Clinical Trial Manager at a Pioneering Healthcare Research Centre

We are a pioneering research centre committed to advancing healthcare through cutting-edge clinical trials and implementation science research. Based in Nigeria, we strive to develop innovative tools and products that improve the quality of life for all of humanity. The mission is to build a strong multi-specialty network of researchers in Nigeria and across Africa, providing comprehensive services to research sponsors from study site identification to successful enrollment. We prioritize professional development and offer opportunities for learning and growth within the field of clinical trials and implementation science research.

We are recruiting a dynamic and experienced candidate to join our dedicated team in the capacity below:

Job Title: Clinical Trial Manager

Location: Idi-Araba, Lagos
Employment Type: Contract
Contract Duration: 3 years in the first instance but may be reviewed

Job Summary

• We are looking for a Clinical Trial Manager to oversee and manage the conduct of a large multi-centre clinical trial, with 30 sites in six Nigerian states.
• The candidate will be besed in Lagos and must have experience in managing clinical research; he or she must have also carried out research of their own.
• The candidate must be willing to travel all over Nigeria.

Main Duties / Responsibilties

• Working with the Principal Investigator (PI) in overall project management and execution of the project and to provide backup support as needed.
• The project manager will be expected to be in charge of the whole study and ensure all aspects of It are executed according to the project timelines.
• Developing internal reporting systems, writing reports, and maintaining excellent records.
• Supporting the project team with the setup and different implementation phases of the trial to ensure conformance to the work plan and standards.
• Creating, reviewing and updating status reports/findings, plans, specifications, cost estimates and other project documentation.
• Handling daily project correspondence with project team, partners, internal and external clients.
• Ensuring project compliance with the Trial Steering Committee, the DSMB, NAFDAC and all other regulatory bodies. The Program Manager must be conversant with the various charters and meeting plans with the various committees and ensure all timelines are met.
• Coordinating submissions of all proposals, budget reports and other ancillary materials emanating from the implementation of the trial.
• Assisting in the proper organization of proposals and analysis of data emanating from the trial.
• Managing various logistics associated with meetings, training and travel conferences including e-meetings involved in the implementation.
• Working with the PI and Research Management Office on an ongoing basis to compile information regarding study progress to provide projections for additional grant funds.
• Processing information to accurately determine grant disbursement and ensure timeliness/propriety of disbursement; coordinate with accounts payable to maximize efficiencies.
• Liaising with the RMO to prepare monthly or quarterly schedules to support invoices besed extraneous fees, etc., when appropriate.
• Reconciling study funds and disbursements at completion.
• Providing assistance during the closeout process after project completion to ensure funding compliance.
• Perform other various duties as assigned by the Pl.

Performance Goals

• Ensure the Pi and all stakeholders are kept abreast of timelines and program plans for timely implementation of each activity according to schedule.
• Initiate reminders and coordinate all activities of partners and generate periodic reports
• Complete all tasks on time.
• Ensure quarterly and annual reports are completed and sent on time.

Skills & Experience

• An MBBS Degree holder plus an additional Master's in Public Health (MPH) Degree. OR a B.Sc in a Health Science or related Science discipline plus MSc in Public Health, or related discipline.
• In addition to your entry qualifications, you will be required to register and complete the online CITI course, which is a mandatory ethical compliance course.
• You will also be required to complete a project management course online if you do not have a recent one but meet all other criteria.

Skills:

• Advanced skills in the use of Microsoft Office suite especially Word, Excel and Power Point.
• Use of other statistical analysis packages will be required.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Organised and able to meet deadlines.
• Publication(s) in peer-reviewed journals will be an advantage.
• Certification in project management and basic accounting will be an advantage.
• Previous experience with clinical trials will be an advantage.
• Knowledge of Implementation science will be an advantage.

Application Closing Date
30th June, 2023.