Clinical Trials Associate

Zymeworks is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company dedicated to the discovery, development and commercialization of next-generation bispecific and multifunctional biotherapeutics.  Zymeworks’ suite of complementary therapeutic platforms and its fully-integrated drug development engine provide the flexibility and compatibility to precisely engineer and develop highly-differentiated product candidates.

Zymeworks is seeking a highly motivated professional who is looking to grow their career with our company. This position will be based in our Seattle office and will report to the Clinical Program Manager.

Key Responsibilities

The Clinical Trials Associate (CTA) position is responsible for supporting the clinical operations team in activities associated with the conduct of investigational clinical trials to ensure the successful completion of deliverables and goals. 

Responsibilities include but are not limited to: 

• Assists in preparation and documentation of internal and external meetings by preparing agendas and minutes. 

• Creates and maintains various clinical tools to track data and metrics including, but not limited to: study enrollment, study team contact lists, study team training, and lab sample tracking.

• Maintains/Reviews Trial Master Files and is responsible for maintaining up to date study documents.

• Maintains tracking system for clinical trial supplies and liaises with Supply Chain personnel to ensure the uninterrupted, timely supply of inventory to trial sites.

• Assists with the creation of PowerPoint slides for activities such as Site Initiation Visit presentations, Investigator Meetings, and other study related team trainings.

• Creates and tracks purchase orders to pay vendors and review invoices for accuracy.

• Coordinates contracts approval process, including obtaining appropriate approvals and signatures for all clinical agreements in accordance with corporate policies.

• Carries out the function of the role in compliance with company Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), working practices and regulatory guidelines.

• Fosters effective and collaborative working relationships with fellow employees and management. 

• Promotes timely and accurate communication amongst the internal and external teams.

Qualifications and Experience

• University degree preferably in the field of biology, chemistry or health sciences and 0 to 2 years’ previous professional experience.

• Prior Clinical Trials Associate experience preferred.

• Proven interpersonal skills with the ability to work collaboratively as a member of cross-functional team. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.

• Good organizational skills and the ability to work effectively in a high paced, fast changing environment. Results-oriented.

• Basic knowledge of drug development and FDA GCP regulatory guidelines.

• Familiarity with FDA/ICH regulatory requirements for clinical trials is desired.

• Excellent oral and written communication skills, with particular attention to detail.

• Ability to appropriately handle confidential information.

• Proficiency with MS Office and Excel. 

Why Work for Us?

Zymeworks’ employees are passionate, engaged and extremely motivated to succeed.  We are excited by the cutting-edge science and technology, the endless possibilities this union holds and the sheer opportunity to be a part of something big.  To learn more about Zymeworks Inc. and our current openings, please visit our website at www.zymeworks.com. 

We offer challenging career opportunities, competitive benefits and an environment that recognizes and rewards performance.