Statisticians

Summary The PPGRU's mission is to increase the productivity, profitability and sustainability of agriculture in arid environments by developing new germplasm for both traditional and alternative crops and by improving plant responses to abiotic stresses and to changes in the global environment. Emphasis is placed on oilseeds crops used for food, and biofuels, and establish new industrial and bioenergy crops for semi-arid regions. **ANNOUNCEMENT IS OPEN UNTIL FILLED OR FEBRUARY 5, 2025** Responsibilities Provide technical and professional guidance to develop and implement novel molecular biology and genomic solutions to improve industrial oil crops.. Conduct research, in collaboration with other ARS scientists and with academic and private industry scientists, as needed. Develop improved plant populations including double haploid (DH) populations and carry out activities including nursery design, planting, crossing, phenotypic characterization and sample collection for DNA marker activities. Establish a double haploid (DH) protocols, including culture media preparation, plating anthers, transfer callus and plantlets in various growth chambers and greenhouses. Lead establishment of processes and practices related to industrial crops molecular breeding methodologies including developing DNA markers for marker-assisted selection (MAS) and genomic selection (GS). Support the applications of genomic and transcriptomic tools in breeding programs. Implement, interpret, report and present results from laboratory, greenhouse, and field studies. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications This position requires a Ph.D in the plant sciences, plant genetics, plant breeding or related fields or a related field of study that has equipped the applicant with the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position. Applicants must meet basic Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standard's requirements of the scientific discipline necessary to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position. 0401 Series - General Natural Resources Management and Biological Sciences Degree: biological sciences, agriculture, natural resource management, chemistry, or related disciplines appropriate to the position. Or Combination of education and experience: Courses equivalent to a major, as shown in above, plus appropriate experience or additional education. 0440 Series - Genetics Degree: genetics; or one of the basic biological sciences that included at least 9 semester hours in genetics. Graduate Education: Genetics, or a curriculum or pattern of training that placed major emphasis on genetics. Graduate study in related fields such as agronomy, horticulture, animal, dairy, or poultry husbandry, entomology, microbiology, plant pathology, chemistry, molecular and cellular biology, and physiology that involved cross-training in genetics is qualifying, provided it placed sufficient emphasis on genetics. Evaluation of Education: Most students in the field take graduate work because specific training in genetics may be limited at the undergraduate level. Under these circumstances, it may be necessary to evaluate undergraduate course work in genetics in one of two ways, as described below, to determine whether or not it is qualifying. Courses dealing with genetics, some phase of genetics, or specific techniques that are applied in genetics work are acceptable. This includes courses in genetics, plant or animal genetics, molecular and cellular biology, mathematics and statistics (as they apply to genetics), population dynamics, and certain techniques such as those dealing with irradiation. Course work consisting of an appropriate combination of basic courses in genetics and cytology or statistics are also acceptable. In Addition to the Qualification Requirements outlined above, the incumbent will require the education and experience outlined below. A PhD in the molecular plant sciences, plant genetics, plant breeding or related fields. Working knowledge of current methods used in plant biology, including techniques used in plant genetics and genomics and tissue cultures techniques such as anther and microspore cultures are required. Ability to develop new molecular markers. Knowledge of QTL/candidate gene discovery for genes controlling abiotic stresses using transcriptome analysis and QTL/gene mapping are desired. Education This position has a positive education requirement. You must submit a copy of your academic transcripts OR a list of college courses with credit hours, dates completed, and grades received to verify education when applying for this position. If this information is not provided, your education may not be appropriately evaluated and you may lose consideration for this position. If you are selected for this position, you will have to provide an official copy of your transcripts prior to entering on duty. Application materials will not be returned. Additional Information Recruitment or Relocation Incentive may be authorized. Final determination to pay an incentive will be made by the hiring official at time of job offer. This position may be eligible to telework up to four days per week, based upon the duties of the position. This position may also be eligible for flexible work arrangements as determined by agency policy and any applicable collective bargaining agreements. Privacy Act Statement - FBI 3.2.4.2. Noncriminal Justice Applicant's Privacy Rights: https://www.fbi.gov/services/cjis/compact-council/guiding-principles-agency-privacy-requirements-for-noncriminal-justice-applicants or Agency Privacy Requirements for Noncriminal Justice Applicants - FBI

**Job Description**

The role is accountable for performance and compliance for assigned protocols and sites in a country.

Under the oversight of the CRA manager or CRD, the person ensures compliance of study conduct with ICH/GCP and country regulations, company policies and procedures, quality standards and adverse event reporting requirements internally and externally.

