Worldwide Clinical Trials

Site Activation Manager (US)

Worldwide Clinical Trials$86K — $170K *
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant scientific field or equivalent experience
  • Minimum 4 years of experience in CRO/pharmaceutical industry, preferably in Start-up Management or Project Management
  • Proficient in cross-cultural communication
  • Proficient in both spoken and written English
  • Strong leadership and organizational management skills

Responsibilities

  • Serve as the main contact for study start-up and maintenance activities
  • Oversee project activities to ensure on-time, on-budget completion
  • Manage and track site activation activities
  • Support feasibility and site identification activities as needed
  • Expedite the Site Qualification and Selection process
  • Communicate project status effectively to stakeholders

Benefits

  • Commitment to an inclusive and equitable workplace
  • Competitive benefits package based on location
  • Transparent compensation practices
  • Opportunities for professional development and career growth
Full Job Description
What the Site Activation Manager does at Worldwide

As a key member of the Marketing Leadership Team, the Senior Director, Growth Marketing is responsible for shaping and executing the organization's growth marketing strategy to accelerate business growth, expand market opportunities, strengthen customer engagement, and deliver measurable commercial impact.

Reporting to the Senior Vice President, Global Marketing, this leader serves as the primary strategic marketing partner to Commercial and Therapeutic Area Leadership, translating business priorities into integrated marketing initiatives that drive awareness, engagement, adoption, and revenue growth. Acting as a trusted advisor and thought partner, the Senior Director brings market insights, customer understanding, and innovative thinking to help influence strategy, identify new opportunities, and advance organizational goals.

This role requires an energetic, growth-oriented leader who thrives in a dynamic environment, challenges conventional thinking, and inspires teams to deliver results. The ideal candidate combines strategic vision, business acumen, and executional excellence, with a proven ability to build strong partnerships and lead transformational marketing initiatives.

What you will do

  • Serve as the primary point of communication and accountability for study start-up and maintenance (if applicable) activities on assigned projects
  • Oversee project activities of functional groups involved in site activation to ensure critical path activities are completed on-time and within budget
  • Ensure accurate compilation, management, tracking and analysis of site activation activities in a timely manner
  • May support feasibility and/or site identification activities, as needed
  • Work closely with assigned team members to expedite the Site Qualification and Selection process
  • Effectively communicate Site Activation & Regulatory (if applicable) project status to the Sponsor, GPL/CPM and project team


What you will bring to the role

  • Strong leadership and organizational management skills in planning, strategizing, managing, monitoring, scheduling, and critiquing
  • Ability to exercise sound judgment and make decisions independently and to proactively identify and solve problems
  • Ability to provide experience and input into initiatives relating to interacting with sites and/or customers
  • Ability to motivate, lead and engage a team
  • Strong interpersonal skills in a fast-paced, deadline oriented, and changing environment
  • Strong oral and written communication skills to clearly and concisely present information


Your experience
• A minimum four-year college curriculum with a major concentration in medical, biological, physical, health, pharmacy, or other related science OR two-year college curriculum or equivalent education / training (nursing degree or equivalent life science degree) and experience within clinical research (e.g. CRA, Reg Affairs)
• Minimum of 4 years CRO/pharmaceutical industry experience, preferably in Start-up Management, Project Management, and/or Site Management experience
• Proficient in cross-cultural communication
• Proficient in both spoken and written English

At Worldwide Clinical Trials, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace by providing transparent compensation.

The salary range for this position is annually (For hourly paid positions, the stated salary range reflects hourly rates):

United States of America - $86,000.00 - $170,000.00

The salary range provided is intended to give candidates an understanding of potential earnings. Compensation will fall within the provided range, and it not a guarantee of exact salary. The final salary will be determined based on relevant experience, performance, education, and internal equity. In addition to base salary, we offer a competitive benefits package depending on location. We ensure pay equity and transparency and comply with all applicable labor laws. Salary information will be discussed during the interview process, and we encourage candidates to inquire about compensation at any stage.

About Worldwide Clinical Trials

Worldwide Clinical Trials is a global contract research organization (CRO) that provides clinical research services to pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies. They specialize in early phase development, late phase development, and full-service clinical research. Worldwide Clinical Trials has experience in a wide range of therapeutic areas, including oncology, neuroscience, and infectious diseases. They are committed to providing high-quality, efficient, and cost-effective services to their clients.
Learn more about Worldwide Clinical Trials
Size
1,500 employees
Industry
Founded
1986

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