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.
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.
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.
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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Manager, FSA (Feasibility Site Activation)
$95K - $115K *
Champion a team dedicated to delivering high-quality feasibility assessments and efficient site activation for global clinical trials, ensuring operational success and continuous improvement in a dyna...
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Manager, FSA (Feasibility Site Activation)
$95K - $115K *
Lead the charge in managing feasibility assessments and site activation for global clinical trials, ensuring timely delivery and high-quality outcomes while developing team capabilities and driving co...
3 days ago
Manager, FSA (Feasibility Site Activation)
$88K - $105K *
Transform clinical trial success by leading feasibility assessments and site activation teams. Drive operational excellence, manage resources, and foster team development to ensure timely and high-qua...
3 days ago
Manager, FSA (Feasibility Site Activation)
$95K - $115K *
Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing site activation and feasibility assessments for global clinical trials, ensuring timely delivery and high-quality outcomes while fostering team development a...
3 days ago
Manager, FSA (Feasibility Site Activation)
$95K - $115K *
Unlock the potential of clinical trials by leading teams in feasibility assessments and site activation, ensuring timely delivery and quality standards while fostering team development and collaborati...
3 days ago
Manager, FSA (Feasibility Site Activation)
$95K - $115K *
Transform clinical trial success by leading feasibility assessments and site activation teams. Drive operational excellence, manage resources, and foster team development to ensure timely project deli...
3 days ago
Manager, FSA (Feasibility Site Activation)
$95K - $115K *
Lead the charge in delivering high-quality feasibility assessments and site activation for global clinical trials, managing teams to ensure operational success and continuous improvement in a dynamic...
3 days ago
Manager, FSA (Feasibility Site Activation)
$95K - $115K *
Transform clinical trial success by leading feasibility assessments and site activation teams. Drive operational excellence, manage resources, and foster team development to ensure timely and high-qua...
3 days ago
Manager, FSA (Feasibility Site Activation)
$88K - $105K *
Shape the future of clinical trials by leading teams in feasibility assessments and site activation, ensuring timely delivery and high-quality standards while fostering team development and continuous...
3 days ago
$90K - $110K *
Drive impactful epilepsy studies as a Senior Clinical Trial Associate, managing clinical documents, supporting trial teams, and ensuring compliance. Your role is vital in advancing innovative treatmen...
2 weeks ago
Program Manager, Client Services, Clinical Trial Support
$88K - $105K *
Lead the charge in managing client relationships and program performance, ensuring timely delivery of medications. Oversee budgets, facilitate communication between stakeholders, and drive successful...
1 week ago
Associate Director, Patient Recruitment and Retention Execution Manager
$194K - $266K *
Champion patient engagement strategies by leading a dynamic team focused on optimizing recruitment and retention across clinical trials. Drive performance, enhance collaboration, and ensure successful...
1 week ago
Sr Manager, Clinical Data Management
$143K - $185K *
Unlock potential by leading clinical data management for innovative cell therapy studies. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure data integrity and compliance while managing teams and external partn...
Reposted 1 week ago
$100K - $120K *
Transform the future of clinical research by managing studies from startup to closeout, ensuring compliance and data integrity while leading vendor negotiations and overseeing site operations for opti...
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$110K - $130K *
Join a team that's dedicated to managing clinical trial operations, ensuring high-quality outcomes while developing team capabilities and fostering relationships with stakeholders across diverse clini...
1 week ago
Project Director - Clinical Study Management
$110K - $184K *
Support the successful execution of clinical projects by overseeing planning, resource management, and operational performance while ensuring compliance with quality and regulatory standards. Collabor...
1 week ago
$110K - $130K *
Lead the charge in managing clinical trial operations, ensuring high-quality outcomes through effective oversight, team development, and strategic resource allocation across diverse clinical programs...
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Clinical Research Associate II - FSP
$91K - $137K *
Empower your career by managing clinical research sites, ensuring patient safety, and maintaining data integrity. Collaborate with teams to oversee study implementation and monitoring, while enhancing...
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Clinical Research Associate II - FSP
$91K - $137K *
Shape the future of clinical research by managing site operations, ensuring patient safety, and maintaining data integrity. Collaborate with study teams to oversee monitoring activities and drive succ...
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Senior Manager, Trial Awareness & Recruitment
$165K - $185K *
Lead patient recruitment and engagement strategies for clinical trials, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance enrollment and ensure effective communication. Drive innovative approaches...
3 weeks ago
$115K - $145K *
Lead clinical research projects, ensuring compliance with regulations and timelines. Collaborate with teams and sponsors, manage study functions, and drive effective communication to achieve trial mil...
3 weeks ago
Senior Legal Contract Manager (US)
$78K - $156K *
Join a dynamic team as you manage complex commercial contracts, balancing legal and business needs. Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to drive negotiations and enhance contracting process...
Reposted 1 week ago
$180K - $195K *
Join a dynamic team to lead and manage clinical trials, ensuring timely execution and compliance. Collaborate with cross-functional partners and vendors to drive operational success in immunology rese...
3 weeks ago
$180K - $195K *
Oversee and optimize clinical trial operations, ensuring timely execution and compliance across global studies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and vendors to manage budgets, timelines, and ri...
3 weeks ago
$180K - $195K *
Lead the charge in managing complex clinical trials, ensuring timely execution, budget adherence, and compliance with regulations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and vendors to drive operatio...
3 weeks ago
What does a Clinical Trial Manager do?
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?
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?
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?
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.