Specialist, Clinical Business Operations, Oncology

Job Posting at Sumitomo Pharma America (SMPA)

Sumitomo Pharma Co., Ltd., is a global pharmaceutical company based in Japan with operations in the U.S. (Sumitomo Pharma America, Inc.), focused on addressing patient needs in oncology, urology, women's health, rare diseases, cell & gene therapies and CNS. With several marketed products and a diverse pipeline of early- to late-stage investigational assets, we aim to accelerate discovery, research, and development to bring novel therapies to patients sooner.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

Collaborate effectively with key internal and external stakeholders at the departmental and cross-department levels leading the creation and execution of Confidential Disclosure Agreements (CDA). Assist with the entry of Contractual Agreements into an electronic document repository. Ensure all outsourcing decisions are properly documented, compliant, and audit-ready. Manage and / or facilitate issue escalations at the operational level and ensure timely escalation to senior leadership when appropriate. Work cross-functionally with clinical teams, Finance and Legal, towards solutions; process, and communication improvements. Perform other duties as requested.

Key Core Competencies

Strong strategic and analytical reasoning and problem-solving ability. Ability to proactively identify and act on opportunities for operational efficiencies. Ability to work within a team as well as independently on specifically assigned tasks. Proficient with MS Office Suite (Excel, Word and PowerPoint), Smartsheet and Contract Repository Solution. Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Education and Experience

BA / BS preferred with at least 2 years experience, or 5 years equivalent experience. Clinical Operations, Project Management, Clinical Outsourcing, and / or CRO relevant industry provider. Outline the relevant work experience required, including any specific industries or roles.

The base salary range for this role is $72,500 to $90,600. Base salary is part of our total rewards package which also includes the opportunity for merit-based salary increases, short incentive plan participation, eligibility for our 401(k) plan, medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurances and leaves provided in line with your work state. Our robust time-off policy includes flexible paid time off, 11 paid holidays plus additional time off for a shut-down period during the last week of December, 80 hours of paid sick time upon hire and each year thereafter. Total compensation, including base salary to be offered, will depend on elements unique to each candidate, including candidate experience, skills, education and other factors permitted by law.

Confidential Data : All information (written, verbal, electronic, etc.) that an employee encounters is considered confidential. Compliance : Achieve and maintain Compliance with all applicable regulatory, legal and operational rules and procedures, by ensuring that all plans and activities for and on behalf of Sumitomo Pharma America (SMPA) and affiliates are carried out with the "best" industry practices and the highest ethical standards.

Mental / Physical Requirements : Fast paced environment handling multiple demands. Must be able to exercise appropriate judgment as necessary. Requires a high level of initiative and independence. Excellent written and oral communication skills required. Requires ability to use a personal computer for extended periods of time.

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At Sumitomo Pharma America, our work is guided by the Sumitomo Pharma mission, vision and values, which tie closely to our company's cultural pillars.

Our Mission

To broadly contribute to society through value creation based on innovative research and development activities for the betterment of healthcare and fuller lives of people worldwide.

Our Vision

For Longer and Healthier Lives, we unlock the future with cutting edge technology and ideas.