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Clinical Trial Manager (CTM) plays a key role in the successful execution of clinical research studies, providing operational leadership from study initiation through final closeout. This position is well-suited for a highly organized professional who excels in a collaborative environment, proactively addresses challenges, and thrives in a growing, fast-paced biotechnology setting. The CTM will manage relationships with CROs and vendors, oversee study timelines and budgets, and ensure that clinical trials are conducted efficiently, compliantly, and with a high standard of quality.
Key ResponsibilitiesClinical Trial Planning & Management- Contribute to study planning activities, including protocol implementation, startup efforts, site feasibility, selection, and activation in partnership with Clinical Operations leadership.
- Support the creation, review, and maintenance of essential study documentation, including protocols, informed consent forms, study manuals, and training materials.
- Ensure clinical studies comply with applicable regulations, ICH-GCP standards, and internal procedures throughout the study lifecycle.
CRO & Vendor Management- Act as the primary operational liaison for contract research organizations (CROs) and external service providers.
- Monitor study progress, including site performance, patient enrollment, monitoring activities, and risk mitigation efforts.
- Evaluate vendor deliverables, performance indicators, and quality metrics, identifying and escalating concerns when necessary.
Clinical Operations Leadership- Assist with management of study budgets, timelines, forecasting activities, and support the development of contracts and statements of work.
- Facilitate cross-functional study team meetings and promote effective communication among Clinical Development, Biostatistics, Data Management, Safety, Regulatory Affairs, and other stakeholders.
- Support inspection readiness initiatives and participate in audit responses, corrective actions, and process improvements.
Data Management & Quality Oversight- Collaborate with Data Management teams to support database development, data review, query resolution, and data cleaning activities.
- Review clinical data outputs, protocol deviations, and safety-related documentation to ensure quality and compliance.
- Maintain complete, accurate, and inspection-ready Trial Master File (TMF) documentation.
Study Closeout Activities- Coordinate site closure activities, reconciliation processes, and final study deliverables.
- Contribute to Clinical Study Report (CSR) development and capture lessons learned to support continuous improvement initiatives.
Qualifications- Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences, Nursing, Pharmacy, or a related discipline; advanced degree preferred.
- Minimum of 5 years of clinical operations experience within the biotechnology, pharmaceutical, or clinical research industry, including direct management of clinical studies.
- Strong knowledge of clinical trial operations, ICH-GCP guidelines, regulatory requirements, and vendor oversight practices.
- Prior experience working in startup, small biotechnology, or growth-stage organizations is highly desirable.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, identify risks early, and work independently while collaborating effectively with senior leadership.
- Excellent project management, communication, organizational, and cross-functional leadership skills.
- Proven ability to build productive partnerships with internal teams, investigators, CROs, and external vendors.
