Associate Country Clinical Quality Manager South Africa and Other African Countries at MSD

Job Description

• It is critical that, for all Organisation-sponsored clinical trials, patient safety, high quality data and compliance with company requirements and regulations are delivered and sustained. The Associate CCQM position has an important impact in achieving those objectives. Under the guidance of the Regional Director, Clinical Quality Management (RCQM) and in close collaboration with the Country Clinical Quality Manager (CCQM) Lead, the Associate CCQM supports the oversight of specific CQM activities in the respective country/cluster. The role requires the ability to properly support the implementation of local/global processes / procedures, the identification of opportunities for process improvement, and continuous improvement initiatives. In addition, the Associate CCQM supports audits, inspections as well as Quality Control and local training activities.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent in relevant health care area.

Experience:

• A minimum of 4-6 years of relevant experience in clinical research including direct field monitoring experience or management/oversight of such individuals, with a demonstrated record of accomplishments.
• Knowledge and understanding of Clinical Trial processes as well as quality management and control tools is required.
• Solid track record of initiating, planning and delivery of projects and knowledge of project management practices.
• Experience of participating in cross-functional teams of business professionals, Experience of leading a cross-functional team is a plus.
• Experience of participating in audits and inspections, preferably with experience of a direct support.
• Experience of coordinating and delivering training sessions is a plus.

Skills:

• Superior oral and written communication skills in an international environment.
• Good project management, organizational and prioritization skills.
• Good teamwork and leadership skills, including the ability to resolve conflicts.
• Ability to analyze, interpret, and solve problems.
• Ability to think objectively and with creativity and innovation.