Role Description
The Clinical Trials Assistant supports Clinical Operations to ensure studies are completed, on time, within budget and in compliance with SOPs, FDA regulations and ICH/GCP guidelines. The CTA will archive and organize clinical trial master file documents, including clinical study site documents, generate filing indexes and maintain current lists of correspondence.
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Assist in preparation of documents including regulatory document templates, study binders, study communications and presentations.
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Manage clinical, regulatory, and study-related essential documents such as study protocols, Informed Consent Forms, etc.
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Assist with all aspects of initial study drug release including regulatory packet review and study-drug release.
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Assist in the preparation and development of study-specific training materials.
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Participate in the planning of investigator meetings.
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Interact with sites as needed to respond to issues.
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Handle incoming and outgoing shipments, as needed.
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Monitor and track monitoring visit reports.
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Assist with tracking of clinical trial progress including status update reports, as required.
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Participate in the review of clinical data at the case report form, data listing, and report table levels.
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Collect enrollment updates and reports on a weekly basis.
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Assist PM with set up and preparation of project meetings.
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File and QC trial master files.
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Ensure documents are filed/uploaded into the eTMF in a timely and accurate manner.
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Review and maintain up-to-date training records for the study team.
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Document changes in study team members including updating the Study Contact Sheet.
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Complete Study Plan Checklist for study Plans as assigned.
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Identify and escalate issues appropriately.
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May act as a central contact for the clinical team for designated project communications, correspondence, and associated documentation.
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Perform data entry into designated clinical tracking systems in accordance with project requirements.
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Perform other miscellaneous related duties, as required.
Qualifications
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BS/BA preferred. High school diploma/certificate or educational equivalent required.
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Must possess a general knowledge of applicable clinical research requirements, including GCP and ICH guidelines.
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Minimum of 2 years of clinical research experience required; one year CTA experience preferred but not required.
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Demonstrated organizational and coordination skills with attention to detail.
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Solid understanding of clinical drug development is preferred.
Requirements
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Strong Microsoft Office skills.
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Strong written and verbal communication skills.
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Effective time management and organizational skills.
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Attention to detail and accuracy in work.
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Strong customer service orientation.
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Ability to work effectively and efficiently handling multiple tasks simultaneously.
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Ability to facilitate a teamwork philosophy with a positive attitude.