Clinical Trial Associate
New York, NY
Corsera Health is seeking a Clinical Trial Associate to support the operational execution of our clinical programs. You will work closely with the Clinical Operations team to coordinate study activities, manage essential documents, and support site communications across the trial lifecycle.
This role is ideal for a detail-oriented early-career professional who thrives in fast-paced, collaborative environments and wants to contribute to the development of novel cardiovascular therapeutics.
Key Responsibilities:
You will be responsible for:
Trial Operations Support
- Support day-to-day operational activities for assigned clinical studies.
- Assist in the preparation, tracking, and maintenance of essential study documents (Trial Master File).
- Help coordinate meetings, agendas, and minutes with internal teams, CROs, and investigator sites.
- Track study timelines and deliverables; flag risks or delays to the study lead.
Site & Vendor Coordination
- Support site activation activities including document collection and regulatory submissions.
- Assist with CRO and vendor oversight by tracking deliverables and escalating issues as needed.
- Coordinate clinical supply shipments and inventory tracking with vendors and sites.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in life sciences, nursing, or a related field.
- 1–3 years of experience in clinical operations or a related clinical research role.
- Working knowledge of ICH-GCP and applicable regulatory requirements.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
Bonus points if you have:
- Prior experience at a biotech or pharmaceutical sponsor.
- Experience working with electronic Trial Master File (eTMF) systems.
- Exposure to cardiovascular or metabolic disease clinical programs.
Senior Manager
New York, NY
We are seeking a highly motivated and strategic Associate Director of CMC to lead our external manufacturing efforts for our oligonucleotide pipeline. This role is pivotal in managing our network of Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations (CDMOs) to ensure the seamless production, testing, and delivery of high-quality oligonucleotide drug substances and drug products. You will be responsible for the overall planning, execution, and monitoring of all CMC analytical related activities, ensuring they align with our development timelines, budget, and regulatory requirements while working hand in hand with our CMC team and company leaders.
The ideal candidate combines deep technical expertise in oligonucleotide chemistry with robust experience in vendor management and supply chain logistics within a regulated environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Reporting to the Senior Director, CMC, you will be responsible for:
1. CDMO Relationship Management
- Act as the primary technical and operational lead for external manufacturing partners.
- Manage the selection, onboarding, and performance evaluation of CDMOs.
- Drive production timelines, ensuring key milestones are met for clinical and/or commercial supplies.
- Lead regular technical meetings and troubleshooting efforts during manufacturing campaigns.
2. Manufacturing & Quality Oversight
- Oversee the end-to-end manufacturing of oligonucleotide drug substance (DS) and drug product (DP).
- Review and approve Master Batch Records (MBRs), executed Batch Records (EBRs), and deviations.
- Collaborate with Quality Assurance to manage Investigations, CAPAs, and Change Controls.
- Ensure all external activities comply with cGMP, ICH guidelines, and regulatory filings.
3. Release & Logistics
- Manage the disposition process for DS and DP, ensuring all analytical testing and documentation are complete for timely release.
- Coordinate global logistics, including specialized cold-chain shipping and customs clearance for sensitive materials.
- Monitor inventory levels and proactively manage supply chain risks to prevent stock-outs.
4. Strategic CMC Leadership
- Contribute to CMC sections of regulatory submissions (IND, IMPD, NDA/MAA).
- Partner with Internal R&D and Process Development to facilitate successful technology transfers to external sites.
- Manage CMC project budgets and resource allocation.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related scientific discipline.
- 8–10 years of experience in the biopharmaceutical industry, with a significant focus on CMC and external manufacturing.
- Proven experience specifically with oligonucleotide (siRNA, ASO, etc.) manufacturing processes.
- Solid understanding of CMC development process, including regulatory requirements (e.g., ICH guidelines and FDA regulations).
- Proven ability to manage complex projects, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Bonus points if you have:
- Advanced degree (Master’s or Ph.D.) in a relevant scientific field.
- Demonstrated success in managing complex CDMO partnerships across different geographies.
- Strong understanding of analytical characterization and stability testing for oligonucleotides.
- Exceptional communication skills and the ability to lead cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment.
- Experience working in a start-up environment.
- Familiarity with drug substance and drug product manufacturing.
- Regulatory experience (e.g., FDA interactions).