Senior site manager - johnson & johnson innovative medicine

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Job Function

R&D Operations

Job Sub Function

Clinical Trial Support

Job Category

Professional

All Job Posting Locations

Milano, Italy

Job Description

We are looking for a driven Senior Site Manager to serve as the primary contact point between the Sponsor and the Investigational Site for assigned clinical trials (phase 1-4). As Senior Site Manager, you will ensure inspection readiness and compliance with the clinical trial protocol, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), Good Clinical Practice (GCP), and applicable regulations from study start‑up through to site closure. Our new colleague should be flexible, work independently, and be a strong communicator, quick learner, problem solver, and team player. You will collaborate with a Local Trial Manager, Clinical Trial Assistant, and Clinical Trial Manager to perform trial‑related activities for assigned protocols and sites and you are responsible for overall site management activities. You will be part of a hardworking, enthusiastic, and committed team eager to deliver and help improve the lives of millions of patients.

Principal Responsibilities

• Responsible for activities ranging from site feasibility and selection over site initiation and start‑up, to preparation and conduct of site monitoring, oversight of key performance indicators and site/study close‑out in complex clinical trials.
• Responsible for the implementation of a site‑level analytical risk‑based monitoring model and for working with the site to ensure timely resolution of issues and deviations identified during monitoring visits.
• Ensure accuracy and completeness of all trial data including safety data. Manage timely data entry and query resolution in collaboration with site staff.
• Co‑create site‑level recruitment and retention strategies and implementation of mitigation actions in partnership with other functional areas.
• Ensure full documentation of trial related activities in all study files; communicate site and study progress and issues to the Local Trial Managers and central study teams.
• Be the local expert in clinical trials and build the necessary therapeutic area knowledge.
• Coach or mentor to less experienced colleagues.
• Participate in process improvement and training. Lead or participate in special initiatives as assigned. May assume additional responsibilities or special initiatives such as "Champion" or "Subject Matter Expert".

Education And Experience Requirements

• BA/BS degree in Life Sciences, Nursing or related scientific field (or equivalent experience)
• A minimum of 3-4 years of clinical trial monitoring experience is preferred, however, other relevant working experiences and skills may be considered by the hiring manager
• Strong proven understanding of GCP, local laws, and regulations
• Strong IT skills in appropriate software and company systems
• Willingness to travel with occasional overnight stay away from home
• Proficient in Italian and English. Good written and oral communication skills
• Preferred: Oncology experience

Benefits

We offer a competitive salary and extensive benefits package. The health and well‑being of our employees is a priority; we have a flexible working environment that values work‑life balance. We offer career development opportunities for those who want to grow and be part of our enthusiastic organization. We are Janssen.

In addition to base pay, we offer the following benefits: an annual bonus with set target (% of pay) depending on pay grade/location, vacation days, parental leave for a minimum of 12 weeks, bereavement leave, caregiver leave, volunteer leave, well‑being reimbursement, programs for financial, physical and mental health, service anniversary and recognition awards, and subject to the terms of their respective plans, employees – and in some locations eligible dependents – can participate in several insurance plans. For more information, visit Employee benefits & Supporting well‑being & career growth & Johnson & Johnson Careers.

• This is for informative purposes only. Amounts and actual benefits may vary by location and are subject to change.

Johnson & Johnson Family of Companies are equal opportunity employers, and all qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to any other characteristic protected by law.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

The Anticipated Base Pay Range For This Position Is

€39,800.00 - €64,055.00