Manager, Clinical Science - Contractor

Employment as a Contingent Worker aligns well with individuals seeking career flexibility and non-traditional work arrangements, while also being motivated to produce exceptional results in prominent roles. Magnit Direct Source is a service provided by Magnit Global that connects top-tier talent directly to an industry-leading company. Daiichi Sankyo, Inc. and Magnit Global, in collaboration, offer flexible contingent assignments across diverse projects creating opportunities for engaging work.  As a Contingent Worker, you will not be employed Daiichi Sankyo, Inc. You will be employed by our Managed Service Provider, Magnit Global, which oversees the majority of our temporary contract recruitment.

Job Title:
Manager, Clinical Science - Contractor

Hours Per Week: 30-40 hours (average 35 hours per week) – but could work up to 40 per week hours as needed.

Work Location Schedule: No requirement for on-site. Hybrid or 100% remote is acceptable. Preferred time zone: EST

JOB SUMMARY
Under guidance of Clinical Science Lead (CSL) and/or Medical Monitor, drafts development plans, protocol profiles, protocols, informed consent forms, and clinical sections of submission documents. Performs study level data cleaning of listings and patient profiles. Represents Clinical
Science on Study Team and collaborates as a team member with other functions, AROs, and CROs. As part of the clinical team, provides scientific input to Clinical Operations and other functions. This position provides critical study-level support to the CSL/PS/MM/GCL for the successful execution of assigned studies.

Study Strategy: Under guidance of CSL and/or Medical Monitor, drafts development plan. Supports CSL and/or Medical Monitor in development of study design to meet study objectives. Contributes to provide strategic direction to Biostatistics and Data Operations (BDO) for EDC, edit checks, data quality listings, SAP, Data Mgmt plan and to Clinical Operations on SDV plan. Participates in the development of biomarker/PK strategy in collaboration with Translational Medicine and Clinical Pharmacology (TMCP). Provides input to the Integrated Data Review Plan process with Data Management. Performs literature review and creates reference list for study.

Study Planning and Execution: Contributes to clinical trial planning including identification of potential risks to study deliverables and contingency planning. Supports development of protocol profile, protocol, and ICF template. Participates in the selection of ARO, CRO, and members for DSMB and/or adjudication committee and the development of charters for study committees (e.g., Executive Committee). Provides input to Clinical Operations on monitoring plan (e.g. data fields to be SDV’d), to Data Management on the Integrated Data Review Plan, and to Biostatistics on Statistical Analysis Plan (SAP). Reviews patient demographics, enrollment, retention and protocol compliance. 

Study outputs: Reviews emerging clinical data regularly. Performs quality assessment of Tables/Listings/Graphs before database lock; collaborates with lead statistician on SAP update, as needed. Provides input to Clinical Operations on site issues. Contributes to development of CSR. 

External collaboration: Participates in discussions with internal experts and external KOLs for protocol development. Participates in the review of CRO and ARO Scope of Work and budget. Participate in study team meetings with CRO and ARO. Contributes to establish effective communication with CRO, ARO, and vendors.
Additional non-study related activities: Performs literature review related to new indications for Life Cycle Management.

Skills
1-3 years of relevant clinical experience with advanced degree (PharmD, PhD) - preferred
3 or more years of relevant clinical experience with Bachelor’s degree-  required
Technical Proficiency: Develop and demonstrate proficiency in necessary technical skills and tools. Be adept at preparing documentation and supporting materials for various clinical trial activities- preferred
Excellent oral and written communication skills, strong interpersonal skills; ability to work in a team environment; able to work in a high stress and deadline-driven environment. Energetic, self-motivated and able to multi-task.
Specific competencies: Strategic Thinking, Clinical Trials Knowledge, Influencing Skills, Scientific
Knowledge, Therapeutic Expertise, Critical Thinking, Project Management
Therapeutic Area: Phase 1-2 studies – focus on non-small cell lung cancer; bladder cancer, & ovarian cancer. Must be proficient in meditate rave and a plus if proficient in AI tools like co-pilot; CHAT GPT or Claude

Education
Bachelor's Degree in life sciences or related field required
Master's Degree or equivalent preferred
PharmD or equivalent preferred
PhD or equivalent preferred
Postgraduate training in TA or related specialty, or equivalent preferre

Location: Basking Ridge, NJ (Hybrid or Remote -USA - ET zone)
Shift: 30-40 hours 
Pay rate: $55-60/hour  (W2 only - based on experience and education)
Contract: 6 month (Possible contract to hire)
Health, Dental, Vision, 401K (provided minimum eligibility hours are met)

All qualified applicants will not be discriminated against and will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected veteran status, disability, race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.
 

Remote

QUALIFICATION/LICENSURE
Work Authorization : Green Card, US Citizen
Preferred years of experience : 3 years
Travel required : No travel required
Shift timings : Hybrid or Remote USA - ET Zone