Clinical Logistics Associate
* 12-month contract
* £22.00 per hour (PAYE) or £28.00 per hour (via Umbrella)
* Stockley Park, Uxbridge (Hybrid-working + Travel as required)
The Opportunity:
We are supporting a specialist clinical organisation seeking a Clinical Logistics Associate to join its Study Management function on a contract basis for an initial 12 months.
You will work as part of cross-functional study teams, collaborating with Clinical Operations, Clinical Development, CROs and investigational sites to ensure that time-sensitive biologic materials are transported safely, compliantly and efficiently.
This position would suit a detail-driven clinical logistics professional with experience supporting complex clinical trials, ideally within cell and gene therapy or advanced biologics.
The role would suit a structured, process-oriented professional who understands the importance of compliance in regulated clinical environments, who is comfortable operating independently whilst contributing effectively to cross-functional teams across medical personnel, logistics partners and study leadership).
Skills and Experience:
* Experience supporting clinical trial logistics, ideally within biologics, cell therapy or advanced therapies
* Knowledge of domestic and international transport regulations for biologic materials (IATA, ICAO, ADR, DOT, WHO)
* Understanding of FDA & EMA regulations, ICH guidelines and GCP
* Strong appreciation of patient scheduling, treatment pathways and site coordination
* Experience working with courier networks and specialist medical logistics providers
* Familiarity with CRM and ERP systems (Salesforce, Oracle, SAP advantageous)
* Strong Microsoft Office capability (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
* Experience with Agile change control management desirable
* Highly organised, detail-focused and able to manage competing priorities
* Strong written and verbal communication skills
Role and Responsibilities:
* Coordinate end-to-end product cell journey logistics, including all transport legs, couriers, customs and broker interactions
* Act as a core contributor to Clinical Trial Study Teams
* Communicate enrolment and treatment scheduling requirements relevant to investigational product logistics
* Maintain full chain of custody and chain of identity documentation
* Engage and manage CROs and external logistics providers
* Liaise directly with investigational site medical personnel
* Track, document and report logistics activities using internal databases and tracking systems
* Place and manage orders within vendor/supplier systems
* Deliver logistics-related training at investigator meetings where required
* Provide backup support across assigned studies
* Travel domestically or internationally as required
Applications:
Please contact Edward Laing here at ISR to learn more about our client and how they are leading the way in developing the next generation of pharmaceutical solutions through their commitment to advancing transformative therapies for the most serious diseases in society??