NCI/NCTN Regulatory Affairs Specialist Senior (Abramson Cancer Center) (Remote Eligible)
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Posted Job Title
NCI/NCTN Regulatory Affairs Specialist Senior (Abramson Cancer Center) (Remote Eligible)
Job Profile Title
Regulatory Affairs Specialist Senior
Job Description Summary
The Abramson Cancer Center (ACC) of the University of Pennsylvania is a world leader in developing and conducting innovative clinical trials for the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of cancer. The ACC is instrumental in the development and implementation of cancer clinical trials that offer cutting-edge oncology treatments. Contingent upon funding.
Job Description
The ACC seeks a full-time NCI/NCTN Senior Regulatory Affairs Specialist to participate in the coordination of Phase I-IV clinical trials sponsored by the NCI/NCTN. Reporting to the Regulatory Affairs Manager, the NCI/NCTN Senior Regulatory Affairs Specialist will, independently prepare and process all regulatory documentation through the Penn IRB/CIRB, CTSRMC, and all applicable regulatory review committees- including new submissions, continuing reviews, amendments, adverse events, and reportable events. He/she will, independently prepare and process all required regulatory documentation required by the Lead Protocol Organization (LPO), the NCI and the FDA (as applicable), as well as, organize and maintain all regulatory affairs documentation/files. He/she will serve as the primary point of contact and facilitator for the CIRB Signatory Institution Worksheet, supporting/referenced documentation, and associated workflows. The NCI/NCTN Senior Regulatory Affairs Specialist is expected to resolve regulatory and data queries, and participate in both internal/external initiation, monitoring, audit, and close-out visits. He/she will participate in study team meetings, research team meetings, and ongoing protocol training/compliance meetings. The NCI/NCTN Senior Regulatory Affairs Specialist is expected to provide direct regulatory/compliance guidance across a broad spectrum of trial types and supporting infrastructures. Additional duties relevant to regulatory affairs as assigned.
Qualifications:
The successful candidate must have effective problem solving and critical thinking abilities; effective communication and writing skills; strong organizational and time management skills; flexible and able to multi-task; demonstrated ability to work as part of a team, as well as independently; knowledge of IRB and human research protection regulations, including ICH GCP guidelines. The successful candidate must be self-driven with heightened attention to detail. Candidates must desire to work in a fast-paced environment with competing priorities. Candidates should welcome constructive criticism, be open to learning new approaches, and committed to continued career/professional growth. Candidates must have a high level of general computing ability. Intermediate/expert level of function in all of the Microsoft Office applications, as well as, applications for team interconnectivity such as Slack, Microsoft Teams, Zoom, WebEx, etc. Knowledge and/or experience working with web-based e-regulatory document management systems such as CTSU, eFlorence, Veeva Systems products, etc. is a plus.
Bachelor's degree (preferably in a life science or human subject protection field) required/advanced degree preferred and 5-7 years research experience required. At least 4 years regulatory experience required. Experience conducting high risk biomedical research required; specific knowledge of oncology interventional research preferred; previous experience developing and implementing CAPAs preferred. Associated research credentialing (CCRP, CIP, etc.) preferred; required within 2 years of hire.
Working Conditions:
This position is intended to be largely remote. Candidate must agree to use a remote workspace that is conducive to working, free of hazards and other dangers to people and equipment. The ACC strongly recommends the candidate set up a separate area. Equipment should be placed where it is adequately supported. The candidate remains obligated to comply with all University rules, policies, practices and instructions that would apply if the candidate were working on the premises of the University. The candidate agrees to ensure arrangements are made for dependent care and confirms non-work related interests will not compete with work requirements during the designated regular work hours. The candidate will be responsible for determining any tax implications of maintaining the remote workspace. The candidate will be responsible for complying with any and all local township codes, rules, regulations, and zoning ordinances which could affect the ability to use the designated remote workspace.
POSTION IS CONTINGENT UPON CONTINUED FUNDING
Job Location - City, State
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Remote Eligible - This position is eligible for a fully remote schedule with all work performed remotely. (Note: Only salaried (i.e., exempt), non-temporary positions are eligible for remote work outside the tri-state area (Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware.))
Department / School
Perelman School of Medicine
Pay Range
$61,046.00 - $95,972.00
Salary offers are made based on the candidate's qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, as well as internal and market factors and grade profile.
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Special Requirements
Background check required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.
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