Acts as primary site contact and site manager throughout all phases of a clinical research study, taking overall responsibility of allocated sites.

Actively develops and expands the territory for clinical research, finding and developing new sites. Participates in internal meetings and workstreams as SME for monitoring processes and systems.

**Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:**

+ Develops strong site relationships and ensures continuity of site relationships through all phases of the trial.

+ Performs clinical study site management/monitoring activities in compliance with ICH-GCP, Sponsor SOPs, Local Laws & Regulations, Protocol, Site Monitoring Plan and associated documents.

+ Gains an in-depth understanding of the study protocol and related procedures.

+ Coordinates & manages various tasks in collaboration with other sponsor roles to achieve Site Ready.

+ Participates & provides inputs on site selection and validation activities.

**Performs remote and on-site monitoring & oversight activities using various tools to ensure:**

+ Data generated at site are complete, accurate and unbiased.

+ Subjects’ right, safety and well-being are protected.

+ Conducts site visits including but not limited to validation visits, initiation visits, monitoring visits, close-out visits and records clear, comprehensive and accurate visit & non-visit contact reports appropriately in a timely manner.

+ Collects, reviews, and monitors required regulatory documentation for study start-up, study maintenance and study close-out.

+ Communicates with Investigators and site staff on issues related to protocol conduct, recruitment, retention, protocol deviations, regulatory documentation, site audits/inspections and overall site performance.

+ Identifies, assesses and resolves site performance, quality or compliance problems and escalates per defined CRA Escalation Pathway as appropriate in collaboration with CRA Manager, CRM, TA Head and CRD as needed.

+ Works in partnership internally with GCTO country operations, finance, regulatory affairs, pharmacovigilance, legal and regional operations, HQ functional areas and externally with vendors and IRB/IECs and Regulatory Authorities in support of assigned sites.

+ Manages and maintains information and documentation in CTMS, eTMF and various other systems as appropriate and per timelines.

+ Contributes strongly to CRA team knowledge by acting as process Subject Matter Expert (SME), sharing best practices, making recommendations for continuous improvement and providing training as appropriate/required.

+ Supports and/or leads audit/inspection activities as needed.

+ Following the country strategy defined by CRD and CRA manager, contributes to the identification of new potential sites and works closely with them to develop strong clinical research capabilities.

+ Mentors / buddies junior CRAs on process/study requirements and performs co-monitoring visits where appropriate.

+ Could perform Quality control visits if delegated by other roles and trained appropriately.

**Extent of Travel:**

+ Ability to travel domestically and internationally approximately 65%-75% of working time.

+ Expected travelling ~2-3 days/week.

+ Current driver’s license preferred (Must have in certain countries).

**Qualifications, Skills & Experience**

**CORE Competency Expectations:**

+ Fluent in Local Languages and English (verbal and written) and excellent communication skills, including the ability to understand and present technical information effectively.

+ Excellent understanding and working knowledge of clinical research, phases of clinical trials, current GCP/ICH & country clinical research law & guidelines.

+ Excellent understanding of Global, Country/Regional Clinical Research Guidelines and ability to work within these guidelines.

+ Demonstrated ability to mentor/lead.

+ Hands on knowledge of Good Documentation Practices.

+ Proven Skills in Site Management including independent management of site performance and patient recruitment.

+ Demonstrated high level of monitoring skill with independent professional judgment.

+ Good IT skills (Use of MS office, use of various clinical IT applications on computer, tablet and mobile devices) and ability to adapt to new IT applications on various devices.

+ Ability to understand and analyze data/metrics and act appropriately, also in a virtual environment.

+ Experience with conducting site motivational visit designed to boost site enrollment.

+ Capable of managing complex issues, works in a solution-oriented manner.

+ Performs root cause analysis and implements preventative and corrective action.

+ Capable of mentoring junior CRAs on process/study requirements and is able to perform co-monitoring visits where appropriate.

**Behavioral Competency Expectations:**

+ Effective time management, organizational and interpersonal skills, conflict management, problem solving skills.

+ Able to work highly independently across multiple protocols, sites and therapy areas.

+ High sense of accountability / urgency. Ability to set priorities and handle multiple tasks simultaneously in a changing environment.

+ Works effectively in a matrix multicultural environment. Ability to establish and maintain culturally sensitive working relationships.

+ Demonstrates commitment to Customer focus.

+ Works with high quality and compliance mind-set.

+ Positive mindset, growth mindset, capable of working independently and being self-driven.

