Work Schedule
Standard (Mon-Fri)
Environmental Conditions
Office
Job Description
Join Us as a Senior Feasibility SL SpeciaIist - Make an Impact at the Forefront of Innovation
The Senior Feasibility SL SpeciaIist represents Thermo Fisher Scientific in the global medical research community. This role develops collaborative relationships with investigators and site personnel to conduct feasibility assessments in accordance with feasibility processes and within deliverable timelines. Develops a local knowledge base of sites in the respective market through collaborative working with local Thermo Fisher personnel. Utilizes local knowledge, Thermo Fisher systems, external site lists and sponsor directives to develop and review site lists that are suitable for the strategic needs of the feasibility and to provide local input into the site tiering process.
What You'll Do:
• Implement feasibility assessments.
• Develop site lists, including research from internal and external sources to ensure the site list is reflective of the defined site profile. Ensure current investigator and site staff contact details are appropriately maintained in company systems.
• Ensure completion of the ‘Site Interest Plan’ in CTMS and collection and delivery of associated documents from investigators and site personnel. Document in real time all communication, attempts and follow up associated with site contact and survey responses.
• Review survey data to ensure responses are logical, complete and reflective of the question asked.
• Work in collaboration with SF Specialist to achieve targeted response goals for assigned projects. Communicate with the Strategic Feasibility team, appropriate SI&A and clinical personnel regarding site issues and feasibility risks.
• Serve as the Lead ‘FSLA’ when multiple resources are assigned to a project.
• Coordinate activity to ensure an efficient, effective plan is in place for site contact and follow up. Oversee the resource(s) to ensure compliance with the plan and escalate performance concerns/non-compliance to SF Specialist and SF Manager.
• Serve as the local expert regarding site capacity and expertise. Work with key local personnel to gather knowledge base and recommend additional sites.
• Harness this knowledge base when performing local tiering of sites.
• Where applicable, develop and maintain relationships with client local affiliates.
• Champion the inclusion of Strategic Collaboration sites into the feasibility process.
• Conduct phone interviews, scripted or non-scripted, with physicians and other site personnel to discuss standard of care and obtain protocol-level input to support trial optimization projects.
• Where applicable, conduct on-site feasibility visits (Asia Pac only).
• Liaise with Global Investigator Services to resolve investigator queries in real time and maintain ‘accounts and contact’ information.
• Contribute to the development and roll out of global strategic feasibility processes and best practices.
• Train new FSLA’s on strategic feasibility processes and systems.
• Act as a mentor for new teammates.
• Utilise local knowledge to input into the identification and development of new Strategic Collaboration sites within local market.
• Contribute to discussions with FSLA’s in other regions to support a collaborative network with consistent processes and sharing of best practices.
• Serve as a subject matter expert on feasibility survey tools and provide input on the development of future systems/releases.
• Expand therapeutic knowledge and expertise (where country structure permits TA alignment of role).
Education & Experience Requirements:
• Bachelor’s Degree in life sciences or related field or certification in a related allied health profession from an appropriately accredited institution (i.e.: RN, MT, PA, RPh, RT) or equivalent and relevant formal academic / vocational qualification
• Experience as a clinical research monitor, site study coordinator, research nurse, or feasibility specialist., or extensive experience as a research/project assistant that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job (typically 2+ years’ experience required)
In some cases an equivalency, consisting of a combination of appropriate education, training and/or directly related experience, will be considered sufficient for an individual to meet the requirements of the role.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:
• Effective oral and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with medical personnel
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Strong attention to detail and quality of documentation
• Good negotiation skills
• Good computer skills and the ability to learn appropriate software
• Fluency in local language as well as a good command of the English language and grammar skills
• Good judgment and decision-making skills
• Basic medical/therapeutic area and medical terminology knowledge
• Ability to work in a team environment or independently, with minimal supervision, as required
• Ability to mentor fellow SIA team members in a positive and effective manner
• Excellent team player with teambuilding skills
• Basic organizational and planning skills
• Excellent knowledge of local health systems
• Ability to attain and maintain a working knowledge of GCP and applicable SOPs
• Excellent customer focus
• Proven flexibility and adaptability
• Ability to work in a matrix environment
• A proven relationship builder
• An independent thinker
• Ability to manage risk and perform risk escalation appropriately
Working Conditions and Environment:
• Work is performed in an office/ laboratory and/or a clinical environment.
• Varied hours may be required occasionally.
• Travel may be required occasionally.
• Exposure to biological fluids with potential exposure to infectious organisms.
• Exposure to electrical office equipment.
• Personal protective equipment required such as protective eyewear, garments and gloves.
Why Join Us?
When you join Thermo Fisher Scientific, you become part of a global team that values passion, innovation, and a commitment to scientific excellence. You’ll work in an environment where collaboration and development are part of the everyday experience—and where your contributions truly make a difference.
Apply today to help us deliver tomorrow’s breakthroughs.