Title: Innovation Manager
Duration:12 months+
Summary:
The primary function of this position is responsible for identifying and exploring new innovative solutions that could be implemented in clinical studies to be patient centric and supporting digital transformation projects by preparing for the implementation of scalable solutions working in partnership with internal and external stakeholders. The geographical scope is global.
Major Accountabilities:
As the GCSO Innovation Manager:
Evaluate and assess new solutions (including digital) to be imbedded in clinical studies including but not limited to telemedicine, wearables/devices/sensors, eConsent, eCOA, and others to be implemented during the study concept design
Develop the framework and processes (including best practices) needed to successfully implement selected digital transformation solutions in clinical studies and provide the continuous support (light touch) throughout the study until closeout
Collect surveys related to the use of new solutions and lessons learnt
Conduct frequent and timely communication of project progress to all stakeholders and ensure alignment of goals
Prepare the organization for the change management on new initiatives in clinical studies and create an awareness campaign to support the implementation
Support GCSO Innovation Leads on Digital Transformation projects and implement/pilot new solutions
Build external networks of peers and providers to ensure CLIENT is at the forefront of new technologies and initiatives regarding clinical study innovation and participate on external work groups (e.g. Transcelerate, IMI, etc.)
Educate & collaborate with Development Solutions, Patient Value Practice and other key stakeholders on knowledge sharing and inform on GCSO innovative solutions
Work with strategic partners to ensure alignment on systems and processes for implementing new vendors or capabilities
Build and ensure a high level of internal collaboration and alignment across key stakeholders, as well as with Strategic Partners
Ensure best industry practices and high-quality deliverables consistent with all applicable guidelines and regulations
As a member of the GCSO Innovation team and within the Clinical Data & Innovation
Participate in team meetings by advising and supporting the line manager on strategic and operational issues related to GCSO Innovation, CDI, and GCSO
Collaborate on daily basis with GCSO Innovation team, GCSO, PVUs, IT, and other
relevant interfaces, including strategic partners, to ensure integration of activities and identification of areas for improvement
Collaborate across Development / Medical Patient Value Practice, GCSO, PDL, CPM, IT, and relevant business units and maintain effective working relationships with interfacing groups
Support efficient and effective communication and information exchange across Development Solution, Patient Value Practice, GCSO, IT, and other stakeholders
Support activities that provide operational structure for GCPM and PDL such as:
Budget planning and management
Resource planning and management
Policy and procedures development and maintenance
SOP review and update activities
Knowledge management and training
Ensure that all CLIENT SOPs are adhered to and country regulations and GCP guidelines are followed with respect to site selection and engagement
Collaborate with CSA to manage the scale up of the new technological solutions transitioning to CLIENT Enterprise, includes region/country implementation, testing, CLIENT support (if any), systems integration, product/system lifecycle
Align with ADL/SDL/CDS and provide input to processes on data standards and acquisition for new digital solutions
Align with RML on protocol complexity to prioritise, explore, and implement digital and/or remote assessment including primary and secondary endpoints
Travel as required
Bachelor's Degree Required
Experience:
- A minimum of 2 years of experience implementing complex initiatives within a regulated matrix / partnership environment within the Pharmaceutical, Biotechnology, and/or CRO industry.
- A minimum of 3 years in project management.
- Good understanding of Clinical Development process.
- Proven track record of successfully leading cross-functional projects in a global environment.
- Previous team leadership experience is preferred.
- Good working knowledge of GCP guidelines in different regions
Specific skills/competences:
- Self-starter ready with the ability to lead large and small global, cross functional teams
- Inspire, persuade, influence and gain other’s support for ideas and actions
- Change management expertise including the ability to deliver training
- Ability to plan and prioritize goals to guarantee that deadlines are met
- Strong decision-making skills, results oriented and outcomes focused
- Ability to analyze, synthesize, and clearly present information to individuals and groups
- Ability to work in networks and matrix organization
- Clear and articulate verbal, written and presentation skills with excellent command of the English language
- High levels of initiative, drive and commitment, with an expert ability to adopt an entrepreneurial and innovative style
