Manager/Senior Manager, Clinical Documentation Management at Ora
United States
<p><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><strong>POSITION TITLE:</strong> Manager/Senior Manager, Clinical Documentation Management</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><strong>DEPARTMENT: </strong>Clinical Document Management</span></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><strong>Ora Values the Daily Practice of …</strong></span></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Prioritizing Kindness * Operational Excellence * Cultivating Joy * Scientific Rigor</span></p> <hr> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;">At Ora, we are building the future of ophthalmic clinical research. As the world’s leading full-service ophthalmic drug and device development firm, we guide our clients across all phases of clinical research to efficiently bring new products and therapies to market. Over the past 45 years, our expert teams have helped earn more than 85 new product approvals. Ora's pre-clinical and clinical models, unique methodologies, integrated clinical data solutions, and global regulatory strategies have been refined and proven across thousands of global projects.<strong> </strong>Today, our team continues to expand across the globe, with over 400 employees across North America, Europe, Asia, and Latin America.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><strong>The Role:</strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;">The Manager/Senior Manager of Clinical Documentation (eTMF) will support the operational management, quality oversight, and continuous improvement of Ora’s electronic Trial Master File (eTMF) processes. Reporting to the Senior Director of Clinical Documentation, this role contributes to the day‑to‑day leadership of the Clinical Documentation team and ensures eTMF activities are executed in alignment with regulatory requirements, internal standards, and study timelines.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;">The Manager/Senior Manager partners closely with cross‑functional study teams—including Clinical Monitoring, Project Delivery, Biometrics, and Quality Assurance—to ensure accurate, timely, and compliant documentation throughout the lifecycle of Ora’s clinical studies.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><strong>What You’ll Do:</strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong>T</strong><strong>eam Leadership & Operational Management</strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Manage and develop a portion of the Clinical Documentation (eTMF) team, supporting performance, workload prioritization, and professional growth.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Reinforce operational excellence and consistency in eTMF execution across assigned studies.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Provide day‑to‑day guidance and mentorship on documentation processes and quality expectations.</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Compliance:</strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Ensure eTMF activities align with ICH‑GCP, GxP, and applicable local regulatory requirements.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Partner with Quality Assurance and study teams to maintain compliance across assigned projects.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Support internal and external audits, including preparation of documentation and responses to findings.</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Process Improvement & Quality Oversight</strong><strong>:</strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Contribute to the refinement and implementation of eTMF processes, SOPs, work practices, and templates.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Participate in identifying process gaps, proposing enhancements, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Review eTMF quality metrics for assigned studies, identifying trends and opportunities for corrective action.</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Training & Cross‑Functional Support:</strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Deliver eTMF‑related training to internal teams; support updates to training content as processes evolve.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Assist in communicating procedural updates and best practices across clinical study teams.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Serve as a resource for Good Documentation Practices, TMF Reference Model alignment, and general eTMF guidance.</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Clinical Documentation Oversight:</strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Monitor eTMF completeness, accuracy, and risk indicators for assigned studies, escalating issues to the Senior Director as needed.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Conduct periodic eTMF quality checks and support documentation reconciliation and close‑out activities.</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong>System & Records Management:</strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Support the implementation, maintenance, and user adoption of document management systems (e.g., Veeva Vault, SharePoint).</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Act as an eTMF system super‑user for assigned teams, providing guidance and troubleshooting support.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Ensure compliance with document archiving procedures per SOPs and study scope.</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Audit & Client Support:</strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Assist with client qualification or project‑specific audits by preparing required documentation and supporting follow‑up actions.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Ensure team adherence to client SOPs and regulatory requirements.</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Additional Responsibilities:</strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Travel up to 10%.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Adhere to and reinforce Ora’s quality system, data integrity standards, and business ethics.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Demonstrate Ora’s values—kindness, operational excellence, cultivating joy, and scientific rigor.