Therapeutic Area Lead (Gastroenterology)

Responsibilities

• Supports indication-specific strategy planning and implementation across the assigned therapeutic area
• Attends conferences in the therapeutic area and reviews supporting literature.
• Compiles datasets, metrics, lessons learned, and performance indices on core strategic capabilities and key studies within the given therapeutic area.
• Supports project teams within assigned indications to advise on therapeutic strategy and study-specific mitigation strategies.
• Supports the evaluation and selection of investigative sites.
• Participates in Investigator Meetings and key team meetings.
• Performs protocol analysis and escalates risks to senior management.
• Reviews essential study documents and technical manuals.
• Performs background research on epidemiology and other aspects of the given indication.
• Supports client engagement and business development from a therapeutic area perspective.
• Participates in proposal development and bid defense meeting preparations.
• Supports PSI's KOL networks within the assigned therapeutic area.

Requirements

• College or university degree in Life Sciences; advanced scientific degree or clinical degree is a plus.
• At least 6 years of experience in Gastroenterology within academia, clinical practice, laboratory, biotechnology, pharmaceutical, CRO, or clinical research environments.
• Demonstrated experience within Inflammatory Bowel Disease, particularly Ulcerative Colitis and Crohn's Disease.
• Strong scientific and analytical capabilities.
• Ability to review and interpret clinical protocols and study documentation.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to build effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to work effectively across multiple functional teams.
• Proficiency in standard MS Office applications.
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Additional Information

Company Description We are the company that cares - for our staff, for our clients, for our partners and for the quality of the work we do. A dynamic, global company founded in 1995, we bring together close to 3,000 driven, dedicated and passionate individuals. We work on the frontline of medical science, changing lives, and bringing new medicines to those who need them. Job Description The Therapeutic Area Lead is responsible for supporting the strategic development of PSI's core indications and serves as a core support function. As PSI continues to expand its Gastroenterology portfolio, we are seeking a Therapeutic Area Lead with expertise in Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD), particularly Ulcerative Colitis and Crohn's Disease, to serve as a scientific and strategic subject matter expert across the organization. This highly visible role partners with Business Development, Proposal Development, Clinical Operations, and Study Teams to support growth initiatives, client engagement, therapeutic strategy, and operational excellence within the GI therapeutic area. The successful candidate will help shape PSI's long-term GI strategy while serving as a trusted advisor to both internal stakeholders and external clients.

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