Senior Study Coordinator

MSD

$67K — $101K *
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in biology, chemistry, or related field, or equivalent experience required
  • Master's degree preferred
  • Minimum 2 years of experience in biological sample testing or reagent/assay development
  • Experience in clinical testing laboratories or contract research organizations preferred
  • Familiarity with GLP and/or GCLP practices preferred

Responsibilities

  • Independently draft protocols and analysis plans and manage amendments
  • Review study records for compliance with protocols and GLP/GCLP standards
  • Communicate with other departments and clients regarding project timelines
  • Participate in pre-initiation meetings and contribute to study discussions
  • Conduct quality control reviews of study data and resolve issues with BPIs
  • Manage study documentation for multiple concurrent projects
  • Assist in data analysis and transfer management

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • 401(k) plan with company matching
  • Flexible spending accounts
  • Company-paid short- and long-term disability insurance
  • Paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, and parental leave
  • Fitness club membership contribution and additional insurance options
Full Job Description
POSITION SUMMARY:

The Senior Study Coordinator (SC) provides support to the Bioanalytical Laboratory (BAL) staff for sample testing studies, including those performed under applicable elements of Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) and Good Clinical Laboratory Practices (GCLP), with minimal supervision. This includes, but is not limited to, project related support by creating study-specific documentation, assisting the Bioanalytical Principal Investigators (BPIs) in tracking project timelines and deliverables, and performing Quality Control review of study data. The Senior SC works closely with the BPIs to support the execution of BAL studies.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Independently drafts protocols, sample analysis plans (SAPs), protocol and SAP amendments, bioanalytical reports, and study schedules, using proposal outline or client-supplied information
• Reviews study records and reports for compliance against protocol, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and GLP/GCLP requirements, as applicable
• Serves as a contact in communication and interaction with other departments and clients on project timelines and deliverables
• Participates in pre-initiation and other study related meetings as required
• Performs Quality Control review of study data and independently works with BPIs to resolve any identified issues
• Manages study documentation for multiple concurrent, moderate to high complexity projects
• Assists BPIs in analyzing and evaluating data for reports and managing data transfers to clients as requested
• Works closely with the data management team to create mock reports and test data transfers and report results to client
• Maintains well-documented, organized, and up-to-date study files including study schedule, protocol, and correspondence, as applicable
• Prepare study files for Archiving at the conclusion of the study
• Assists BPI in monitoring study phases, including updating and maintaining project tracking systems as appropriate
• Adheres to applicable principles of GLP and GCLP

EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS:
• Bachelor's degree in biology, chemistry, or other related scientific discipline, or equivalent work experience required

o Master's degree is preferred
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in biological sample testing or reagent/assay development is required; experience in a clinical testing laboratory or contract research organization is highly preferred
• Experience in customer-facing, technical support, and/or consultative roles preferred
• Training in and experience with GLP and/or GCLP is preferred

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
• Strong scientific fundamentals and analytical background
• Understanding of ligand-binding assays
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to organize, present, and articulate ideas both verbally and in writing
• A professional presence and strong interpersonal skills for interacting in a courteous, timely, and diplomatic manner with all levels of employees as well as external clients/customers
• Ability to receive, understand, and follow verbal and written directions
• Ability to communicate/delegate tasks/projects in a clear, concise manner that is easily understandable to all levels of support
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize workload and meet deadlines with an appropriate sense of urgency
• Proficiency in MS Office suite; familiarity with electronic file management using SharePoint Ability to multi-task and work productively in a demanding environment with changing priorities
• Attention to detail with demonstrated commitment to excellence and performance

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
• This position requires the ability to communicate and exchange information, utilize equipment necessary to perform the job, and move about the office.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:
• This position is performed in a traditional office environment with periodic requirements to work with laboratory personnel in their designated work areas.

COMPENSATION SUMMARY:

The annual base salary for this position ranges from $67,900 to $101,000. This salary range represents a general guideline as MSD considers other factors when presenting an offer of employment, such as scope and responsibilities of the position, external market factors, and the candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities, education and experience. Employees may qualify for a discretionary or non-discretionary bonus in addition to their base salary. These annual bonuses are intended to recognize individual performance and enable employees to benefit from the Company's overall success.

BENEFITS SUMMARY:

At MSD, we offer a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees' well-being and financial security. In addition to competitive salaries, our benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with prescription benefits. We provide a 401(k) plan with company matching, flexible spending accounts, and company-paid short- and long-term disability insurance as well as group life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance. Our offerings also encompass paid vacation, paid sick leave, paid holidays, and paid parental leave, along with an employee assistance program. Additional voluntary perks include a fitness club membership contribution, pet insurance, identity theft protection, home and auto insurance discounts, and optional supplemental life insurance.

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