project computer systems; develop internal training materials and conduct internal training.
• Develop and document internal computer system requirements and enhancements.
• Coordinate and develop vendor contracts and statements of work, and facilitate communication between vendors and project teams.
• Test project specific systems and perform user acceptance testing.

About You

Candidates interested in joining our Patient Centered Solutions team as a Project Manager, Study Operations, Cronos-PCS should have:

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Proven problem-solving skills with strong attention to detail.
• A self-starting mind-set with excellent team-based interpersonal skills with the ability to work independently with the full spectrum of our people.
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office applications [may add additional requirements as needed, i.e., SAS or other software skills].
• Ability to build strong business relationships and influence with key stakeholders at all levels within the business.
• Ability to rapidly assimilate multiple types of information from a variety of sources for effective decision making.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills including grammatical/technical writing skills.
• Excellent attention and accuracy with details.
• Ability to confidently communicate with and effectively present information to internal team.
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment with demonstrated ability to effectively manage multiple tasks and projects.
• Strong individual initiative.
• Strong organizing skills.
• Strong commitment to quality.
• Ability to work within a team environment.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, managers and clients.

MINIMUM REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent.
• Strong preference of at least three years of work experience in the clinical trial space or at least two years of work experience supporting Rater Training or Rater Surveillance services.

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

IQVIA is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by applicable law. https://jobs.iqvia.com/eoe