Site Activation Specialist

About the Role

We are recruiting several Site Activation Specialists (SAS) to join our Australia and New Zealand Site Activation team on either permanent contracts or 12-month fixed-term contracts. This position offers a unique chance to engage with a diverse range of sponsors and therapeutic categories, facilitating clinical trials from initial site identification through activation and ongoing site maintenance.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end site start-up processes, collaborating closely with internal study teams, investigative sites, and external stakeholders to achieve timely and compliant site activation.
• Support site feasibility assessments, identification, start-up, and maintenance tasks across several studies and sponsors.
• Prepare, review, and monitor site start-up documentation following regulatory, ethics, and sponsor guidelines.
• Serve as the primary contact for investigative sites during start-up and maintenance phases.
• Coordinate independently the submission of ethics approvals and informed consent forms, including local adaptations and amendments.
• Lead negotiations related to site budgets and contracts.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date site and study data within internal tracking systems.
• Effectively communicate project statuses, risks, and timelines to internal stakeholders.

Candidate Requirements

• At least 12 months of practical experience managing clinical trial site start-up or site activation activities.
• Experience handling ethics submissions and informed consent documentation requirements.
• Demonstrated proficiency in site budget and contract negotiations.
• Strong organizational skills capable of managing multiple sites and studies simultaneously.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication abilities.
• A bachelor's degree in Life Sciences, Health Sciences, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Legal right to work in Australia or New Zealand is mandatory.

Additional Information

• The hiring process involves an initial video screening followed by a telephone interview.
• The decision between permanent or contract employment will be based on candidate suitability, with contract renewal or conversion dependent on business requirements.

What We Offer

• Exposure to an extensive selection of sponsors, study types, and therapeutic sectors.
• A supportive and collaborative team culture.
• Access to training, tools, and mentoring from a globally recognized clinical research organization.
• Flexible work location options across Australia and New Zealand.

Company Overview

IQVIA is a global leader in clinical research services, commercial insights, and healthcare intelligence. We connect knowledge to expedite the development and marketing of innovative medical therapies, aiming to improve patient outcomes and global population health.

Integrity Statement

IQVIA enforces strict honesty and transparency throughout its recruitment. Any falsehoods or omissions in application materials will lead to disqualification or employment termination in line with legal standards.