TMF Process Lead

Sr. Manager, TMF Process Lead

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Responsibilities:

Leadership & Governance

• Provides leadership within the TMF governance structure, acting as Subject Matter Expert for process groups and within cross-functional teams.

• Supports process optimization, continuous improvement, and quality governance for active studies.

• Represents TMF Process and eTMF Operations at meetings and leadership panels.

Training & Coaching

• Develops training materials, templates, job aids, plans, etc… for TMF and archival processes.

• Provides training, support, and coaching for eTMF Operations Analysts, TMF Study Leads, Archive Leads, and Specialists (including CRO/FSP teams), on TMF processes and operating models.

Process Development & Documentation

• Develops, updates, and maintains Procedural Documents, SOPs, Work Instructions, etc… for TMF and archival processes and operations.

• Oversees compliance activities for TMF and archiving, including Patient Data Report generation, distribution and CRO TMF transfers.

• Implements technical enhancements to eTMF, including innovation and automation, for improved quality and compliance oversight.

Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement

• Communicates and coordinates with internal and external stakeholders to ensure TMF compliance and inspection readiness.

• Lead and manage strategic collaboration between BMS and CROs to ensure adherence to TMF processes and regulatory compliance, serving as the primary liaison for all TMF compliance matters.

• Collaborates and consults multifunctionally to promote and support business and regulatory compliance and to identify opportunities to increase process and control efficiency.

System & Technical Oversight

• Provides technical leadership for eTMF operations and archival systems (e.g., Vault Clinical/Veeva CTMS/eTMF).

• Identifies and addresses technical gaps in TMF systems.

• Develops and monitors KPIs and metrics for TMF and archival compliance.

Continuous Improvement & Compliance

• Leads and participates in continuous improvement initiatives related to TMF management, archival and compliance.

• Addresses process compliance and performance gaps, as highlighted by quality metrics and KPIs.

• Leads and participates in TMF audits and inspection activities (readiness, preparedness, and management).

Qualifications:

Education/Degree(s):

• Bachelor's degree in a related field, such as life sciences, computer science, or business administration.

Experience:

• Minimum of 7+ years of experience in clinical development operations, with a focus on eTMF.

• Preference to experience with project management methodologies and tools.

• Thorough understanding of ALCOA+ standards, Good Clinical Practice and Good Documentation practices and ICH guidelines, and applicable local regulatory requirements.

• Must have a strong understanding of the primary clinical business systems utilized for TMF process.

• Extensive knowledge of clinical trial documentation and TMF Management activities, including a strong technical understanding of Vault eTMF system.

• Strong working knowledge of TMF and technical knowledge of Vault eTMF and clinical document management systems.

• Comprehensive knowledge of local and international regulatory guidelines/requirements pertinent to TMF Management.

• Demonstrated ability to create/provide TMF related training and coaching to a broad range of stakeholders.

Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent teamwork, interpersonal, and communication skills, with the ability to communicate and collaborate with employees and management at all levels and through various formats.

• Demonstrated ability to work in a matrixed organization with a range of technically, culturally, and geographically diverse teams and to influence areas not under direct control to achieve objectives.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify and resolve complex issues.

• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Travel:

• Occasional

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R1596349 : Sr. Manager, TMF Process Lead

Experience Level

Senior Level