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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$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in managing complex projects within the pharmaceutical and biotech sectors, ensuring successful execution and delivery while mentoring teams and collaborating with stakeholders to achi...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$60K - $107K *

Champion the management of clinical research projects, overseeing trials from inception to completion. Lead and train staff, liaise with stakeholders, and ensure compliance with protocols while enhanc...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$145K - $218K *

Join a dynamic team to lead global Phase I-IV clinical trials, ensuring operational excellence and compliance. Oversee strategy, execution, and cross-functional collaboration while managing budgets, t...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$145K - $218K *

Join us in leading global Phase I–IV clinical trials, ensuring operational excellence and compliance. Oversee strategy, manage vendors, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive successful...

Philadelphia, PARemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$115K - $145K *

Engineer innovative systems and processes to enhance product delivery, ensuring cross-functional teams operate efficiently and effectively. Drive execution, manage stakeholder alignment, and facilitat...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in managing complex global projects in aseptic manufacturing, ensuring timely delivery and budget adherence while mentoring teams and interfacing with senior leadership across diverse...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$122K - $163K *

Optimize clinical data management processes by leading end-to-end activities for trials. Ensure high-quality data deliverables, effective planning, and risk management while mentoring teams and drivin...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $110K *

Empower cross-functional teams to drive the Future of Medicine initiatives, ensuring scalable processes and compliance while enhancing patient safety and experience through strategic planning and exec...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Play a key role in leading biostatistical analyses for clinical studies, ensuring compliance with GCP/ICH guidelines. Collaborate with project teams to develop statistical plans, manage budgets, and d...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's redefining clinical research! As a CRA, you'll build site relationships, ensure compliance, and drive patient recruitment while enjoying world-class training and technology. Experie...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$128K - $210K *

Elevate clinical research excellence by leading global trials, ensuring compliance, managing budgets, and driving process improvements while collaborating with cross-functional teams and vendors to ac...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$128K - $210K *

Optimize clinical trial execution by leading cross-functional teams, managing budgets, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. Drive process improvements and oversee study documentation fro...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$128K - $210K *

Oversee the global execution of clinical trials, ensuring adherence to timelines, budgets, and regulatory standards while leading cross-functional teams and driving process improvements for successful...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Manage and lead field-based medical teams, ensuring client delivery and team performance while fostering scientific engagement and program growth. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve st...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advancing clinical research excellence, ensuring compliance and data integrity while fostering strong partnerships with investigative sites to enhance patient recruitme...

San Juan, PRRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Drive excellence in clinical research by engaging with sites, ensuring compliance, and enhancing data integrity. Collaborate with investigators to optimize trial performance and patient recruitment, w...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Empower clinical research excellence by engaging with sites, ensuring compliance, and enhancing patient recruitment. Drive performance through strategic partnerships and advanced monitoring techniques...

Seattle, WARemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$117K - $171K *

Lead the charge in ensuring global consistency of medical data across clinical trials. Drive process improvements and technology strategies while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance d...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $135K *

Empower clinical research excellence by managing projects that ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and drive successful study delivery from initiation to closeout. Collaborate with interdis...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$145K - $166K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advancing oncology and neurology research. Lead operational execution of externally sponsored studies, ensuring milestones are met while collaborating with cross-functi...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$145K - $166K *

Manage the operational execution of externally sponsored research programs, ensuring milestones are met while collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to drive successful outcomes in onco...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$210K - $230K *

Manage and lead clinical operations for trials, ensuring strategic execution from start to finish. Oversee cross-functional teams, vendor relationships, and compliance with regulatory standards while...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$212K - $333K *

Champion operational excellence in Clinical Data Management, leading strategic initiatives and fostering partnerships to ensure timely, high-quality data delivery for clinical trials. Drive innovation...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading product strategy for patient recruitment, enhancing engagement and operational efficiency. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive measurable outcomes and improve...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Champion independent clinical monitoring for early-phase studies, ensuring data accuracy and regulatory compliance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support critical milestones and enhance p...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

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.