Senior information specialist job description

The Navistar Product Information Department has an opening for a
Product Information Specialist
. The role of the Product Information Department is to gather information and data from various sources; research, verify and analyze this data and convert it into meaningful and accurate product information in the CPAC (internal mainframe) database and other published sources of product information. The information contributes to, or controls, the proposing, ordering, selling, coding, building and invoicing of the majority of Navistar's products.

This position will interface directly with Platform/Product Center personnel, Product Development and Program Teams to gain knowledge and to provide functional representation and directional input as well as to identify Product Information needs and requirements. The ability to understand and then translate into database activity as well as communicate product changes to internal and external customers in an effective, clear and concise manner is critical.


Responsibilities include but are not limited to:


Creation and maintenance of detailed data to support and define models and model/feature/application availability for internal and external customers. Creation and maintenance of sales data book content Representing Product Information Department on multiple program teams Leading and coordinating activities within the Product Information Department to ensure the successful launch of product changes into Sales Tool databases and appropriate publications. Troubleshooting and resolving issues with data or publications content.


Minimum Requirements



Bachelor's degree At least 2 years of process or project management experience

OR

Master's degree

OR

At least 4 years of process or project management experience


Additional Requirements



Qualified candidates, excluding current Navistar employees, must be legally authorized on an unrestricted basis (US Citizen, Legal Permanent Resident, Refugee or Asylee) to be employed in the United States. Navistar does not anticipate providing employment related work sponsorship for this position (e.g., H-1B status)


Desired Skills



MS Office/Outlook Comfortable working in a database environment Comfortable dealing with some level of technical information Ability to cope with ambiguity and rapid change Excellent communication skills, particularly written Organized, detail oriented Ability to Problem Solve. Puzzle solving mentality Self-motivated. Able to research independently Curiosity and follow through Able to manage multiple projects/tasks


Company Overview


Navistar is a purpose-driven company, reimagining how to deliver what matters to create more cohesive relationships, build higher-performing teams and find solutions where others don't.

Navistar is the Lisle, Illinois-based parent company of International® brand commercial trucks and engines, IC Bus® brand school and commercial buses, all-makes OnCommand® Connection advanced connectivity services, aftermarket parts brands Fleetrite®, ReNEWed® and Diamond Advantage® and Brazilian manufacturer of engines and gensets MWM Motores Diesel e Geradores.

With a history of innovation dating back to 1831, Navistar has more than 12,000 employees worldwide and is part of TRATON SE, a global champion of the truck and transport services industry.


Accelerating the Impact of Sustainable Mobility


Visit us at
www.Navistar.com
to discover more about our organization

Navistar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.


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At AstraZeneca, with our portfolio, our pipeline and our people, we aim to revolutionize cancer care with our bold ambition to provide cures for cancer in every form. Our broad pipeline of next-generation medicines is focused principally in lung, breast, gastrointestinal, GU and hematological cancers. We follow the science to deliver life-changing treatments and increase the potential to save the lives of people around the world.

If you are passionate about science and data-driven decision making, explore the possibility of joining us as a Senior Clinical Information Science Specialist (SCISS) to shape our oncology portfolio trials via optimal use of clinical information .

The position sits within Oncology Information Practice department, a part of the Oncology Biometrics organisation. As part of a diverse global team you will support the drug development process by providing scientific information (literature, data analytics, digital visualizations) for late stage drug development. The Oncology Information Practice department also delivers information and data supporting the Oncology drug projects portfolio decisions via strategic information initiatives , applying knowledge of external environment and trends for internal information needs.
This role can be based in Gaithersburg (US), Wilmington(US), Macclesfield(UK) or Cambridge (UK).

What you'll do

As an information expert you will contribute to delivery of information that clinical teams need to make decisions in the drug development process. You will use a variety of information sources such as scientific literature, competitive intelligence, internal and external clinical trial databases and techniques such as specialist information search and analysis, data visualization and benchmarking to extract and present key relevant information in a meaningful way. You will contribute to delivery of Information Practice scope in one or more drug projects in Late stage Oncology. You will collaborate with other Information Practice team members to drive value of information and data.

Your accountabilities will include:

* Support decision-making in clinical design, submission and interpretation by identifying, benchmarking, extracting and presenting back meaningful facts and data via internal and external competitor intelligence information sources
* Use techniques such as: text mining and data visualization extracting key relevant information enabling timely and objective clinical study design decision
* Maintain a repository of key data, bringing together key historical decisions for wide team to use and refer to
* Plan and work independently and take responsibility for specific deliveries within a drug project, and ensure high quality is built into deliverables

Essential for the role

To succeed in this opportunity, you will have a real passion for oncology, clinical data and information - in particular knowing what information you require, how to seek it out, and how to share it with the teams in an insightful way.You will be an excellent communicator, with a strong team focus who enjoys collaborating to achieve the best results.

