Company Description

We are the company that cares – for our staff, for our clients, for our partners and for the quality of the work we do.  A dynamic, global company founded in 1995, we bring together 3000 driven, dedicated and passionate individuals.  We work on the frontline of medical science, changing lives, and bringing new medicines to those who need them.

PSI’s business is about conducting clinical research of novel medications. We work at the interface of R&D, pharmaceutical industry and healthcare science and provide services to big and mid-sized pharmaceutical companies.  We help our clients to generate data about safety and efficacy of medications and bring the best ones to market.  By conducting global clinical research trials, PSI makes cutting-edge treatment available in drugstores all over the world and helps patients with serious medical conditions to improve or even save their life.  Help us to make sure that PSI medical and business documents are clear to patients, physicians, regulatory authorities, and clients.

We offer an inspiring story of the company that has grown organically from a handful of countries to global presence.  PSI is a mature company with standards and practices, but we do not stand still.  Every day, there is a figurative Everest to climb, and you will not get bored here.

Job Description

We’re searching for a knowledgeable, team-oriented CRA II to manage the clinical aspects of full-service global projects in Japan. As a CRA II at PSI, you will work on the frontline of communication with project stakeholders, ensuring timelines, targets and standards of clinical research projects in a variety of therapeutic indications.  You will build and maintain relationships with clinical sites and investigators.  You will focus on subjects’ rights, safety and well-being and quality of data compliance.

You will:

Conduct and report all types of onsite monitoring visitsBe involved in study startupPerform CRF review, source document verification and query resolutionFacilitate site budgets and contract negotiationsMonitor trial progress on the country levelBe responsible for site communication and managementBe a point of contact for in-house support services and vendorsCommunicate with internal project teams regarding study progressParticipate in feasibility researchSupport regulatory team in preparing documents for study submissions

Qualifications

Office is based in Japan, Tokyo (Hybrid/Remote work arrangement available) 

Applicants outside of Tokyo are welcome to apply! 

College/University degree in Life Sciences, Pharmacy, RN or an equivalent combination of education, training & experienceMin. 2 years of independent on-site monitoring experience in JapanExperience in all types of monitoring visits in Phase II and/or IIIExperience in feasibility assessment and study set-up process is preferableExperience in Multiple Sclerosis, Inflammatory Bowel Disease, Oncology, Infectious Diseases is a plusFull working proficiency in English and JapanesePC skills to be able to work with MS Word, Excel and PowerPointAbility to plan, multitask and work in a dynamic team environmentCommunication, collaboration, and problem-solving skillsAbility to travel up to 30% to 40%

Additional Information

How are we different?

PSI is privately owned by the very people who founded the company more than 25 years ago, and they’re still working here today. As a result, we have grown organically around the globe and have kept our company fully independent, giving us significant advantages and freedoms.  

Being a Part of the Team

As a part of the PSI team, you will have a fair degree of ownership and autonomy to make nuanced country-and department-specific adjustments while nurturing the global PSI culture that unites us across six continents.

You will receive continuous support from your global peers and join a fast-paced, innovative, and results-oriented working environment with lean communication lines. We pride ourselves on being approachable, receptive to new ideas, and open to feedback.

Growth Opportunities

PSI is proud to invest in our people, from entry-level team members to senior leaders, helping you identify and hone your unique strengths at every step of your career. From on-the-job learning experiences to formal development programs, our professionals have a variety of opportunities to continue to grow throughout their career.

PSI is an inclusive and equal opportunity employer and is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce that reflects the community we serve.