Clinical Trial Manager, Oncology

As a Clinical Trial Manager at Eikon Therapeutics, your responsibilities will include overseeing all aspects of international clinical trials, developing operational plans, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and ensuring compliance with regulatory guidelines. You will also be tasked with managing trial start-up activities and maintaining strong relationships with investigators for successful patient recruitment.

To be considered for the Clinical Trial Manager role at Eikon Therapeutics, candidates should possess a PhD with 3 years of experience, a Master's degree with 6 years, or a Bachelor's degree with 8 years of relevant experience. In-depth knowledge of clinical trial regulations, strong project management skills, and familiarity with oncology research are essential.

The work environment at Eikon Therapeutics is dynamic and collaborative. Clinical Trial Managers are expected to be onsite at least three days a week in either California, New York, or New Jersey. This allows for effective management of clinical studies and encourages team growth and collaboration in a fast-paced setting.

At Eikon Therapeutics, Clinical Trial Managers can expect significant opportunities for professional growth. As the company expands and more clinical trials are initiated, CTMs will have the chance to take on greater responsibilities and engage in career development initiatives that enhance their expertise and leadership skills.

Eikon Therapeutics provides a comprehensive benefits package for Clinical Trial Managers, which includes a 401k plan with company matching, full coverage of medical, dental, and vision insurance, mental health benefits, generous paid time off, life insurance, parental leave, and daily subsidized lunches when onsite.

When answering this question, highlight specific examples of trials you have managed, detailing your role, the challenges faced, and how you overcame them. Emphasize your project management skills and how you ensured compliance with regulations.

Discuss your strategy for prioritizing tasks based on deadlines, regulatory requirements, and resource availability. Explain how you use tools or software to help manage timelines effectively.

In your response, mention specific guidelines such as ICH-GCP and FDA regulations. Provide examples of how you ensure compliance with these guidelines throughout the trial monitoring process and during site interactions.

Describe a conflict resolution strategy which involves open communication, active listening, and collaboration. Provide a specific example where you successfully mitigated a conflict on a study team.

Discuss techniques such as regular monitoring, implementing quality checks, and cross-functional audits that you use to ensure data integrity. Concrete examples of maintaining data quality standards will strengthen your answer.

Here, provide insights into your specific experiences with oncology trials, including any particular challenges faced and how you worked with investigators and healthcare teams to address them.

Mention any clinical trial management systems you have used, such as Veeva CTMS, and explain how these tools have allowed you to streamline processes and enhance communication among clinical teams.

Discuss your approach to continuous learning, whether through professional organizations, attending workshops or conferences, or reading industry publications to stay informed about the latest regulatory changes.

Outline creative strategies for patient recruitment, such as community outreach, collaborating with healthcare providers, or using social media to raise awareness about clinical trials. Share examples that highlight your success in this area.

Your response should reflect your admiration for Eikon's innovative approach to biopharmaceuticals, your alignment with the company's mission to improve patient outcomes, and how your experience aligns with the responsibilities of the role.