Start Up Lead (Clinical Research)

TL;DR

Start Up Lead (Clinical Research): Managing global site start-up activities and execution of start-up strategies for clinical trials with an accent on document collection, IRB/EC submissions, and milestone planning. Focus on coordinating critical path planning, mitigating delivery risks, and mentoring staff on local regulations.

Location: Remote (Must be based in Turkey)

Company

hirify.global is a global clinical research organization (CRO) providing specialized services for the pharmaceutical and biotech industries.

What you will do

• Manage the site start-up process by developing activation readiness strategies and overseeing delivery.
• Coordinate critical path planning, including IRB/EC & CA/MoH strategies, ICF customization, and IMP release requirements.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to align operational goals and ensure timely site activation.
• Identify risks to delivery and execute mitigation plans to maintain project timelines.
• Act as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for country-specific start-up requirements and maintain tracking systems in real-time.
• Mentor and train staff on local study start-up regulations, submissions, and internal procedures.

Requirements

• Must be based in Turkey.
• Bachelor's degree in life sciences, related field, or Registered Nurse (RN) qualification.
• Experience in site start-up within a CRO or pharmaceutical/biotech industry.
• 2+ years of experience in project milestone management, resource allocation, and budget coordination.
• Fluency in English and the local language (Turkish) is required.
• Strong knowledge of Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and ICH Guidelines.

Nice to have

• Advanced degree in life sciences or a related field.

Culture & Benefits

• Remote work arrangement.
• Opportunity to act as a Subject Matter Expert and mentor within a global team.
• Equal Opportunity Employer environment.