Clinical Trial Manager Jobs

Clinical Trial Managers oversee the planning and execution of clinical studies, helping ensure trials meet scientific, operational, regulatory, and ethical requirements. They coordinate cross-functional teams, manage timelines and budgets, and monitor progress from study startup through closeout. Explore vetted Clinical Trial Manager opportunities with compensation of $100,000 or more on Ladders.

What Does a Clinical Trial Manager Do?

Responsibilities vary by employer and study, but commonly include developing trial plans, coordinating clinical research organizations and sites, tracking enrollment and milestones, managing study budgets, and identifying operational risks. Clinical Trial Managers also support compliance with protocols, Good Clinical Practice (GCP), and applicable regulatory requirements, while communicating updates to sponsors, investigators, and internal stakeholders.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers often seek experience in clinical research or trial operations, strong project management and communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities. Familiarity with GCP, clinical trial regulations, study documentation, and systems such as electronic data capture platforms can be valuable. A degree in life sciences, nursing, public health, or a related field is common; some positions may prefer advanced education or relevant certifications.

Career Outlook and Opportunities

Clinical Trial Managers work for pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies, contract research organizations, academic medical centers, and other research organizations. Opportunities may focus on a therapeutic area, phase of development, or regional portfolio. With experience, professionals may advance to senior trial management, clinical operations leadership, or program management roles.

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$80K - $95K *

Drive clinical trial success by monitoring and analyzing data, ensuring compliance and patient safety while collaborating with site staff to advance innovative treatments in a fast-paced environment...

Florida, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $100K *

Lead clinical trial monitoring to ensure compliance with protocols and regulations, enhancing quality and collaboration across teams while supporting continuous improvement in site performance and dat...

Montreal, QCRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $100K *

Drive clinical trial excellence by overseeing monitoring activities, ensuring compliance with protocols and regulations, and fostering collaboration across teams to enhance data integrity and site per...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team to monitor clinical trials, ensuring compliance and data integrity while collaborating with investigators to advance innovative therapies in a fast-paced environment...

Florida, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Optimize clinical trial processes by conducting site visits, ensuring compliance, and collaborating with investigators to enhance patient safety and data integrity. Bring your expertise to advance inn...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in clinical trial monitoring, ensuring protocol compliance and data integrity while collaborating with investigators to advance innovative treatments and therapies. Your expertise will...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$223K - $240K *

Drive compliance operations by optimizing systems and processes to ensure adherence to regulations. Lead transparency reporting, hotline administration, and third-party compliance while fostering cros...

San Diego, CARemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$185K - $230K *

Unlock potential by developing strategic access plans for community healthcare, ensuring streamlined reimbursement processes and compliance while collaborating with stakeholders to enhance patient acc...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$89K - $148K *

Drive your career with impactful consulting in healthcare, enhancing operational efficiency and financial performance for provider organizations through data analysis and project management...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$190K - $238K *

Transform your career by leading the digital strategy for Medical Affairs. Drive innovation, optimize processes, and enhance scientific communications through emerging technologies while collaborating...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$114K - $210K *

Champion the development of regulatory documents for global submissions, managing timelines and cross-functional collaboration to ensure quality and compliance with industry standards while mentoring...

RemoteRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$122K - $183K *

Transform how we operate by leading technology-driven initiatives that enhance business capabilities. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define product strategies and drive measurable outcomes...

United StatesRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$170K - $195K *

Lead the charge in global regulatory submissions, managing U.S. INDs and ex-U.S. CTAs. Collaborate cross-functionally to develop strategies, ensure compliance, and drive timely approvals in a fast-pac...

San Francisco, CARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$113K - $197K *

Unlock the potential of product strategy and execution by leading cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions. Drive enterprise transformations and ensure alignment with business objectives...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$126K - $210K *

Unlock potential by leading a dynamic engineering team to enhance specialty prescription processes. Drive strategic direction, foster collaboration, and ensure delivery excellence while managing multi...

Columbus, GARemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $160K *

Contribute to the evolution of data-driven healthcare products, shaping strategy and execution. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver AI-enabled solutions that enhance clinical outcomes a...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $115K *

Lead client relationships by managing multiple projects in the electronic discovery sector. Drive client satisfaction through effective communication and coordination, ensuring high-quality service de...

Overland Park, KSRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing third-party risk management. Oversee compliance assessments, drive risk mitigation strategies, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure adherence...

Missouri, USRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$97K - $193K *

Lead and oversee clinical research activities across multiple sites, ensuring compliance and efficient operations throughout all study phases while collaborating with site staff to drive success in on...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $105K *

Collaborate with clients and teams to manage projects, expectations, and delivery, ensuring high standards and strategic growth in a fast-paced medical affairs environment. Leverage experience to iden...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$160K - $259K *

Champion regulatory excellence by leading European strategies for innovative therapies. Drive successful submissions and interactions with health authorities, ensuring compliance and alignment across...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$194K - $291K *

Lead the strategic and operational execution of companion diagnostic projects in oncology, ensuring alignment with clinical development and regulatory standards while driving cross-functional collabor...

Princeton, NJRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $150K *

Transform your career by leading a dynamic team to ensure clinical excellence across multiple regions, driving project success through strategic management and collaboration while fostering a culture...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $138K *

Lead the charge in clinical trial monitoring, ensuring adherence to protocols and regulatory standards while fostering collaboration and quality improvement across teams and sites...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$128K - $176K *

Transform complex clinical and regulatory documents into clear, compliant submissions. Collaborate with teams to ensure accuracy and adherence to standards while managing multiple projects in a fast-p...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Clinical Trial Manager do?question toggle

    A Clinical Trial Manager plans and coordinates clinical studies, overseeing timelines, budgets, vendors, research sites, study teams, and operational compliance from startup through closeout.

  • What qualifications are typically required for Clinical Trial Manager jobs?question toggle

    Many roles require clinical research or trial operations experience, project management skills, and knowledge of GCP and relevant regulations. Employers commonly seek a degree in life sciences, nursing, public health, or a related area.

  • Where do Clinical Trial Managers work?question toggle

    They work at pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies, contract research organizations, academic medical centers, and other organizations that sponsor or conduct clinical research.

  • How can I find Clinical Trial Manager jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse vetted Clinical Trial Manager openings on Ladders, where listed opportunities pay $100,000 or more. Review each posting for compensation details, qualifications, and work arrangement.