Neurocrine Biosciences is a leading biopharmaceutical company with a simple purpose: to relieve suffering for people with great needs. We are dedicated to discovering, developing and commercializing life-changing treatments for patients with under-addressed neurological, psychiatric, endocrine and immunological disorders. The company's diverse portfolio includes FDA-approved treatments for tardive dyskinesia, chorea associated with Huntington's disease, classic congenital adrenal hyperplasia, hyperphagia in patients with Prader-Willi syndrome, endometriosis* and uterine fibroids*, as well as a robust pipeline including multiple compounds in mid- to late-phase clinical development across our core therapeutic areas. For more than three decades, we have applied our unique insight into neuroscience and the interconnections between brain and body systems to treat complex conditions. We relentlessly pursue medicines to ease the burden of debilitating diseases and disorders, because you deserve brave science. For more information, visit neurocrine.com, and follow the company on LinkedIn, X, Facebook and YouTube. (*in collaboration with AbbVie)
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Support in development of strategic direction of clinical system(s) functionality to align with business demands and industry best practices
Participate in development and presentation of business cases to support approval for clinical system(s) implementation
Provides compliance guidance for the setup, maintenance and reporting from one or more clinical system(s)
Plan/assist the set-up, review, maintenance and archival of study specific TMFs according to applicable regulations and industry standards in collaboration with the CO Study Team, Vendors, Functional Group Representatives and other Stakeholders
Creates the documentation of set-up, review, maintenance and archival of study specific TMFs in TMF Plans and study specific TMF Index. Plans may include TMF transition and/or migration activities
Serves as subject matter expert for the eTMF, providing technical expertise and advice to end-users and all stakeholders. Takes a proactive role in providing a high level of service to eTMF end-users
Lead monthly eTMF meetings for internal CO Study Team
Manages the Clinical System, including managing user access, user training, and system releases
Act as lead Clinical System Admin (add organization, user help, troubleshoot errors, etc.)
Generate and send out monthly dashboards and reports
Evaluates key performance indicators related to clinical trial accuracy, timeliness and completeness of TMFs against milestone-based projections
Proactively informs CO Study Team Leaders and Upper Managers of deficiencies from informal reviews
Prepares for and participates in internal or external audits/inspections including providing audit/inspection responses and facilitating inspector access to TMFs, as required
Participates in quarterly TMF Veeva update meetings and Computer System Validation activities, as necessary
Supports CO Study Team Members in Change Incident Management and Risk Assessment as requested
Participates in CO Study Team meetings and eTMF QC meetings, as requested
Creates TMF Standard Operating Procedures and Work Instructions to keep current with industry best practices for TMF management, quality and archival
Demonstrates technical and strategic knowledge of applicable regulatory requirements, including electronic technology industry standards, applicable specifications, standard operating procedures, ICH/GCP guidelines and other regulatory requirements. Constantly maintains knowledge in an on-going manner
Develops and maintains close working relationships with other functional areas outside of Clinical Operations e.g. Regulatory, Biometrics, Safety Pharmacovigilance, Drug Supply, CROs, Vendors etc. to facilitate TMF development
Perform other duties as necessary and assigned by management
BS/BA degree in life science or related field or RN AND 6+ years working directly with clinical trial documentation working at a biotech/pharmaceutical company or CRO. Additional years of experience in lieu of educational requirement may be considered. OR
Master’s degree life science or related field AND 4+ years of experience as noted above
Has knowledge of best practices in the functional discipline and familiarity with the broader underlying concepts of related business disciplines
Works to improve tools and processes within functional area
Developing reputation inside the company as it relates to area of expertise
Ability to work as part of and lead multiple teams
Exhibits leadership skill and ability, typically leads lower levels and/or indirect teams
Excellent computer skills
Excellent communications, problem-solving, analytical thinking skills
Sees broader picture, impact on multiple departments/divisions
Ability to meet multiple deadlines across a variety of projects/programs, with a high degree of accuracy and efficiency
Excellent project management skills
Knowledge of FDA regulations, Good Clinical Practices (GCPs), and ICH Guidelines necessary
Working knowledge of clinical study documents and managing Trial Master Files in Clinical Systems (eTMF and CTMS - Veeva preferred)
Ability to process, archive, and retrieve documents in electronic format
Working knowledge of clinical trials is required
Computer proficiency with MS Office
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Neurocrine Biosciences is an EEO/Disability/Vets employer.
We are committed to building a workplace of belonging, respect, and empowerment, and we recognize there are a variety of ways to meet our requirements. We are looking for the best candidate for the job and encourage you to apply even if your experience or qualifications don’t line up to exactly what we have outlined in the job description.
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The annual base salary we reasonably expect to pay is $130,800.00-$179,000.00. Individual pay decisions depend on various factors, such as primary work location, complexity and responsibility of role, job duties/requirements, and relevant experience and skills. In addition, this position offers an annual bonus with a target of 30% of the earned base salary and eligibility to participate in our equity based long term incentive program. Benefits offered include a retirement savings plan (with company match), paid vacation, holiday and personal days, paid caregiver/parental and medical leave, and health benefits to include medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans.