Clinical Trial Manager

Description

Clinical Trial Manager (CTM)

Location: Remote (occasional travel to Ridgefield, CT)

Travel: 10–20% (domestic)

Overview:

The Clinical Trial Manager (CTM) is responsible for overseeing the operational management of local clinical trials — ensuring recruitment goals, timelines, budgets, and quality standards are met. This role involves leading local trial teams, coordinating with cross-functional stakeholders, and ensuring compliance with GCP and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the local trial team through all stages — planning, execution, and closeout.
• Ensure trial integrity, patient safety, and data quality.
• Act as the main contact for CRAs, investigators, and site staff.
• Collaborate with global and regional teams to align on project timelines and objectives.
• Represent the company in meetings with regulatory agencies, inspectors, and investigational sites.
• Manage multiple trials simultaneously while maintaining compliance and efficiency.
• Contribute to process improvement and innovation within trial management operations.

Required Skills & Experience:

• Strong leadership and communication skills across cross-functional teams.
• Proven project management and stakeholder management capabilities.
• Solid understanding of clinical development and regulatory processes.
• Experience managing complex, multi-country clinical trials.
• Ability to prioritize, influence, and resolve conflicts effectively.
• Experience in a Therapeutic Area is an advantage.
• Strong strategic thinking and risk management skills.

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree + 6 years of experience in clinical research, preferably in pharma; OR
• Master’s/PharmD + 4 years of experience; OR
• PhD/MD + 2 years of experience in clinical research.