Clinical Project Coordinator, IQVIA Biotech (home-based) at IQVIA

Centurion, Gauteng, South Africa

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Biotechnology, PharmaceuticalIndustries

Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree in life sciences or other related field required
  • 3–4 years’ experience or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
  • Good knowledge within a specific discipline typically gained through extensive work experience and/or education
  • Basic knowledge of clinical trials, applicable clinical research regulatory requirements (e.g., Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and International Conference on Harmonization (ICH) guidelines)
  • Knowledge of clinical systems such as CTMS and experience with Trial Master File (TMF) filing
  • Experience with EAC reporting preferred
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills including good command of English language; good communication and interpersonal skills
  • Good problem-solving skills
  • Results and detail-oriented approach to work, delivery, and output; good planning, time management, and prioritization skills; attention to detail and accuracy in work
  • Good software and computer skills, including MS Office applications
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships

Responsibilities

  • Assist in the establishment and maintenance of all project documentation including all files, records, and reports according to the scope of work and standard operating procedures (SOPs)
  • Assist with periodic review/audit of files for accuracy and completeness
  • Assist with the coordination and tracking of all information, communications, documents, materials, and supplies for assigned projects
  • Manage study specific eTraining and oversee compliance
  • Support the updating and maintenance of internal systems, databases, tracking tools, timelines, and project plans with project specific information
  • Prepare and distribute status, tracking, and project finance reports; assist the project manager(s) with budget allocation and approval of invoices
  • Organize and support project leader (PL) in managing internal study team and customer meetings
  • Take and record minutes, notes, and actions at assigned meetings; distribute and follow up accordingly
  • Support the preparation of presentation materials for meetings (internal/external) and project summary data
  • Support the coordination of project team and/or customer meetings including logistics and materials required
  • Identify and escalate discrepancies in project tracking data, timesheet coding, expense data billing, etc
  • Establish and manage performance dashboards; analyze event triggers and alerts and determine appropriate follow up for PL or others to act upon
  • Monitor metrics and make required updates in IQVIA systems to ensure accurate and timely reporting is available to senior management
  • Coordinate onboarding of new Key Members and system access
  • Assist in the training and orienting of more junior project support staff
  • Support, with minimal supervision, the Project Leader (PL) and Clinical Project Manager (CPM) with project management activities to ensure all work is conducted in accordance with SOPs, policies and practices, GCP, applicable regulatory requirements, and meets quality/timeline metrics; ensure customer satisfaction is met in relation to assigned project/s

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Project ManagementClinical ResearchGCPSOPsDocument ManagementTracking ToolseTrainingMeeting CoordinationBudget TrackingInvoice Approval

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

Is this position remote or home-based?

Yes, this is a home-based position.

What are the working hours for this role?

Working hours are anticipated to be either 11:00 AM–8:00 PM (including a 1-hour break) or 11:30 AM–8:00 PM (including a 30-minute break), with the exact schedule confirmed before the start date.

What qualifications are required for this position?

A Bachelor's Degree in life sciences or other related field is required, along with good knowledge within the field.

What does the company culture look like?

The company has an agile structure, collaborative culture, and deep therapeutic expertise.

What skills make a strong candidate for this role?

Strong candidates should have a Bachelor's in life sciences, good knowledge in the field, and experience supporting project management with minimal supervision, including documentation, coordination, and system maintenance.

IQVIA

Advanced analytics and clinical research services

About IQVIA

IQVIA provides advanced analytics, technology solutions, and clinical research services specifically for the life sciences industry. Their services utilize extensive data resources and technology to create connections within healthcare, allowing clients to gain insights that help speed up the development and marketing of new medical treatments. This process is facilitated by their IQVIA Connected Intelligence™ system, which offers quick and flexible insights. IQVIA stands out from competitors by focusing on patient privacy, employing various technologies to protect individual data. The company's goal is to enhance healthcare outcomes by supporting biotech, pharmaceutical, and medical device companies, as well as researchers and government agencies, in understanding diseases and advancing medical science.

Durham, North CarolinaHeadquarters
1998Year Founded
$3,526MTotal Funding
POST_IPO_EQUITYCompany Stage
Cybersecurity, Biotechnology, HealthcareIndustries
10,001+Employees

Risks

Rapid advancement of cancer vaccines may disrupt traditional clinical research models.
Proliferation of disparate technological solutions causes technology overload in clinical trials.
Generative AI technologies face challenges in adoption due to data privacy concerns.

Differentiation

IQVIA leverages advanced analytics and big data for life sciences solutions.
The company offers privacy-enhancing technologies to protect individual patient data.
IQVIA's AI Assistant provides rapid, actionable insights for healthcare and life sciences.

Upsides

Increased adoption of decentralized clinical trials enhances patient-centric study designs.
AI-driven drug discovery accelerates identification of potential drug candidates.
Expansion of telemedicine facilitates remote patient monitoring and data collection.

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