Manager/Sr Manager, IT, Research and Clinical Development - Avidity Biosciences

Job Title:

Manager/Sr Manager, IT, Research and Clinical Development

Location:

San Diego, CA / Hybrid

Position type:

FLSA:

Full time

Exempt

Department:

IT

Strive to Bring a Profound Difference to our Patients

At Avidity Biosciences, we are passionate about the impact of every employee in realizing our vision of improving people’s lives by delivering a new class of RNA therapeutics. Avidity is revolutionizing the field of RNA with its proprietary AOCs, which are designed to combine the specificity of monoclonal antibodies with the precision of oligonucleotide therapies to address targets and diseases previously unreachable with existing RNA therapies. If you are a committed, solution-oriented thinker, join us in making a difference and become part of our growing culture that is integrated, collaborative, agile and focused on the needs of patients. 

Avidity Biosciences, Inc.'s mission is to profoundly improve people's lives by delivering a new class of RNA therapeutics - Antibody Oligonucleotide Conjugates (AOCs™). Utilizing its proprietary AOC platform, Avidity demonstrated the first-ever successful targeted delivery of RNA into muscle and is leading the field with clinical development programs for three rare muscle diseases: myotonic dystrophy type 1 (DM1), Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) and facioscapulohumeral muscular dystrophy (FSHD). Avidity is broadening the reach of AOCs with its advancing and expanding pipeline, including programs in cardiology and immunology through internal discovery efforts and key partnerships. Avidity is headquartered in San Diego, CA. For more information about our AOC platform, clinical development pipeline, and people, please visit www.aviditybiosciences.com and engage with us on LinkedIn and Twitter.

The Opportunity

The Manager/Sr Manager, IT, Research and Clinical Development will play a pivotal role in supporting Avidity’s R&D teams and functions by driving a robust digital strategy that is essential for the success of our R&D pipeline and operational excellence. In today’s fast-evolving digital landscape, the effective deployment and maintenance of systems like Veeva Vault RIMS, Quality Docs, and QMS are critical. This position will not only support the current infrastructure but also spearhead future digital initiatives, ensuring that our systems are aligned with strategic business objectives and best practices

What You Will Contribute

• Collaborate with IT and business teams to evaluate and implement technology solutions that enhance our digital strategy and support strategic objectives. 
• Oversee system administration, configuration management, change management, and support for Veeva Vault ensuring that our digital tools are effectively utilized to maximize operational efficiency and drive innovation.
• Develop and execute scripts to facilitate seamless implementation, upgrades, and integrations that reflect our commitment to digital excellence.
• Gather and document business and functional requirements for new Veeva Vault implementations, ensuring alignment with our overarching digital strategy.
• Facilitate changes to existing applications, emphasizing the importance of digital agility in adapting to evolving business needs.
• Lead and manage multiple concurrent projects to support Research and Clinical Development.
• Serve as a liaison between IT, business partners, and external vendors.
• Stay updated on industry trends and emerging technologies to drive innovation.
• Perform additional duties as required.

What We Seek

•          A Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience, with a strong understanding of how digital strategies can transform business operations.•          Over 5 years of experience in deploying and maintaining Veeva Vault, demonstrating a proven track record in leveraging digital tools for operational success.•          Current Veeva Associate Administrator Certification; Certified Administrator preferred.•          Knowledge of system validation.•          More than 5 years of experience in regulated environments.•          Proven experience in project management.•          Proficiency in project management tools and methodologies.•          Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail.•          Experience in vendor management.•          Excellent communication (oral and written), teamwork, organizational, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.What We will Provide to You:

• The base salary range for this role is $145,100 to $160,400. The final compensation will be commensurate with such factors as relevant experience, skillset, internal equity and market factors.
• Avidity offers competitive compensation and benefits which includes the opportunity for annual and spot bonuses, stock options and RSUs, as well as a 401(k) with an employer match. In addition, the comprehensive wellness program includes coverage for medical, dental, vision, and LTD, and four weeks of time off.
• A commitment to learning and development which includes a variety of programming internally developed by and for Avidity employees, opportunities for job-specific training offered by industry, and an education reimbursement program.

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Avidity Biosciences

10578 Science Center Dr. Suite 125

San Diego, CA

92121

O: 858-401-7900

F: 858-401-7901