VP, Clinical Development, US

Founded in 1997 by two Medical Doctors , Ergomed Plc is a Clinical Research Organization dedicated to the development of new drugs to save or improve lives. Operating with a global footprint in over 55 countries, Ergomed has the expertise to manage even the most challenging clinical trials.  Ergomed provides services to over 100 clients in a range of therapy areas but excels in the provision of services for  complex trials in Rare Diseases, Oncology and Neuroscience.

As a key leader within the North America Region, you will interact with executive leadership, customers, business development, and project teams to coordinate clinical trials and other services for Ergomed. Provide direction and strategy for the growth of the Region and provide consulting, as needed. Additionally, you will provide scientific and therapeutic consultation, oversight and direction as needed. You will be expected to actively participate in company initiatives and development.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
 

• Provides overall strategy and direction of clinical trials, processes and procedures in North America.
• Acts as a primary senior-level contact for customers.
• Participates in customer proposals, Request for Information (RFIs), presentations, proposal defences and Steering Committees.
• Responsible for hiring, training and the career development of the personnel in the region.
• Provides scientific/regulatory oversight and project/therapeutic training to project teams.
• Responsible for resource allocation; assign functional resources for each project based on scope of services in the proposal/contract; supervise to ensure timely and quality delivery of the service.
• Responsible for coordinating the acquisition of necessary medical/scientific input from outside experts/consultants/advisors.
• Represents the Company by attending industry meetings, speaking engagements, participating in booth exhibitions, etc., and by publishing scientific or industry related articles in industry journals.
• Participates in the development of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), medical/scientific tools, training, staffing requirements, etc.
• Interacts with senior management and contributes scientific/medical input to other departments, as appropriate.
• Ensures quality standards are set and maintained over all areas of responsibility.
• Responsible for budget, forecast and profitability of the North America Region

• Extensive clinical research management experience with related degree and academic qualification.
• Ideally has previously worked in a CRO environment.
• In-depth knowledge of Regulatory Authority regulations and strong understanding and usage of medical terminology.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks to meet deadlines in a dynamic environment.
• Effective organizational, presentation, documentation and interpersonal skills.
• Oncology experience preferred

Why Should You Apply?

·         You want  be involved in a wide range of interesting projects and studies

·         You want your  achievements  and hard work to be recognized

·         You want to work for a growing company where you can progress in your career and where there are opportunities for advancement.

·         You want to work in a company that has a great reputation with its clients and employees, and invests in its relationships with both.