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Purpose:

The Clinical Research Lead (CRL) is responsible for the management of clinical Investigators and sites being considered and/or participating in Lilly clinical trials and / or Post Marketing Safety Studies; inclusive of Investigator / site identification and qualification, the timely delivery of clinical trial enrollment in accordance with scientific objectives, timely delivery of database locks, issues management at clinical trial sites, and ensuring inspection readiness at all times for assigned therapeutic area(s) within a region/country that enables global program delivery. This is achieved by the CRL’s accountability for comprehensive Investigator and site management, leveraging of information/tools to make/have informed decisions and discussions, and high quality interactions with global clinical trial sites to drive to an unparalled customer experience. The CRL is also responsible for oversight of vendor monitoring activities at clinical trial sites, including the identification, mitigation and escalation of significant findings and trends.

Additional local responsibilities may be required as needed/appropriate for the local geography.

In countries where there is not an Associate Director / Director Investigator Engagement located, the CRL may be accountable for representing Investigator Engagement internally and externally with Regulatory and other External Bodies and may be responsible for understanding and influencing the regulatory environment and strategy within the country.

Primary Responsibilities: This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the job requirements at the time it was prepared. The job requirements of any position may change over time and may include additional responsibilities not specifically described in the job description. Consult with your supervision regarding your actual job responsibilities and any related duties that may be required for the position.

Clinical Investigator Management

Accountable for activities required at clinical trial sites and by investigators and site staff participating in Lilly trials; inclusive of site identification and qualification, enrollment planning and execution, to database lock and close outAccountable for comprehensive investigator management activities to ensure timely delivery of enrollment readiness, trial recruitment/enrollment and database locks; inclusive of performance management and issue mitigation, identification and resolutionResponsible for identifying potential opportunities to accelerate trial enrollment, while driving to an unparalleled clinical trial/customer experienceAccountable for the application of scientific, therapeutic area, and institutional/regional expertise to inform and ensure timely delivery of trial enrollment and quality dataAccountable for the development of strategic institutional/site relationships to optimize the delivery of clinical trial programs; including across therapeutic areas where applicable

Clinical Trial Management

Responsible for the development and implementation of applicable investigator / site risk plans to ensure delivery of clinical trial enrollment commitments and database locksEnsure site and country level inspection readiness at all timesLeverage metrics to inform site/country/regional level decision makingWork with internal and external teams to remove barriers to trial execution at a site and/or country levelResponsible for understanding local treatment paradigms and standard of care to support targeted feasibility and strategic allocation of trials as requiredProvide vendor oversight for site monitoring activities at site/country levelFor countries with PMS requirements: Responsible for Post-Marketing Safety Study management including CRO selection, Regulatory Document Development, and Project Management in compliance with local requirement as required.

Business Management and Engagement

Establishes and develops strong professional relationships with active/potential clinical investigators to expand/maintain clinical research partnership opportunities and provide an unparalleled experience for participation in Lilly clinical trials.Cross functional collaboration and partnership to ensure alignment in priorities and deliver the portfolioPerform targeted sites prospecting in alignment with portfolio strategy & priorityMaintain therapeutic and technical expertise to enable scientific discussions with the investigator and site personnelServe as an effective communication “bridge” between sites, third party vendors and LillyInfluence and challenge internal and external factors in order to improve clinical research delivery

Country / Regulatory (where required in countries where Associate Director / Director Investigator Engagement is not located)

Influence and engage with Regulatory bodies, Ethical Review Boards and other National Authorities to represent Lilly Investigator Engagement in the country Clinical Trial environment(s).Engage and influence within Country Pharmaceutical Associations / Affiliated bodies.Ensure internal processes and procedures are maintained to reflect and comply with country requirements. Share with other functions as appropriate and ensure local procedures are maintained.Engage in the external clinical development community to influence improvements, and drive the incorporation of learnings into internal improvement efforts and strategyEngage with affiliate leadership in support of the Associate Director / Director Investigator Engagement to ensure implementation of affiliate and regional initiatives

Minimum Qualification Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent Minimum of 3 years experience in the pharmaceutical industry and/or clinical research and strong working knowledge of Good Clinical PracticeTherapeutic expertise and knowledge of the clinical research landscape; ability to acquire and maintain therapeutic expertise to support portfolio needsStrong self-management and organizational skills; ability to manage workload, set personal priorities and adjust as neededStrong communication skills (both verbal and written), language proficiency, and ability to influence othersDemonstrated strategic agility & broad business acumenDemonstrated leadership behaviors with ability to accept challenges, seek opportunities to remove barriers, influence without authority, and lead in areas of uncertainty

Other Information/Additional Preferences:

Strong preferences for Bachelor’s degree in scientific or health-related fieldStrong organizational/planning skillsDemonstrated ability to enhance/improve customer experienceFluent in English as well as required language to conduct day-to-day businessStrong knowledge in country regulatory guidelines/requirementsStrong teamwork and interpersonal skillsDemonstrated decision-making abilityAbility to develop and apply innovative solutionsLocation: PolandTravel required (50-75%)

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