+ Demonstrates and projects professional demeanor and communication consistent with organizational policies and practices.

**Experience Requirements:**

**Required:**

+ Min. 4 years of direct site management (monitoring) experience in a bio/pharma/CRO.

**Educational Requirements:**

**Preferred:**

+ B.A./B.S. with strong emphasis in science and/or biology.

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**Employee Status:**

Regular

**Relocation:**

No relocation

**VISA Sponsorship:**

No

**Travel Requirements:**

50%

**Flexible Work Arrangements:**

Remote

**Shift:**

Not Indicated

**Valid Driving License:**

Yes

**Hazardous Material(s):**

NA

**Requisition ID:** R290271

Clinical Research Associate II - 2406181956W

**Description**

Abiomed, part of Johnson & Johnson's MedTech, is recruiting for a Clinical Research Associate II. Remote work options may be considered on a case-by-case basis and if approved by the Company.

At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured, where treatments are smarter and less invasive, and solutions are personal. Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow, and profoundly impact health for humanity. Learn more at https://www.jnj.com/.

Reporting to the Manager, Clinical Research Associates, the person in this role is responsible for the management of day-to-day aspects of investigational site activities on assigned clinical trials. The CRA should ensure compliance with international guidelines, local regulations and corporate policies and procedures. Successful candidates will be forward thinking, anticipate needs and be able to work well in a fast-paced environment, either independently or as part of a collaborative team. This person will be fully engaged, and we guarantee there will never be a dull moment. Our team focuses on future development of the Impella platform, including clinical studies, data science and new clinical and physiological applications.

**Key Responsibilities:**

+ Perform study start-up activities including ICF review, create study-specific essential document lists, manage and communicate the status of study progress and activities

+ Identify and investigate discrepancies in study documentation by applying clinical protocol and GCP knowledge; develop processes to mitigate reoccurrence throughout study phases

+ Conduct reviews of documentation needed for internal and external audits to ensure all essential clinical Trial Master File (TMF) documents are compliant with Good Documentation Practices, Abiomed internal SOPs, and US and OUS regulations

+ Assess current processes, find opportunities and propose solutions to improve efficiencies within and across related functional areas

+ Partner with cross-functional teams (e.g., clinical data management, medical teams) to assist with query management, data reviews, and task resolution

+ Conduct site initiation visits; train site personnel on sponsor and regulatory requirements for study conduct; participate in and/or conduct site meetings and prepare site initiation visit reports and associated documentation

+ Conduct site monitoring visits and follow-up to identify significant issues and ensure that all clinical aspects of studies are being carried out in accordance with study requirements

+ Assess all data documentation, reports, records, transcripts, exam results, etc. for consistency with case report forms as well as monitor clinical trial/study safety, in keeping with protocols, GCP (Good Clinical Practices), PHI (Personal Health Information) and regulatory requirements.

+ Maintain oversight of and provide insights into trial activities (e.g., trends in protocol compliance, enrollment, monitoring deviations, data quality); communicate findings to principal investigators and site staff as well as study sponsor management and leadership staff

+ Maintain appropriate regulatory documentation both internally and externally by ensuring site has the required regulatory documents to conduct the trial/study and that source documentation is properly recorded.

+ Perform investigational device accountability by tracking the history of investigational devices from Abiomed to the field sites and through final disposition.

+ Develop and deliver trainings on GCPs, protocols, amendments, database, compliance, device accountability, adverse event reporting, regulatory documentation requirements

+ Train and proctor new employees on trial and study-related activities

+ Contribute to the development of clinical protocols, informed consent forms, and case report forms, as requested.

+ Edit/amend informed consent documents

**Qualifications**

**Education:**

+ Bachelor's Degree in a related Science field

**Required:**

+ 3 years of field monitoring experience

+ Experience working in medical device industry

+ Excellent written and verbal communication, presentation, interpersonal, and analytical skills

+ Proven problem-solving and critical thinking skills

+ Demonstrated expertise in MS Office Suite, including Word, Excel, Adobe

+ Ability to travel up to 65%

**Preferred:**

+ Clinical research certification (ACRP or SoCRA, Clinical Coordinator/CRA certification)

**This job posting is anticipated to close on 4.18.2024. The Company may however extend this time-period, in which case the posting will remain available on** **https://www.careers.jnj.com** **to accept additional applications.**

