[Hiring] Global Patient and Site Engagement - Clinical Trial Liaison @Parexel

Role Description

Parexel is currently recruiting for an experienced Global Patient and Site Engagement – Clinical Trial Liaison professional to join one of our growing sponsors in Spain. This will be a fully remote home-based position and is only open to applicants in the countries listed above.

• Clinical Trial Site Engagement:
  • Identify and develop peer-to-peer relationships with key opinion leaders (KOLs), Principal investigators, sub-investigators, and healthcare providers within the Oncology therapeutic area for select Jazz pipeline indications, including Breast Cancer.
  • Lead and drive site and patient engagement initiatives to improve operational excellence and performance in the clinical trial program.
  • Enhance the patient experience in trials, improve diversity and inclusivity of patients.
  • Work with key stakeholders across functions to create and meet clinical operations objectives and work plans.
• Scientific Expertise:
  • Maintain an up-to-date and deep knowledge of the therapy area, sponsor's products, new and emerging areas of research, therapeutic issues and trends, and competitive landscape.
  • Establish a reputation as a trustworthy and knowledgeable source of scientific and medical information for the healthcare community.
  • Support development of the sponsor positioning as the scientific authority in Oncology.
  • Provide clinical presentations and information in response to unsolicited questions in academic, community, and healthcare provider settings.
  • Communicate emerging data and clinical experience with our products through scientific exchange and peer-to-peer interactions.
  • Provide scientific support for additional activities such as medical congress staffing, advisory boards, and sales training initiatives.
  • Develop and execute territory plans in alignment with site engagement plans.
  • Lead site and patient activities cross-functionally across the portfolio to achieve the group’s goals and objectives.
  • Identify and communicate key clinical and research issues and insights from clinical research sites and healthcare providers to clinical study teams.
  • Participate in clinical study education for healthcare professionals (HCPs) in communities around clinical trial sites.
  • Document and forward reports of adverse events and product complaints according to sponsor’s policy.
  • Adhere to the relevant national and local Codes of Practice.
  • Behave ethically and with integrity at all times.
  • Act as an ambassador for sponsor's mission and values.
  • Prepare timely reporting according to the company needs.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree (PharmD, MD, PhD or equivalent) with a minimum of 3 years of experience in oncology medicine, or a License (RN, NP, CNP, PA or equivalent) with a minimum of a Master’s Degree and a minimum of 5 years’ experience in oncology medicine.
• A minimum of 2 years of experience as a Medical Science Liaison or comparable industry or clinical role.
• Spanish is required; any other languages for these regions would be a plus, but not required.
• Experience in solid tumors/targeted therapies and a strong track record of success is strongly preferred.
• This is a field position, and applicants must be willing to travel ~60% of the time.
• Valid driver’s license and live in proximity of a major airport.
• Ability to research and critically analyze and communicate complex scientific and medical information and data.
• Clear and concise communication and presentation skills.
• Excellent planning and organization skills, with high-level attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong strategic mindset.
• Highly self-motivated and ability to work autonomously.
• Ability to learn quickly, be flexible and results-focused in a rapidly changing environment.
• Excellent negotiation skills.
• Demonstrated skills in inter-personal relationship building, networking, collaboration, and teamwork.
• Requires the ability to influence without authority or gain acceptance/consensus from others in sensitive situations.
• Strong capabilities working with digital platforms and tools are required.
• Excellent command of spoken English.
• Knowledge of geography, healthcare environment, and external experts in academia and medical community.
• Demonstrated ability to develop trust and relationships with opinion leaders in disease states of interest.
• Understanding of regulatory requirements for field-based personnel.

Requirements

• Frequent travel between meeting sites.
• Frequently operating a computer, printer, telephone, and other similar office machinery.

Work Environment

• Frequent interactions with external contacts in their office environment with little exposure to excessive noise, dust, fumes, vibrations, and temperature changes.
• Frequent computer laptop or tablet use, not usually at a workstation.

Company Description

Parexel supports clinical studies across the full range of therapeutic areas, and we have longstanding partnerships with a vast client base. We supported the trials of most of today’s top 50 best-selling drugs, but equally we enable more niche drug developments that are critical to the well-being of many patients.