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Clinical Research Specialist
Job summary
Work model
Kelly Science and Clinical FSP is currently seeking a Clinical Research Specialist for a long-term engagement in Irvine, CA with one of our Global Medical Device clients. This position is hybrid. This person will join our Kelly FSP (Functional Service Provider) division, a managed solution provider and business unit of Kelly Services, Inc. This role is full-time and is offering full benefit options. As a Kelly FSP employee you may be eligible for Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K and a variety of other benefits to choose from. You may also be eligible for paid time off, including holiday, vacation, and sick/personal time.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Under general direction and in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws/regulations and Corporate, procedures and guidelines, this position:
- Serves as a Clinical Research Specialist within the Clinical R&D Department to support execution of company sponsored clinical trials, ensuring compliance with timelines and study milestones.
- Participates in the feasibility, selection, set up, conduct and closure of a clinical trial within the allocated countries, in accordance with the ICH-GCP, applicable legislation and Company Standard Operating Procedure.
- May serve as the primary contact for clinical trial sites (e.g. site management).
- Assists in the development of clinical trial documents (e.g. study protocol, informed consents, CRF, monitoring plan, study manual, investigator brochure, annual reports).
- Supports applicable trial registration (e.g. from study initiation through posting of results and support publications as needed).
- Coordinates and executes ordering, tracking, and accountability of investigational devices and trial materials.
- Interfaces and collaborates with site personnel, IRBs/ECs, contractors/vendors, and company personnel.
- Interfaces and collaborates with Clinical Research Associates (CRAs).
- Assists in overseeing and supports the development and execution of Investigator agreements and trial payments.
- Assists in clinical data review to prepare data for statistical analyses and publications.
- May perform monitoring activities including site qualification visits, site initiation visits, interim monitoring visits or close out visits based on study needs.
- May provide on-site procedural protocol compliance and data collection support to the clinical trial sites.
- Assists in tracking assigned project budgets.
- May perform other duties assigned as needed.
- Responsible for communicating business related issues or opportunities to next management level. Function as a reliable, trusted resource of accurate, up-to-date project knowledge as requested by key stakeholders.
- Responsible for ensuring personal and company compliance with all Federal, State, local and company regulations, policies and procedures.
- Should develop a strong understanding of the pipeline, product portfolio and business needs.
- Generally, manages work with supervision. Independent decision-making for simple situations but requires guidance for complex situations.
EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION
Education
- Minimum of a Bachelor's Degree preferably in Life Science, Physical Science, Nursing, or Biological Science required.
Experience
- BS with at least 2 years, MS and PhD with at least 1 year of relevant experience preferred.
- Previous experience in clinical research or equivalent is desired.
- Relevant industry certifications preferred (i.e., CCRA, CCRC, CCRP, RAC, CDE, GCP, ISO 14155, MDR, MEDDEV,...).
- Clinical/medical background is a plus.
- Medical device experience is a plus.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES AND AFFILIATIONS
Functional and Technical Competencies
- Good understanding of clinical research science and processes, clinical trends, and global clinical trial regulations.
- Proven track record in supporting clinical projects within clinical/ surgical research setting, on time, and in compliance to SOPs and regulations.
- Presentation and technical writing skills.
- Written and oral English communication skills.