Job Details
Posted 3 August, 2026
Job Id: 629794
Clinical Trial Planning & Data Support
Job Description
Job Description
We are committed to delivering transformative therapies to patients with unmet medical needs. The Contractor, Clinical Trial Planning & Data Support (Level C3) supports development programs by maintaining portfolio planning systems, ensuring data quality, and enabling consistent reporting across the organization.
This mid-level contractor role is responsible for independently executing planning system support, data stewardship, and reporting activities. The contractor will partner with cross-functional stakeholders to maintain reliable planning data and support portfolio decision-making.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide Planisware user support, including
* project plan oversight to ensure data/timeline accuracy
* project plan integrations and scenario planning
* troubleshooting system issues
* manage and escalate support tickets as needed
* Assist Program Ops Resource Manager with resource forecasting activities, including coordinating the design, development, and validation of forecasting algorithms.
* Monitor data quality across systems, dashboards, and portfolio reports
* Ensure consistency of metrics and definitions across reporting outputs
* Support the delivery of user onboarding and training and maintain job aids and system documentation
* Participate in system operations activities, including:
* User acceptance testing (UAT)
* System upgrades and releases
* Provide sprint support and validation activities
* Support user access management and data governance, ensuring appropriate handling of sensitive data
* Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve planning processes, reporting accuracy, and efficiency
Basic Qualifications
* Bachelors degree in science, project management, information systems, or a related field
* 5-7 years of relevant experience in pharmaceutical, biotechnology, clinical development, or Medical Affairs operations/planning environments
Preferred Qualifications
* 3 years of Planisware experience supporting planning systems or clinical trial planning
* Familiarity with the clinical development lifecycle and R&D processes
* Experience in project planning, portfolio support, or R&D operations
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities
* Strong communication and collaboration skills in a cross-functional environment
* Proficiency with:
* Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, Outlook)
* SharePoint or similar collaboration tools
* Reporting/visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau, Spotfire – preferred)
Expectations
This role is expected to:
* Work independently within defined processes to manage planning data and system updates
* Provide hands-on execution and user support with limited oversight
* Exercise sound judgment in resolving issues and maintaining data integrity
* Support moderately complex planning and reporting activities
* Collaborate effectively across teams without formal leadership responsibility
Ideal Candidate Profile
* Detail-oriented, systems-savvy, and highly organized
* Comfortable working with planning systems and structured data
* Able to integrate quickly into a fast-paced, cross-functional environment
* Demonstrates accountability, adaptability, and strong collaboration skills
Pay ranges between 46-56/hr
Equal Opportunity Employer
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified candidates regardless of race, sex, gender identity or expression, disability, age, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws and regulations. It is our policy not to discriminate against any applicant or employee, and we are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful work environment across all locations in which we operate. We believe that diversity, equity, and inclusion are fundamental to our mission and enhance our ability to serve clients globally. If you have a disability or require any reasonable accommodations during the application or interview process, please inform your recruiter or contact us directly so that we can explore the appropriate arrangements.
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