Senior Specialist, Clinical Supply Chain (IRT/RTSM)
Neurocrine Biosciences
September 02, 2026
Remote friendly (San Diego, CA)
United States
Operations
About The Role
Support Clinical Supply Chain activities by collaborating with internal stakeholders (Project Management, Clinical Operations, Quality Assurance, Regulatory Affairs, Technical Operations, Finance, Legal) and external cGMP service providers.
Serve as Clinical Supply Chain subject matter expert (SME) for Interactive Response Technology (IRT) system configuration and management; guide internal/external users on IRT systems and procedures; troubleshoot system/operational issues; manage system enhancements; and develop procedures/policies as needed.
Support Clinical Supply Chain activities including budgets, contracts, invoices; coordinate clinical and stability drug packaging/distribution; manage clinical supply logistics and collaborate with external vendors for planning, packaging, distribution, storage, and destruction of Clinical Trial Materials (CTM).
Your Contributions (include, but are not limited to)
- Support establishment, management, and maintenance of IRTs
- Act as IRT SME in development and post system go-live
- Participate in development meetings with IRT vendor and Clinical Study Team
- Troubleshoot IRT issues (inquiries, root cause, solutions/escalation)
- Issue RFQs; set up/manage contracts, budgets, and billing with IRT vendors
- Support clinical studies: drug product management planning/execution
- Support CTM forecast development/review based on study protocols
- Support CTM packaging/labeling with approved cGMP vendors; process drug dispositioning
- Maintain CTM inventory accuracy with vendors
- Other duties as assigned
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, life sciences, or related field AND 6+ years clinical supply chain experience, with heavy IRT, packaging/labeling, and distribution experience
- Success working with/managing third-party vendors
- Strong understanding of cGMP supply chain
- In-depth knowledge of IRT system development, implementation, and maintenance
- Strong knowledge of clinical study tools (CTMS)
- Broad understanding of packaging/labeling requirements
- Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team and manage multiple vendors
- Understanding of IRT processes/procedures/systems and downstream impacts
- Proficient with tools/processes supporting functional areas; may train others
- Strong computer skills (Microsoft Office)
- Strong communication, problem-solving, analytical, and detail-oriented skills
- Meet multiple deadlines with high accuracy/efficiency
- Strong project management and interpersonal skills; self-starter with urgency
- Adaptability/flexibility; ability to thrive in changing timelines
Benefits (as stated)
- Annual base salary: $110,800.00–$151,000.00
- Annual bonus (target 20% of earned base salary); eligibility for equity long-term incentive
- Retirement savings plan (company match), paid vacation/holidays/personal days, paid caregiver/parental and medical leave, and medical/prescription/dental/vision coverage
Support Clinical Supply Chain activities by collaborating with internal stakeholders (Project Management, Clinical Operations, Quality Assurance, Regulatory Affairs, Technical Operations, Finance, Legal) and external cGMP service providers.
Serve as Clinical Supply Chain subject matter expert (SME) for Interactive Response Technology (IRT) system configuration and management; guide internal/external users on IRT systems and procedures; troubleshoot system/operational issues; manage system enhancements; and develop procedures/policies as needed.
Support Clinical Supply Chain activities including budgets, contracts, invoices; coordinate clinical and stability drug packaging/distribution; manage clinical supply logistics and collaborate with external vendors for planning, packaging, distribution, storage, and destruction of Clinical Trial Materials (CTM).
Your Contributions (include, but are not limited to)
- Support establishment, management, and maintenance of IRTs
- Act as IRT SME in development and post system go-live
- Participate in development meetings with IRT vendor and Clinical Study Team
- Troubleshoot IRT issues (inquiries, root cause, solutions/escalation)
- Issue RFQs; set up/manage contracts, budgets, and billing with IRT vendors
- Support clinical studies: drug product management planning/execution
- Support CTM forecast development/review based on study protocols
- Support CTM packaging/labeling with approved cGMP vendors; process drug dispositioning
- Maintain CTM inventory accuracy with vendors
- Other duties as assigned
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, life sciences, or related field AND 6+ years clinical supply chain experience, with heavy IRT, packaging/labeling, and distribution experience
- Success working with/managing third-party vendors
- Strong understanding of cGMP supply chain
- In-depth knowledge of IRT system development, implementation, and maintenance
- Strong knowledge of clinical study tools (CTMS)
- Broad understanding of packaging/labeling requirements
- Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team and manage multiple vendors
- Understanding of IRT processes/procedures/systems and downstream impacts
- Proficient with tools/processes supporting functional areas; may train others
- Strong computer skills (Microsoft Office)
- Strong communication, problem-solving, analytical, and detail-oriented skills
- Meet multiple deadlines with high accuracy/efficiency
- Strong project management and interpersonal skills; self-starter with urgency
- Adaptability/flexibility; ability to thrive in changing timelines
Benefits (as stated)
- Annual base salary: $110,800.00–$151,000.00
- Annual bonus (target 20% of earned base salary); eligibility for equity long-term incentive
- Retirement savings plan (company match), paid vacation/holidays/personal days, paid caregiver/parental and medical leave, and medical/prescription/dental/vision coverage