For U.S. applicants, in accordance with applicable disclosure requirements, the anticipated base pay range for this position is $88,000 to $123,000. The Company maintains highly competitive, performance-based compensation programs. Under current guidelines, this position is eligible for an annual performance bonus in accordance with the terms of the applicable plan. The annual performance bonus is a cash bonus intended to provide an incentive to achieve annual targeted results by rewarding for individual and the corporation’s performance over a calendar/ performance year. Bonuses are awarded at the Company’s discretion on an individual basis. Employees may be eligible to participate in Company employee benefit programs such as health insurance, savings plan, pension plan, disability plan, long-term incentive, vacation pay, sick time, holiday pay, and work, personal and family time off in accordance with the terms of the applicable plans. Additional information can be found through the link below. For additional general information on company benefits, please go to: https://www.careers.jnj.com/employee-benefits

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**Primary Location** NA-US-4887-Danvers

**Other Locations** NA-United States

**Organization** ABIOMED Inc.(6942)

**Job Function** Clinical Trial Project Management

**Req ID:** 2406181956W

Summary This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Certain Personnel of the DoD Workforce to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service. About the Position: The Position is with the Futures and Concepts Center, G-3/5/7 Analysis Division Fort Huachuca, AZ duty station. The incumbent will serve as an Operations Research Analyst providing cost benefit analysis. Responsibilities Serve as a senior operations analyst with a focus on cost benefit analysis and technical authority for the interpretation and presentation of analytical findings and conclusions. Perform a broad range of cost-benefit studies in areas relating to Doctrine, Organization, Training, Materiel, Leader, Personnel, and Facility (DOTMLPF) requirements within the Department of Defense (DoD) and Army. Independently plans and accomplishes special studies/staff actions. Keep abreast of advances in state-of-the-art technology and new methods by means of membership in professional organizations, attendance at professional conferences, and consultation with other analysts in the cost and benefit analysis community. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications Who May Apply: US Citizens In order to qualify, you must meet the education and experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is in this document. Basic Requirement for Operations Research Analyst (1515): Degree: Bachelor's degree (or higher degree) in operations research; or a degree with at least 24 semester hours in a combination of operations research, mathematics, probability, statistics, mathematical logic, science, or subject-matter courses requiring substantial competence in college-level mathematics or statistics. At least 3 of the 24 semester hours must have been in calculus. In addition to meeting the basic requirement above, to qualify for this position you must also meet the qualification requirements listed below: One year of specialized experience which includes which includes: 1) Applying advanced operations research, mathematics, and statistics sufficient to perform cost benefits analysis; 2) Applying knowledge of economic analyses and other cost analyses methods, models and tools, to integrate cost and benefit analyses; and 3) Leading and organizing studies of complex issues and problems to effectively plan, prepare, and support a range of economic analyses. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-12). You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency in the following areas: Education ***NOTE: TRANSCRIPTS ARE REQUIRED even if you are a current federal employee.*** FOREIGN EDUCATION: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications Additional Information Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration. You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship. One year trial/probationary period may be required. Direct Deposit of Pay is required. Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees. If you have retired from federal service and you are interested in employment as a reemployed annuitant, see the information in the Reemployed Annuitant information sheet. This is a(n) 36 Career Field position. Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement. Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement. When you perform a Civilian Permanent Change of Station (PCS) with the government, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) considers the majority of your entitlements to be taxable. Visit https://www.dfas.mil/civilianemployees/civrelo/Civilian-Moving-Expenses-Tax-Deduction/ for more information. Permanent Change of Station (PCS) allowances MAY be authorized, subject to the provisions of the Joint Travel Regulations and an agency determination that a PCS move is in the Government Interest. The following special programs/incentives MAY be offered if it is appropriate to the position being filled and in the best interest of the government: Advanced in Hire, Advanced Leave Accrual, Recruitment or Relocation Incentives. (If offered, a signed Service Agreement will be required.)

Description:

Lead CRA

CRA oversight- tracking metrics of 5-7 CRAs

Vendor Oversight

Responsible for 2 sites independently as well as oversight

Location: Mountain time

The candidate will be primarily responsible for assisting the Clinical Operations team in the execution of clinical trial deliverables in an effective and efficient manner. The candidate will be responsible oversight of investigational sites in the United States. This includes: overall site management, and monitoring (including start-up, initiation, routine monitoring, and close-out visits), monitoring inventory of ancillary supplies, file maintenance, and ensuring recruitment goals are met.

