The incumbent interacts with Business Development Proposal Development and Laboratory Operations with the aim to win proposals. S / he exchanges information with relevant stakeholders (internal / external) documents existing and needed laboratory capabilities and proposes qualified solutions to Management to profitably grow the laboratory business.
Scientific Affairs Liaison responsibilities include but are not limited to the following :
- Reviews client clinical protocols and provides synopses to ensure the proposals meet the testing needs of the client.
- Provide and update testing information to include cost feasibility TAT and methodology to meet tight turnaround times during bidding process.
- Provide recommendations for in-house vs. outsourced testing capabilities and relevant process changes to Management to enhance operational and financial performance.
- Identify appropriate referral labs as needed and obtain relevant information needed to support clinical trials.
- Maintains a current list of referral labs with contact information and areas of specialization.
- Communicates directly with referral lab to meet required time frames and testing capabilities.
- Negotiates preferred pricing for large volume testing directed to referral lab in conjunction with Management.
- Communicate the use of a referral lab to QA allowing adequate time for QA qualification.
- Support Proposal Development department with suggestions on optimizing global sample logistics.
- Monitor the Central Laboratory test menu ensuring all data is available accurate and traceable with version control including costing and pricing on a global basis.
- Maintain database information for bid vs. awarded studies when validation by lab is required.
- Communicate effectively with Management to ensure client testing needs are met from bid to awarded study.
- Attend client meetings as needed to support sales.
- Dialogue with client as requested determining whether additional support is required.
- Provide input to satisfaction surveys (sponsors investigators) and translates findings into actionable recommendations to Management for specific improvements (business practices service levels process changes etc.).
Qualifications :
Basic Education Qualifications :
Bachelor of Science DegreeDegree in Medical Technology or Life Sciences preferredBasic Minimum Qualifications :
Minimum 5 years in a diagnostic clinical laboratoryExperience with clinical assay validation protocolsAuthorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship.The Ideal Candidate Possesses the Following :
Excellent communication skills both verbal and written.Fluent in English.Strong attention to detail and analytical ability.Excellent organizational skills.Able to work in a fast paced mixed office and lab environment.High customer service orientation with a sense of business and urgency.Proficient use of Microsoft Office tools and database applications.Additional Information :
Position is hybrid full-time working Monday - Friday 8 : 00 am - 5 : 00pm . Candidates must be within a commutable distance to Lancaster PA.
Excellent full-time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage dental and vision optionsLife and disability insurance401(k) with company matchPaid vacation and holidaysEurofins USA Clinical Trial Solutions is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
Remote Work : Yes
Employment Type : Full-time
Key Skills
Presentation Skills,Time Management,Clinical Research,Communication skills,GCP,Infusion Experience,Managed Care,Hospice Care,Conflict Management,Clinical Trials,Research Experience,Home Care
Experience : years
Vacancy : 1