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Job Function
Discovery & Pre-Clinical/Clinical Development
Job Sub Function
Clinical Development & Research – Non-MD
Job Category
People Leader
All Job Posting Locations:
Diegem, Flemish Brabant, Belgium
Job Description
Fueled by innovation at the intersection of biology and technology, we're developing the next generation of smarter, less invasive, more personalized treatments.
Your unique talents will help patients on their journey to wellness. Learn more at
We are searching for the best talent for a Clinical Research Manager/Associate Director Clinical Research to be based in Diegem, Belgium.
Purpose
The Clinical Research Manager/Associate Director Clinical Research will be responsible for pre- and/or post-market clinical trial management within the Clinical R&D Department of J&J MedTech Electrophysiology
TASKS AND REPSONSIBILITIES
In accordance with all applicable guidelines, laws/regulations and J&J procedures, this position
Serves as a Clinical Research Manager to execute and manage company sponsored clinical trials, ensuring compliance with timelines and study milestones.
Leads in study design to develop appropriate clinical trials to meet clinical evidence needs.
Manages end-to-end strategic and operational oversight of clinical trials, from submission strategy, protocol development to final clinical study report.
Direct and coordinates activities on submission and approval of clinical studies to country authorities.
Manages the feasibility, selection, set up, conduct and closure of clinical trials within the allocated countries.
Ensures compliance with the European Medical Device Regulation (MDR
Accountable for completion of clinical trial reports and data management safety activities
Manages and oversees ordering, tracking, and accountability of investigational products and trial materials.
Ensures applicable trial registration (e.g. ) from study initiation through posting of results and support publications as needed.
Ensures timely clinical data review, data readiness for analysis, and statistical analysis in cooperation with relevant groups
Ensures availability of study outcomes for applicable study reports and publications.
Works with all relevant Clinical R&D and cross-functional partners (e.g. Global Strategic Marketing, Medical Affairs, Regulatory Affairs, Health Economics and Market Access, R&D, Clinical Science and External Research etc.) identifying clinical evidence needs and delivering relevant clinical data reports.
Serves as the clinical representative on a New Product Development team.
Plans, tracks and manages assigned project budgets to ensure adherence to business plans.
Takes ownership during internal and external audits.
Manages resources assigned to designated clinical trials to provide quality deliverables while maintaining optimal efficiency.
Responsible for providing performance feedback to direct reports (if applicable) as well as coaching and assistance in their development.
Ensures compliance of all safety-related activities of clinical trials
Has a strong understanding of company products and therapeutic area
Manages work independently. Independently solves problems arising during clinical trial execution, and will seek guidance for more complex problems, as needed.
Performs other duties assigned as needed.
Education, Experience And Skills
Minimum of a bachelor's degree in science, medical or other relevant education Experience
A minimum of 8 years' clinical research related experience
Experience in clinical project leadership across multiple studies, programs and working with cross-functional teams
Experience with project management for the full lifecycle of clinical studies
Experience with budget planning, tracking and control
Knowledge of clinical research applicable guidelines and regulations e.g. GCP, ISO 14155, MDR, …
Experience in medical device clinical research Skills:
Strong presentation skills
Excellent written and oral English communication
Medical/Technical writing
Strong leadership and team management
Planning and Organization
Time-management
Adaptability
Problem-solving
Self-learning
Required Skills
Clinical Research, Project Management
Preferred Skills
Leadership, Medical Device Industry
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