Requirements/Qualifications:

- At least 3 years as a full-time Lead regional monitor working for a sponsor or Contract Research Organization (CRO)

- Experience managing aspects of CRO functions is a plus

- Travel is required for the position, this may be extensive at times

- Experience managing serious adverse events in collaboration with safety surveillance. Ensuring events are being properly followed to completion

- Extensive experience collaborating/interacting with counterparts at sponsor and other CROs/vendors (laboratories, drug depots, etc.)

- Experience managing clinical trial investigational sites

- Conducting site feasibility assessments, participating in or managing the site selection process, analyzing patient recruitment and retention rates

- Organize and perform site initiation visits and site training activities

- Perform periodic monitoring visits

- Verify biological sample collection, storage, and shipping procedures at the site

- Verify laboratory data is reviewed by the investigator, properly captured in the case report form, and if necessary, is being reconciled properly within the CRF

- Organizing and monitoring investigator study files

- Preparing and organizing local institutional review board(IRB)/ethics committee (EC) submissions in collaboration with the site(s) and Clinical Trials Associates

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

+ Hiring diverse talent

+ Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection

+ Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes

+ Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.

Working with a small US based pharmaceutical company looking for an experienced Lead CRA! The ideal candidate will have existing experience serving as a lead and comfortable with regular travel. NASH experience is desired.

Description:

+ CRA oversight- tracking metrics of 5-7 CRAs

+ Vendor Oversight

+ Responsible for 2 sites independently as well as oversight of additional

Location: Mountain time

The candidate will be primarily responsible for assisting the Clinical Operations team in the execution of clinical trial deliverables in an effective and efficient manner. The candidate will be responsible oversight of investigational sites in the United States. This includes: overall site management, and monitoring (including start-up, initiation, routine monitoring, and close-out visits), monitoring inventory of ancillary supplies, file maintenance, and ensuring recruitment goals are met.

Requirements/Qualifications:

- At least 3 years as a full-time Lead regional monitor working for a sponsor or Contract Research Organization (CRO)

- Experience managing aspects of CRO functions is a plus

- Travel is required for the position, this may be extensive at times

- Experience managing serious adverse events in collaboration with safety surveillance. Ensuring events are being properly followed to completion

- Extensive experience collaborating/interacting with counterparts at sponsor and other CROs/vendors (laboratories, drug depots, etc.)

- Experience managing clinical trial investigational sites

- Conducting site feasibility assessments, participating in or managing the site selection process, analyzing patient recruitment and retention rates

- Organize and perform site initiation visits and site training activities

- Perform periodic monitoring visits

- Verify biological sample collection, storage, and shipping procedures at the site

- Verify laboratory data is reviewed by the investigator, properly captured in the case report form, and if necessary, is being reconciled properly within the CRF

- Organizing and monitoring investigator study files

- Preparing and organizing local institutional review board(IRB)/ethics committee (EC) submissions in collaboration with the site(s) and Clinical Trials Associates

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

+ Hiring diverse talent

+ Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection

+ Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes

+ Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.

**Job Description**

The role is accountable for performance and compliance for assigned protocols and sites in a country.

Under the oversight of the CRA manager or CRD, the person ensures compliance of study conduct with ICH/GCP and country regulations, our company's policies and procedures, quality standards and adverse event reporting requirements internally and externally.

Acts as primary site contact and site manager throughout all phases of a clinical research study, taking overall responsibility of allocated sites.

Actively develops and expands the territory for clinical research, finding and developing new sites. Participates in internal meetings and workstreams as SME for monitoring processes and systems.

**Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:**

+ Develops strong site relationships and ensures continuity of site relationships through all phases of the trial.

+ Performs clinical study site management/monitoring activities in compliance with ICH-GCP, Sponsor SOPs, Local Laws & Regulations, Protocol, Site Monitoring Plan and associated documents.

+ Gains an in-depth understanding of the study protocol and related procedures.

+ Coordinates & manages various tasks in collaboration with other sponsor roles to achieve Site Ready.

+ Participates & provides inputs on site selection and validation activities.

+ Performs remote and on-site monitoring & oversight activities using various tools to ensure:

+ Data generated at site are complete, accurate and unbiased.

+ Subjects’ right, safety and well-being are protected.

+ Conducts site visits including but not limited to validation visits, initiation visits, monitoring visits, close-out visits and records clear, comprehensive and accurate visit & non-visit contact reports appropriately in a timely manner.

+ Collects, reviews, and monitors required regulatory documentation for study start-up, study maintenance and study close-out.

+ Communicates with Investigators and site staff on issues related to protocol conduct, recruitment, retention, protocol deviations, regulatory documentation, site audits/inspections and overall site performance.

