Investigator Grant Specialist

Job Description

Brief Position Description: The Investigator Grant Specialist is responsible for the development of Investigator grant, supporting the various groups related to use of industry systems such as Grant Plan. The Investigator Grant Specialist will work closely with Project Management and Clinical Operations to ensure timely delivery of site budget templates. The ideal candidate will be professional, analytical and possess excellent written and verbal communication skills. Minimum Qualifications & Experience: Bachelor s Degree in a relevant field (science or other) or professional certification. Experience in Clinical Trial industry. Knowledge regarding industry standard benchmarks, fair market value and proven expertise using investigator grant software (e.g. GrantPlan). Experience in reviewing and understanding study protocols, study budgets, as well as other technical, medical and legal documents related to investigator grants. Excellent communication and organisational skills. Business acumen. Attention to detail. Strong planning and problem-solving skills. Computer expertise with document and spreadsheet applications. Responsibilities: Responsible for the development of investigator grant using industry standard systems. Review study protocols work closely with Project Managers to ensure accurate, complete and timely deliveries of Investigator Grants. Provide initial budget estimates as requested by clients Apply Industry standard of care concepts into building budget model. Address questions related to Fair Market Value. Communicate with vendor for system related issues. Manage list of user access to required systems. Track finalised budgets and ensure reporting as required. Provide training to groups as appropriate. Work proactively to implement process improvement that reduces cycle time. Novotech is proud to offer a great workplace. We are committed to being an employer of choice for gender equality and providing an inclusive work environment where everyone is treated fairly and with respect. Our team members are passionate about what we do, but we understand work is only of the things that is important to them. We support our team members with flexible working options, paid parental leave for both parents, flexible leave entitlements, wellness programs and ongoing development programs. We are looking for people who are passionate about working clinical research and biotech, including people who identify as LGBTIQ+, have a disability or have caring responsibilities. We are a Circle Back Initiative Employer and commit to respond to every application. We look forward to contacting you regarding your application. Minimum Qualifications & Experience: At least 12-36 months of experience in a clinical research organization or equivalent. Minimum Batchelor s degree in Life science or related field Experience working in Investigator Payment Process. Experience working in CTMS/Veeva. Experience working in Grant Plan. Understanding of Subject Visit Tracking in CTMS. Strong hold on excels and Power Point (MS). Effective communication skills. Must have analytical, problem solving, Excellent verbal and written communication and negotiation skills. Excellent interpersonal and relationship building skills. Extremely well organized and detailed oriented with demonstrated follow-up skills. Should have prior background in the pharmaceutical, CRO or healthcare industry. Responsibilities: Investigator Payment Activity To review, update and track all payments in CTMS appropriately. To route correspondence appropriately and ensure all queries raised have been assigned to the correct team member in a timely manner. To escalate payment issues/delays appropriately. To review payments in line with visit data in CTMS to ensure sites are being paid timely accurate and efficient manner and escalate delays/ issues appropriately. Communicate effectively with Project Managers, regarding payment enquiries and managing their expectations accordingly. To support Clinical staff in executing accurate, timely and efficient investigator payments in accordance with investigator contract. Assists with maintaining schedule for patient visit payments per contract with the Sponsor and the Site. Process all site payments for patient visits. Review the site payment report based on the required due date for payments to be made to make sure the report is correct and free of errors before processing any payments. Prepare Investigator Payment report for study status meetings as requested by Project Manager. Be accountable for the quality of how each study assigned is set-up and maintained, ensuring payments are correct and that all work conducted is in accordance with Investigator Payment processes and procedures and is audit Analyse and assess SVT setup requirement based onstudy type (simple/complex/cohort). Create site SVTs based on CTRAs received from CRAs. Setup Master/Site specific SVT templates in CTMS within the required timelines and ensure accurate templates are built in before release to study teams. Be aware of and adhere to company processes in areas relevant to Investigator Grant Specialist. Be quality minded in performance of duties. Adhere to Novotech policies and be mindful of the role of Novotech ambassador when conducting IGS role. Participate in activities of the Clinical Operations department, including attendance at company/departmental meetings, and contributing to the development of clinical processes and SOPs. Understand the responsibilities of Novotech as a service provider in the pharmaceutical industry and ensure all communications with external parties present a positive professional image of the company. Investigator Grants Activity Responsible for the development of investigator grant using industry standard systems. Review study protocols work closely with Project Managers to ensure accurate, complete, and timely deliveries of Investigator Grants. Candidate will be assigned in the complex projects. Provide initial budget estimates as requested by clients. Apply Industry standard of care concepts into building budget model. Address questions related to Fair Market Value. Communicate with vendor for system related issues. Manage list of user access to required systems. Track finalized budgets and ensured reporting as required.