Specialist, Clinical Business Operations, Oncology

Sumitomo Pharma Co., Ltd., is a global pharmaceutical company based in Japan with operations in the U.S. (Sumitomo Pharma America, Inc.), focused on addressing patient needs in oncology, urology, women's health, rare diseases, cell & gene therapies and CNS. With several marketed products and a diverse pipeline of early- to late-stage investigational assets, we aim to accelerate discovery, research, and development to bring novel therapies to patients sooner. For more information on SMPA, visit our website https://www.us.sumitomo-pharma.com or follow us on LinkedIn.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Collaborate effectively with key internal and external stakeholders at the departmental and cross-department levels leading the creation and execution of Confidential Disclosure Agreements (CDA).
• Assist with the entry of Contractual Agreements into an electronic document repository.
• Ensure all outsourcing decisions are properly documented, compliant, and audit-ready.
• Manage and/or facilitate issue escalations at the operational level and ensure timely escalation to senior leadership when appropriate.
• Work cross-functionally with clinical teams, Finance and Legal, towards solutions; process, and communication improvements.
• Perform other duties as requested. 

Key Core Competencies

• Strong strategic and analytical reasoning and problem-solving ability. Able to deliver at high quality, in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and able to manage competing priorities
• Ability to proactively identify and act on opportunities for operational efficiencies
• Ability to work within a team as well as independently on specifically assigned tasks. The individual will be organized, detail-oriented, and will possess a financial aptitude
• Proficient with MS Office Suite (Excel, Word and PowerPoint), Smartsheet and Contract Repository Solution
• Excellent written and oral communication skills

Education and Experience

• BA/BS preferred with at least 2 years experience, or 5 years equivalent experience
• Clinical Operations, Project Management, Clinical Outsourcing, and/or CRO relevant industry provider Outline the relevant work experience required, including any specific industries or roles.

The base salary range for this role is $72,500 to $90,600. Base salary is part of our total rewards package which also includes the opportunity for merit-based salary increases, short incentive plan participation, eligibility for our 401(k) plan, medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurances and leaves provided in line with your work state.  Our robust time-off policy includes flexible paid time off, 11 paid holidays plus additional time off for a shut-down period during the last week of December, 80 hours of paid sick time upon hire and each year thereafter.  Total compensation, including base salary to be offered, will depend on elements unique to each candidate, including candidate experience, skills, education and other factors permitted by law.

Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

Confidential Data: All information (written, verbal, electronic, etc.) that an employee encounters is considered confidential.

Compliance: Achieve and maintain Compliance with all applicable regulatory, legal and operational rules and procedures, by ensuring that all plans and activities for and on behalf of Sumitomo Pharma America (SMPA) and affiliates are carried out with the "best" industry practices and the highest ethical standards.

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Mental/Physical Requirements: Fast paced environment handling multiple demands. Must be able to exercise appropriate judgment as necessary. Requires a high level of initiative and independence. Excellent written and oral communication skills required. Requires ability to use a personal computer for extended periods of time.

Sumitomo Pharma America (SMPA) is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; creed; religion; national origin; age; ancestry; nationality; marital, domestic partnership or civil union status; sex, gender; affectional or sexual orientation; disability; veteran or military status or liability for military status; domestic violence victim status; atypical cellular or blood trait; genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing) or any other characteristic protected by law.