+ Identifies, assesses and resolves site performance, quality or compliance problems and escalates per defined CRA Escalation Pathway as appropriate in collaboration with CRA Manager, CRM, TA Head and CRD as needed.

+ Works in partnership internally with GCTO country operations, finance, regulatory affairs, pharmacovigilance, legal and regional operations, HQ functional areas and externally with vendors and IRB/IECs and Regulatory Authorities in support of assigned sites.

+ Manages and maintains information and documentation in CTMS, eTMF and various other systems as appropriate and per timelines.

+ Contributes strongly to CRA team knowledge by acting as process Subject Matter Expert (SME), sharing best practices, making recommendations for continuous improvement and providing training as appropriate/required.

+ Supports and/or leads audit/inspection activities as needed.

+ Following the country strategy defined by CRD and CRA manager, contributes to the identification of new potential sites and works closely with them to develop strong clinical research capabilities.

+ Mentors / buddies junior CRAs on process/study requirements and performs co-monitoring visits where appropriate.

+ Could perform Quality control visits if delegated by other roles and trained appropriately.

**Extent of Travel**

+ Ability to travel domestically and internationally approximately 65%-75% of working time.

+ Expected travelling ~2-3 days/week.

+ Current driver’s license preferred (Must have in certain countries).

**Qualifications, Skills & Experience**

**CORE Competency Expectations:**

+ Fluent in Local Languages and English (verbal and written) and excellent communication skills, including the ability to understand and present technical information effectively.

+ Excellent understanding and working knowledge of clinical research, phases of clinical trials, current GCP/ICH & country clinical research law & guidelines.

+ Excellent understanding of Global, Country/Regional Clinical Research Guidelines and ability to work within these guidelines.

+ Demonstrated ability to mentor/lead.

+ Hands on knowledge of Good Documentation Practices.

+ Proven Skills in Site Management including independent management of site performance and patient recruitment.

+ Demonstrated high level of monitoring skill with independent professional judgment.

+ Good IT skills (Use of MS office, use of various clinical IT applications on computer, tablet and mobile devices) and ability to adapt to new IT applications on various devices.

+ Ability to understand and analyze data/metrics and act appropriately, also in a virtual environment.

+ Experience with conducting site motivational visit designed to boost site enrollment.

+ Capable of managing complex issues, works in a solution-oriented manner.

+ Performs root cause analysis and implements preventative and corrective action.

+ Capable of mentoring junior CRAs on process/study requirements and is able to perform co-monitoring visits where appropriate.

**Behavioral Competency Expectations:**

+ Effective time management, organizational and interpersonal skills, conflict management, problem solving skills.

+ Able to work highly independently across multiple protocols, sites and therapy areas.

+ High sense of accountability / urgency. Ability to set priorities and handle multiple tasks simultaneously in a changing environment.

+ Works effectively in a matrix multicultural environment. Ability to establish and maintain culturally sensitive working relationships.

+ Demonstrates commitment to Customer focus.

+ Works with high quality and compliance mind-set.

+ Positive mindset, growth mindset, capable of working independently and being self-driven.

+ Demonstrates and projects professional demeanor and communication consistent with organizational policies and practices.

**Experience Requirements:**

**Required:**

+ Min. 4 years of direct site management (monitoring) experience in a bio/pharma/CRO.

**Preferred:**

+ B.A./B.S. with strong emphasis in science and/or biology

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\#EligibleforERP

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If you have been offered a separation benefits package, but have not yet reached your separation date and are offered a position within the salary and geographical parameters as set forth in the Summary Plan Description (SPD) of your separationpackage, then you are no longer eligible for your separation benefits package. To discuss in more detail, please contact your HRBP or Talent Acquisition Advisor.

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**U.S. Hybrid Work Model**

Effective September 5, 2023, employees in office-based positions in the U.S. will be working a Hybrid work consisting of three total days on-site per week, generally Tuesday, Wednesday and either Monday or Thursday, although the specific days may vary by site or organization, with Friday designated as a remote-working day, unless business critical tasks require an on-site presence. This Hybrid work model does not apply to, and daily in-person attendance is required for, field-based positions; facility-based, manufacturing-based, or research-based positions where the work to be performed is located at a Company site; positions covered by a collective-bargaining agreement (unless the agreement provides for hybrid work); or any other position for which the Company has determined the job requirements cannot be reasonably met working remotely. Please note, this Hybrid work model guidance also does not apply to roles that have been designated as “remote”.

