Crinetics is a pharmaceutical company based in San Diego, California, developing much-needed therapies for people with endocrine diseases and endocrine-related tumors. We were founded by a dedicated team of scientists with the simple belief that better therapies developed from rigorous innovation can lead to better lives. Our work continues to make a real difference in the lives of patients. We have a prolific discovery engine and a robust preclinical and clinical development pipeline. We are driven by science with a patient-centric and team-oriented culture. Crinetics is known for its inclusive workplace culture. We are also a dog-friendly workplace. This is an exciting time to join Crinetics as we shape our organization into the world’s premier fully-integrated endocrine company from discovery to patients. Join our team as we transform the lives of others.

Position Summary:

The Associate Clinical Project Manager (ACPM) will provide direct support to the clinical project management team to manage day to day operational and tactical aspects of studies in collaboration with the Clinical Trial Operations (CTO) team. The ACPM will contribute to study or program teams and may interact with cross-functional collaborators to support the clinical project management team on delivery of study, program, and department goals. The ACPM may support the development, implementation, and maintenance of processes, procedures, and tools/templates related to clinical project management activities.

Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities:

These may include but are not limited to:

Provide routine and daily support to clinical project management team
Collaborate closely with clinical project management and cross-functional teams to establish priorities
Assist with development, maintenance, and management of high-quality detailed study timelines as assigned
Under oversight of CPM, may be assigned management of study(ies)
Support or management of routine status reporting, including study timeline and budget dashboards and management updates
Contribute to development of study budget and maintenance of monthly study budget forecasting and routine budget review in partnership with CTO and finance
Support cost accruals by study managers to ensure accurate reporting to finance and consistent approaches across all Crinetics-sponsored clinical trials
Collaborate with CPMs and study managers to collect and analyze forecasted and accrued costs to produce at-a-glance data displays summarizing project financial health
Collate and maintain current budget value by study based upon fully executed agreements
Routinely update and maintain an accurate listing of all current and planned studies
Support maintenance and timely updates to key tasks and milestones across studies to support Project and Portfolio Management for entry into corporate project management system.
Share lessons learned and best practices across programs
Provide feedback and assist with the development of departmental procedures toward increased efficiency and quality of deliverables.
Contribute to the development of procedural documents.
Facilitate or oversee clinical project management team processes
Provide back-up support for CPMs as needed
Other duties as assigned

Education and Experience:

Required:

Bachelor’s in related discipline required; a combination of relevant education and applicable job experience may be considered.
5 years of related experience in a CRO, Biotech or Pharmaceutical organization is required.
Solid understanding of drug development and clinical operations.
Excellent organizational and time management skills and strong attention to detail, with proven ability to handle multiple tasks efficiently and effectively.
Excellent computer skills including advanced knowledge in MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook.
Must be a self-starter who works with minimal supervision.
Works effectively in a matrix cross-functional environment.
Good business judgment and a strong understanding of the unique aspects of clinical financials.
Excellent communication skills, (verbal and written) including the ability to understand and present budget information effectively.
Works with high sense of accountability/urgency.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

Physical Activities: On a continuous basis, sit at desk for a long period of time; intermittently answer telephone and write or use a keyboard to communicate through written means. Some walking and lifting up to 25 lbs. may be required. The noise level in the work environment is typically low to moderate. The physical demands described above are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions and responsibilities of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and responsibilities.

Laboratory Activities (if applicable): Biology and chemical laboratory environment experience needed. Environmental health and safety requirements also apply.

Travel:

You may be required to travel for up to 5% of your time.

The Anticipated Base Salary Range: $89,000-$116,000

In addition to your base pay, our total rewards program consists of a discretionary annual target bonus, stock options, ESPP, and 401k match. We also provide top-notch health insurance plans for employees (and their families) to include medical, dental, vision and basic life insurance, 20 days of PTO, 10 paid holidays, and a winter company shutdown.

The final salary offered to a successful candidate will be dependent on several factors that may include but are not limited to the type and length of experience and education. Crinetics Pharmaceuticals is a multi-state employer, and this salary range may not reflect positions that work in other states. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range during the hiring process.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Crinetics is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and employment applicants without regard to unlawful considerations of sex, sexual orientation, gender (including gender identity and/or expression), pregnancy, race, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, religion or similar philosophical beliefs, disability, marital and civil union status, age, genetic information, veteran status or any personal attribute or characteristic that is protected by applicable local, state or federal laws.

Vaccination Requirement:

Following extensive monitoring, research, consideration of business implications, and advice from internal and external experts, Crinetics requires that all employees and contractors be fully vaccinated and have received the COVID-19 vaccines as a condition of employment. “Full vaccination” is defined as two weeks after both doses of a two-dose vaccine or two weeks since a single-dose vaccine has been administered. Anyone unable to be vaccinated, either because of a sincerely held religious belief or a medical condition or disability that prevents them from being vaccinated, can request a reasonable accommodation.

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