Sr. Clinical Project Manager

Accountabilities:

• Lead and coordinate one or more complex clinical trials, taking accountability for project strategy, planning, execution, and delivery.
• Maintain continuous audit readiness across clinical projects, including team training records, central files, system validation, and other required documentation.
• Serve as the primary front-room lead during clinical study audits, including mock audits and inspections conducted by regulatory authorities.
• Leverage expertise, resources, and relationships across projects to ensure deliverables and milestones are achieved on time.
• Maintain effective communication across clinical project teams, functional managers, and senior leadership, serving as a Clinical Operations subject matter expert.
• Develop, manage, and monitor clinical project budgets and timelines.
• Support the selection, contracting, coordination, and oversight of CROs, vendors, and contractors.
• Oversee the development of clinical project deliverables, including study manuals, operational plans, and study tools.
• Compile proposed investigational site lists and participate in the review and approval of clinical research sites.
• Visit investigational sites to strengthen clinical relationships and improve collaboration with investigators and site teams.
• Coordinate clinical device forecasting in partnership with supply chain teams to ensure appropriate product availability for each project.
• Support and attend investigator and coordinator meetings, representing the clinical project team.
• Prepare and present clinical project status updates to clinical management.
• Develop and oversee corrective action plans for individual sites and across trials, and participate in internal or external trial-related audits as needed.
• Ensure clinical research activities comply with applicable laws, regulations, standards, and internal SOPs and policies.
• Mentor and train team members, sharing clinical operations expertise and best practices.
• Contribute to non-trial initiatives, including process improvement and procedure development teams.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree required; a degree in a science or healthcare-related field, such as Biology, Nursing, Biomedical Science, Pharmacy, or Veterinary Sciences, is preferred.
• At least 8 years of experience in clinical or scientific research, nursing, medical devices, or pharmaceutical clinical trials.
• Demonstrated ability to independently manage multiple complex clinical projects across global environments.
• Strong understanding of clinical research conduct, applicable regulations, quality standards, and clinical trial operations.
• Analytical skills, including the ability to collect and assess research data, interpret information, and communicate findings to relevant stakeholders.
• Strong organizational and project management capabilities, with the ability to manage competing priorities, budgets, timelines, and deliverables.
• Excellent problem-solving skills, including the ability to gather and analyze information, develop alternatives, and collaborate on solutions.
• Strong oral communication and presentation skills, with the confidence to engage medical professionals, investigators, senior leadership, and cross-functional teams.
• Excellent written communication skills, with the ability to prepare clear, accurate, and persuasive project documentation and status reports.
• Adaptability and dependability, including the ability to respond constructively to changing priorities, delays, and unexpected challenges while maintaining commitments.
• Creative and innovative mindset, with the ability to identify opportunities for improvement and develop practical solutions.
• Self-motivation, persistence, and a strong commitment to achieving challenging goals.
• Collaborative approach and alignment with organizational goals and values.

Benefits:

• Annual salary range: $150,000–$170,000 USD.
• Work arrangement: Remote, with occasional travel to company offices, clinical research sites, and conferences.
• Location reference: Irvine, California.
• Travel: Approximately 20% domestic and international travel.
• The source description does not specify additional benefits such as healthcare coverage, retirement plans, paid time off, or bonus eligibility.

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