In addition, you will also have:

* Masters or advanced degree (PhD, PharmD, MD) in Life Science.
* 3 years of relevant experience.
* Experience in conducting literature and database searches.
* Understanding/Exposure of the pharmaceutical drug development process(setting could include, , but are not limited to: Clin Ops, Regulatory, Early development, medical affairs, Competitive/Regulatory Intelligence).
* Demonstrated ability to lead from skills perspective.
* Experience in the application of information and knowledge management in a clinical or scientific setting.
* Good written and verbal communication skills including presentation skills and proficiency in communicating complex information to a diverse audience.
* Good organizational skills with the ability to multitask, set priorities and follow a timeline.
* Great attention to detail.

Desirable for the role

* Experience in Oncology/Immuno-Oncology biology, or immunology or oncology related disciplines.
* Experience/ or understanding in use of NLP software for literature searches.
* Experience/or understanding in Machine Learning.
* An interest in coaching and developing more junior team members.

Why AstraZeneca?

At AstraZeneca we're dedicated to being a Great Place to Work. Where you are empowered to push the boundaries of science and unleash your entrepreneurial spirit. There's no better place to make a difference to medicine, patients and society. An inclusive culture that champions diversity and collaboration. Always committed to lifelong learning, growth and development.

AstraZeneca has taken critical steps to protecting colleagues, loved ones, and patients from COVID-19 and its variants. COVID-19 vaccination is required for all US employees. Individuals who are unable to receive a COVID-19 vaccine based on applicable law, such as medical and religious reasons, can submit a request for a reasonable accommodation. For employees who are not vaccinated and who are granted an exemption to the vaccine requirement for qualifying reasons, the primary accommodation will remain weekly COVID-19 PCR testing.

Date Posted

13-Oct-2022

Closing Date

09-Nov-2022

AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.

AstraZeneca requires all US employees to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 but will consider requests for reasonable accommodations as required by applicable law.

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The primary responsibilities are to perform detailed reviews of property records; reading, analyzing and interpreting contracts, legal documents and other records to establish ownership/rights of property. Compares various data to ensure all critical information is recorded. Applies proven problem-solving skills to reconcile discrepancies between multiple record sources. Acts as liaison between corporate office and location staff. Serves as example in performing high quality, heavily detailed work with accuracy and efficiency on a daily basis. Maintains professionalism when interacting with team, location staff and other organizational groups.

**JOB RESPONSIBILITIES**

+ Review multiple data fields including name, address, date and other critical information for completeness and accuracy

+ Responsible for data entry of reconciled and reviewed critical information listed above and other vital statistics

+ Reconcile discrepancies between multiple record sources

+ Utilize superior attention to detail to identify variances in location records including ownership, dates and transfers

+ Physically retrieve records from various locations (vaults, shelves, file cabinets, attics, basements, etc.) to perform daily tasks

+ Assists with quality assurance and some analysis of Excel spreadsheets

+ Assist with property verification walks with location maintenance representative

+ Perform quality reviews of completed reconciliation work

+ Assists in creating and implementing improvement solutions to existing processes as well as corporate driven policies and procedures related to field operations

+ Manages workload and provides summary reports to management when necessary

+ Identifies opportunities to streamline tasks associated with daily work functions

+ Work with the other departments to ensure database updates are correct and correctly linked in system

+ Adapt to changing work requirements and environment as needed

+ Provides analytical and special project support to the off-site Project Manager

+ Assists Project Manager with analyses and Excel spreadsheet preparation

+ Assists in defining, measuring and tracking key performance indicators to drive and support the document team

+ Works with group leadership to complete high priority projects and interacts with other corporate departments to manage data flow and deadlines

+ Track attendance of Records Information Specialists and Document Specialists

+ Addresses the team's day-to-day questions, troubleshooting as needed

+ Performs quality checks of Records Information Specialists' work to identify progress and potential training needs

+ Ensures policies, procedures, processes, standards, and workflows are communicated to the Team

**MINIMUM** **REQUIREMENTS**

**Education:**

+ High school diploma or equivalent; Bachelor's degree in Business, Accounting or Finance or relevant field of study preferred

**Experience:**

+ A minimum of 4 years applicable work experience in area requiring strong attention to detail (e.g., experience auditing contracts and financial records), metric reporting and data analysis

+ Lean/6-sigma experience a plus

**Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:**

+ Leadership skills

+ Strong problem solving abilities

+ Intermediate Excel skills (formula creation, pivot-tables, and other intermediate functions)

+ Proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Outlook

+ Highly detail-oriented with a careful eye for quality control and presentation of work

+ Ability to travel 100%

+ Self-motivated and driven to produce results within tight deadlines and with maximum quality within allowed time constraints

+ Able to lead, motivate and influence team with professionalism and a strong commitment to project/departmental objectives

+ Advanced verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to create presentations and speak in front of groups

+ Knowledge of Funeral and/or Cemetery field operations preferred

+ Project management skills/experience preferred

Postal Code: 33759

Category (Portal Searching): Administration and Clerical

Job Location: US-FL - Clearwater