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 project management for global Metabolic/GLP-1 studies, ensuring outstanding delivery, budget management, and client satisfaction while guiding and mentoring project teams toward ope...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$190K - $210K *

Lead the charge in ensuring compliance across clinical research programs, partnering with cross-functional teams to promote operational excellence and inspection readiness while driving continuous imp...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$243K - $393K *

Lead clinical trial efforts for innovative gene editing therapies, ensuring scientific integrity and patient safety. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive development from Phase 1 to later...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$210K - $250K *

Drive growth and innovation in clinical development, leading cross-functional teams to enhance therapeutic portfolios, particularly in cell and gene therapy, while ensuring medical oversight and strat...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$210K - $250K *

Drive the growth of a therapeutic portfolio by leveraging medical expertise and overseeing clinical trials. Collaborate across teams to shape strategies in cell and gene therapy, ensuring innovative...

Covington, KYRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$137K - $215K *

Analyze trial performance data to deliver actionable insights that enhance decision-making and improve clinical trial outcomes. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive adoption of performance intellige...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$121K - $182K *

Join a dynamic team as a Clinical Trial Liaison, enhancing site engagement and driving trial performance in Neuroscience and Oncology. Build relationships with key opinion leaders and support innovati...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$121K - $182K *

Engage with key opinion leaders and site staff to enhance clinical trial execution. Drive site engagement strategies in Neuroscience and Oncology, leveraging scientific expertise to overcome enrollmen...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$88K - $220K *

Lead the development of analytic datasets and conduct longitudinal analyses for observational studies in virology. Collaborate with epidemiologists and manage complex analyses while ensuring adherence...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$98K - $273K *

Champion end-to-end statistical programming for clinical studies, ensuring compliance with CDISC standards and regulatory submissions. Lead dataset development and provide technical guidance while col...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$79K - $118K *

Transform clinic operations by leading a dedicated team to enhance patient care, optimize performance metrics, and ensure exceptional service delivery in a dynamic healthcare environment...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$105K - $125K *

Champion global clinical supply chain operations for late-stage trials, ensuring compliant and timely delivery of investigational materials. Collaborate cross-functionally to support pivotal trials an...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$89K - $116K *

Drive clinical supply chain excellence by managing planning and distribution for trials. Collaborate with stakeholders to optimize processes, implement digital solutions, and ensure timely delivery of...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$89K - $116K *

Join our team to optimize clinical supply chain activities, ensuring seamless planning and distribution for clinical trials. Drive innovation through data and automation, enhancing efficiency and supp...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $145K *

Engage in impactful clinical research by leading studies from design to execution. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure compliance and drive successful outcomes in pre-market and post-market clinic...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $145K *

Drive clinical study strategies and execution, ensuring compliance and quality in research initiatives. Collaborate with stakeholders to develop protocols and manage trials, while mentoring junior tea...

Sunnyvale, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $150K *

Drive regulatory strategy across major programs, leading high-impact submissions and authority engagement. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize clinical development and ensure complianc...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that shapes global regulatory strategy in a fast-paced environment. You will lead comprehensive regulatory plans, ensuring alignment and execution from development to post-marketing, impac...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing patient care by organizing and directing departmental operations, ensuring compliance with policies, and fostering a culture of excellence and collaboration a...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$69K - $94K *

Drive operational excellence by providing vital administrative support to senior leaders, managing complex schedules, coordinating travel, and ensuring seamless communication within a dynamic Corporat...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$69K - $94K *

Accelerate progress at the intersection of operations and communications. In this role, you'll provide essential administrative support to senior leaders, ensuring seamless coordination and collaborat...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$71K - $96K *

Lead research initiatives by coordinating studies, developing protocols, and ensuring participant engagement. Train and support fellow coordinators while overseeing compliance and operational excellen...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$88K - $220K *

Unlock potential by leveraging data analytics to enhance clinical trial operations. Collaborate with study teams to derive insights, ensuring data integrity and effective communication of findings to...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Grow your career with a leadership role in research data management, overseeing data collection and compliance for clinical studies. Collaborate with teams to enhance processes and ensure high-quality...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$142K - $224K *

Join a team that's shaping clinical data standards by overseeing data collection processes, guiding study teams, and mentoring staff to ensure compliance with industry regulations and best practices a...

1 week 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.