When our values align, there's no limit to what we can achieve.
At Parexel, we all share the same goal - to improve the world's health. From clinical trials to regulatory, consulting, and market access, every clinical development solution we provide is underpinned by something special - a deep conviction in what we do.
Each of us, no matter what we do at Parexel, contributes to the development of a therapy that ultimately will benefit a patient. We take our work personally, we do it with empathy and we're committed to making a difference.
Parexel are 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.
Some specifics about this advertised role
- 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, which are not currently covered by the sponsor Medical Science Liaison (MSL) team, to lead and drive site engagement strategies.
- Lead and drive site and patient engagement initiatives to improve operational excellence and performance in the clinical trial program. Also, to enhance the patient experience in trials, to improve diversity and inclusivity of patients.
- Works with key stakeholders across functions to create and meet clinical operations objectives and work plans with emphasis on site and patient engagement, recruitment timelines and deliverables, and delegates assignments as appropriate.
- Scientific Expertise
- Maintains 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.
- Establishes reputation as a trustworthy and knowledgeable source of scientific and medical information for the healthcare community.
- Supports development of the sponsor positioning as the scientific authority in Oncology.
- Acquires a broad understanding of local and national protocols and standards of clinical practice and trends in disease management in the US.
- Provide clinical presentations and information in response to unsolicited questions (as appropriate) in academic, community, and healthcare provider settings in both group and one-on-one situations.
- Communicates emerging data and the clinical experience with our products through scientific exchange and peer-to-peer interactions discussing benefits and risks in an objective manner.
- 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, resolving a wide range of issues in creative ways.
- 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. Support sites through on-site presentations at healthcare institutions in local healthcare institutions and surrounding communities.
- Provide scientific support for additional activities such as site and patient study specific material development.
- Share best practices across clinical trial teams and other functions.
- Consistently acts to enhance sponsor’s image as an advocate of medical advancement by using knowledge of product, disease state and pipeline products to engage healthcare providers in meaningful scientific exchange of information.
- Document and forward reports of adverse events and product complaints according to sponsor’s policy to ensure safe and effective use of sponsor's products.
- Adheres to the relevant national and local Codes of Practice.
- Behaves ethically and with integrity at all times.
- Acts as an ambassador for sponsor's following company mission and values. Keeps own written development plan and implements.
- Prepares timely reporting according to the company needs.
Who are Parexel
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.
You’ll be an influential member of the wider team.
What we are looking for in this role
- Advanced degree (PharmD, MD, PhD or equivalent) with a minimum of 3 years of experience in oncology medicine is required, or License (RN, NP, CNP, PA or equivalent) with a minimum of a Master’s Degree (or equivalent) and a minimum of 5 years’ experience in oncology medicine is required.
- A minimum of 2 years of experience as a Medical Science Liaison or comparable industry or clinical role is required.
- 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 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, without damage to the relationship.
- 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.
Description of Physical Demands
- Frequent travel between meeting sites.
- Frequently operating a computer, printer, telephone, and other similar office machinery.
Description of 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.
If you are interested, please apply or send your CV to marta.kuniewicz@parexel.com