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Expected salary range:

$122,800.00 - $193,300.00

Available benefits include bonus eligibility, health care and other insurance benefits (for employee and family), retirement benefits, paid holidays, vacation, and sick days. For Washington State Jobs, a summary of benefits is listed here (https://www.benefitsatmerck.com/) .

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Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, USA, also known as Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC, Rahway, NJ, USA, does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. All CVs / resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at our company without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of our company. No fee will be paid in the event a candidate is hired by our company as a result of an agency referral where no pre-existing agreement is in place. Where agency agreements are in place, introductions are position specific. Please, no phone calls or emails.

**Employee Status:**

Regular

**Relocation:**

No relocation

**VISA Sponsorship:**

No

**Travel Requirements:**

50%

**Flexible Work Arrangements:**

Remote

**Shift:**

Not Indicated

**Valid Driving License:**

Yes

**Hazardous Material(s):**

NA

**Requisition ID:** R287413

**Why Mayo Clinic**

Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans (https://jobs.mayoclinic.org/benefits/) – to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic. You’ll thrive in an environment that supports innovation, is committed to ending racism and supporting diversity, equity and inclusion, and provides the resources you need to succeed.

**Responsibilities**

Dr. Joe Zein's lab from Pulmonary Medicine Department is interested in hiring a bioinformatician skilled biostatistics and in multiomic data analysis and integration. Additional skills required is knowledge in the application of machine learning and deep learning algorithms. Programming skills include proficiency in using R, Python.

A Research Associate in Bioinformatics/Biostatistics (BST) will have a primary focus in developing software and research techniques and/or tools to analyze and then aid in understanding biological data. Responsibilities and skills required involve computer programming, calculating statistics related to biological information, and mathematics.

**Qualifications**

Must have a Ph.D., M.D. or equivalent doctoral degree in a field deemed relevant by the program.

**Exemption Status**

Exempt

**Compensation Detail**

Education, experience and tenure may be considered along with internal equity when job offers are extended.

**Benefits Eligible**

Yes

**Schedule**

Full Time

**Hours/Pay Period**

80

**International Assignment**

No

**Site Description**

Just as our reputation has spread beyond our Minnesota roots, so have our locations. Today, our employees are located at our three major campuses in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona, Jacksonville, Florida, Rochester, Minnesota, and at Mayo Clinic Health System campuses throughout Midwestern communities, and at our international locations. Each Mayo Clinic location is a special place where our employees thrive in both their work and personal lives. Learn more about what each unique Mayo Clinic campus has to offer, and where your best fit is. (https://jobs.mayoclinic.org/alllocations)

**Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer**

As an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer Mayo Clinic is committed to creating an inclusive environment that values the diversity of its employees and does not discriminate against any employee or candidate. Women, minorities, veterans, people from the LGBTQ communities and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply to join our teams. Reasonable accommodations to access job openings or to apply for a job are available.

**Recruiter**

Lei Feng

**Equal opportunity**

As an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer Mayo Clinic is committed to creating an inclusive environment that values the diversity of its employees and does not discriminate against any employee or candidate. Women, minorities, veterans, people from the LGBTQ communities and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply to join our teams. Reasonable accommodations to access job openings or to apply for a job are available.

Ford Motor Company's Global Data, Insight, and Analytics (GDIA) organization is looking for an experienced analytics professional with a deep understanding of the automotive industry to help shape the future of media measurement at Ford. This unique opportunity will allow you to work with some of the best communications leaders in the industry to help develop a better earned media strategy.

**In this position…**

The role encompasses a wide range, from consultation to better understand objectives and develop a proper measurement strategy, to execution of that strategy with the ultimate goal of presenting actionable insights to team members and executives. This person must feel comfortable balancing multiple priorities and competing tasks in order to deliver results. Both a technical mindset and business mindset are needed to be successful as you will be both analyzing and delivering the results in addition to being responsible for strategy development.

This role requires a detail oriented, creative technologist, comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, who enjoys solving tough problems with a data-centered approach. Success is highly valued, and this person must always be able to defend their approach and analysis. Ultimately, this person will be responsible for understanding objectives and working towards building a self-service analytics platform that allows team members to track progress over time as well as fulfill ad hoc requests.

**What you’ll do…**

+ Act as the internal consultant with key leaders in the Communications Team as well as external partners.

+ Analytical mindset – able to deal with large amounts of both quantitative and qualitative data.

+ Strong visualization skills, knowing the appropriate technique based on the data set.

+ Ability to communicate data without simply reiterating the numbers, providing actionable and understandable insights.

+ Incorporating the right tools to successfully build dashboards that allow team members to interact with the data and gather insights

+ Develop relationships with stakeholders to better understand their needs, ensuring they get the proper information.

+ Strong presentation skills, comfortable presenting findings in front of executives.

+ Keep up-to-date on the latest trends and techniques in data analysis and visualization to deliver best-in-class analytics.

**You'll have...**

+ Bachelor's degree in Informatics, Business, Communications, Statistics, Finance, or Economics or equivalent experience.

+ 3+ years of experience analyzing social and traditional media.

+ 3+ years of experience in a consultative role.

+ 3+ years working with data analysis tools.

+ 3+ years of data visualization expertise.

**Even better, you may have…**

+ Experience in communications research and best practices.

+ Self-starter, detail-oriented and able to multi-task.

+ Strong collaboration and communication skills.

+ Strong problem-solving skills.

+ Strong interpersonal skills and leadership behaviors.

You may not check every box, or your experience may look a little different from what we've outlined, but if you think you can bring value to Ford Motor Company, we encourage you to apply!

As an established global company, we offer the benefit of choice. You can choose what your Ford future will look like: will your story span the globe, or keep you close to home? Will your career be a deep dive into what you love, or a series of new teams and new skills? Will you be a leader, a changemaker, a technical expert, a culture builder…or all of the above? No matter what you choose, we offer a work life that works for you, including:

• Immediate medical, dental, and prescription drug coverage

• Flexible family care, parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up child care and more

• Vehicle discount program for employees and family members, and management leases

• Tuition assistance

• Established and active employee resource groups

• Paid time off for individual and team community service

• A generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year’s Day

• Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time.

For a detailed look at our benefits, click here (https://fordcareers.co/GSR-HTHD) .

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Candidates for positions with Ford Motor Company must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a culturally diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status or protected veteran status. In the United States, if you need a reasonable accommodation for the online application process due to a disability, please call 1-888-336-0660.

\#LI-Remote

**Requisition ID** : 26528

Opportunity to work as a lead CRA supporting a niche hepatology portfolio! This position will support the branded operating company of a top 5 generic drug manufacturer. The role will offer high visibility in a dynamic environment responsible for two ongoing studies. The ideal candidate will be within the midwest/central regions based on required travel of this position.

Must Haves:

+ Bachelor's Degree in Life Sciences

+ 3-5 years of experience as a lead CRA

+ Mountain Time Zone

Description:

The candidate will be primarily responsible for assisting the Clinical Operations team in the execution of clinical trial deliverables in an effective and efficient manner. The candidate will be responsible oversight of investigational sites in the United States. This includes: overall site management, and monitoring (including start-up, initiation, routine monitoring, and close-out visits), monitoring inventory of ancillary supplies, file maintenance, and ensuring recruitment goals are met.

+ CRA oversight- tracking metrics of 5-7 CRAs

+ Vendor Oversight

+ Responsible for 2 sites independently as well as oversight

Requirements/Qualifications:

+ At least 3 years as a full-time Lead regional monitor working for a sponsor or Contract Research Organization (CRO)

+ Experience managing aspects of CRO functions is a plus

+ Travel is required for the position, this may be extensive at times

+ Experience managing serious adverse events in collaboration with safety surveillance. Ensuring events are being properly followed to completion

+ Extensive experience collaborating/interacting with counterparts at sponsor and other CROs/vendors (laboratories, drug depots, etc.)

+ Experience managing clinical trial investigational sites

+ Conducting site feasibility assessments, participating in or managing the site selection process, analyzing patient recruitment and retention rates

+ Organize and perform site initiation visits and site training activities

+ Perform periodic monitoring visits

+ Verify biological sample collection, storage, and shipping procedures at the site

+ Verify laboratory data is reviewed by the investigator, properly captured in the case report form, and if necessary, is being reconciled properly within the CRF

+ Organizing and monitoring investigator study files

+ Preparing and organizing local institutional review board(IRB)/ethics committee (EC) submissions in collaboration with the site(s) and Clinical Trials Associates

WHY ACTALENT

+ Work with a dedicated career partner specialized in your scientific skill set

+ We advocate on your behalf so you get what you want and need out of your job

+ Get performance feedback, career advice, and access to ongoing professional development tools

+ Build your career and learn new skills through projects as diverse as your curiosity

+ You are eligible for benefits, sick-time, and competitive wages that are paid weekly

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

+ Hiring diverse talent

+ Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection

+ Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes

+ Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.