Aga Khan University, Pakistan Clinical Trials Unit Director, Clinical Trials Unit Introduction Aga Khan University, a private, self-governing international university chartered in Pakistan, is a role model for academic, research and service programmes in health and higher education in the developing world. The affiliated Aga Khan University Hospital is the first hospital in Pakistan to be awarded the prestigious Joint Commission International Accreditation (JCIA) for practicing the highest internationally-recognized healthcare standards. Aga Khan University invites applications for the position of Director, Clinical Trials Unit. Responsibilities The Director, Clinical Trials Unit (CTU) will be responsible to: develop and implement strategic, operational and business plans of the CTU establish, implement and enforce high scientific, ethical and clinical standards, and policies for human clinical research maintain effective communication and collaboration with peers and external parties in order to meet CTU objectives manage and supervise overall conduct of the clinical trials, including coordination with the Dean and the Clinical Chairs for induction of investigators, review of protocols, budget development, monitoring, submission of reports in expected timelines, etc identify and pursue new business opportunities, facilitate partnerships, network with the industry, regulatory and related agencies to establish and strengthen institutional presence in the clinical research industry keep abreast with industry trends, competitors, services, acquisitions and pricing direct and train staff in managing all activities of clinical trials including planning, development, and operations manage overall human research, administrative and financial aspects of the CTU. Requirements Candidates must have: PhD/ MBBS / Masters of Science with at least 10 years of relevant experience thorough knowledge of clinical trial business development practices and procedures knowledge of local and international regulations and guidelines pertaining to the conduct of clinical trials on human subjects knowledge of statistical data collection, editing, validation, and analysis techniques knowledge of current and developing trends, standards and regulations in clinical trials knowledge of regulatory requirements and ‘industry’ standards as applied to good clinical practices ability to develop, implement and enforce clinical research monitoring plans and standard operating procedures ability to provide technical advice, guidance, and support to professional staff in area of specialty knowledge of adverse medical event investigation, analysis, and reporting procedures and standards skill in the use of computer statistical, technical, and database applications strong business acumen leadership and motivational skills good financial management skills excellent communication skills. To Apply Please send your CV with names and contact details (including email address) of at least three referees familiar with your recent work history to [email protected]. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. Applications should be submitted latest by April 11, 2014.
Posted on: Mon, 24 Mar 2014 13:10:18 +0000
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