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Responsibilities may shift based on business needs.</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><strong>What We Look For: </strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><em>Experience needed for the Role:</em></span> <ul> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences or related field, or equivalent work experience.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">5+ years of experience in clinical operations, clinical documentation, quality, or a related function within pharmaceutical or CRO environments.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Minimum 2 years of experience with eTMF/record management systems.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">For Sr Manager level : 3 + years of people management experience</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">For Manager level : minimum of 1 year people management, team lead or supervisory experience</span></li> </ul> </li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><em>Additional Skills & Attributes:</em></span> <ul> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Experience with Veeva Vault eTMF (preferred) or other document management systems.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Strong understanding of ICH‑GCP, TMF Reference Model, and documentation best practices.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Ability to manage workloads, meet timelines, and operate effectively under time constraints.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with ability to interpret quality trends.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Clear and consistent writing skills; experience contributing to SOPs or process documents.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Demonstrated ability to support organizational change and work effectively in a matrix environment.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including presenting to cross‑functional teams.</span></li> </ul> </li> </ul> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><em>Competencies and Personal Traits:</em></span></p> <ul> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong>What We Do:</strong></span> <ul> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Execution Excellence: </strong>Ability to set goals, create structure and maintain a focused and collaborative approach to the delivery of timely and high-quality work.</span></li> </ul> </li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong>How We Do It:</strong></span> <ul> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong>IQ, EQ and SQ: </strong>Agile and positive thinker, communicator and collaborator who uses a growth mindset to work and lead with authenticity, transparency, resilience, and empathy. Scientific, intellectual, and emotional/social curiosity creates the willingness and ability to innovate, make mistakes, learn and try again.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Clear and Direct Communication, Feedback and Conflict Resolution: </strong>Practice radical candor in your communication and participate in active Giving and receiving feedback frequently, with an open heart and mind creates psychological safety and promotes faster, individual, team and company growth.</span></li> </ul> </li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Why We Do It:</strong></span> <ul> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Seek Meaning and Purpose and a Desire to be Part of Something Bigger than Yourself: </strong>Crave being part of a team that works together under shared values to achieve significant positive impact in the wider world. At Ora, we are creating vision beyond what we see.</span></li> </ul> </li> </ul> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><strong>What We Offer:</strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><strong>Well Being</strong>: Offering comprehensive healthcare options in Medical, Dental and Vision beginning day 1.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><strong>Flexible PTO & Unlimited Sick Time:</strong> Providing you the freedom to unwind and recharge when you need to in addition to 14 company paid holidays. </span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><strong>Financial</strong>: Competitive salaries along with a 401K plan through Fidelity with company match. </span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><strong>Family Support Care:</strong> Adoption and fertility assistance provided along with offering 16 weeks paid Parental Leave. </span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><strong>Company Paid Life & Disability Insurance: </strong>Offering peace of mind to help you and your family feel secure. </span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><strong>Remote & Wellness Reimbursement:</strong> We'll reimburse you to support your remote workspace and wellness purchases. </span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><strong>Employee Assistance Program:</strong> No matter what issues you're facing, New Directions is here to help you and your family. </span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><strong>Career Development Opportunities</strong>:<strong> </strong>Continued opportunities to grow and develop your career journey.<u> </u> </span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><strong>Global Team</strong>: Opportunities to work with colleagues across the globe. </span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><strong>Impact</strong>: A chance to research new ophthalmic therapies that will impact patients across the globe. </span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><strong>Benefit Eligibility: </strong>Full-time employees of Ora working a minimum of 30 hours per week. Our per diem workforce is eligible for Medical and Dental coverage once they have hit 6 months of service and work an average of 30 hours per week. </span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Our mission is to weave together people, processes, and technology to support innovation in ophthalmology around the world. We believe our business should be a force for good — to improve, heal, and change how we see. As a global company, our vibrant community and culture are nurtured by our core values: Prioritizing kindness, cultivating joy, operational excellence, and scientific rigor. 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