Senior Clinical Trial Manager

IRE • Raleigh, NC

1d • Remote

About The Position

The Senior Clinical Trial Manager at ICON manages clinical trial operations activities and supports the team and stakeholders in delivering high-quality outcomes across clinical programmes. The role coordinates clinical trial management delivery, resolves issues, and develops team capability. It includes oversight of clinical budgets, study monitoring and oversight, CRA training and mentoring, study start-up and enrollment, study integrity, and relationships with sponsors, vendors, and cross-functional teams. The position is remote in the United States and may require approximately 25% travel.

Requirements

• A minimum of 4 years of experience in a Clinical Trial Management position at a CRO or pharmaceutical organization.
• At least 10 years of relevant experience in clinical trial management.
• Bachelor's degree in health, life sciences, or another relevant field of study.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and develop a team.
• Willingness to travel as required, approximately 25%.

Nice To Haves

• At least 2 years of monitoring experience.
• Experience managing complex or global trials.
• Experience managing all trial components from start-up to database lock.
• Experience coaching or mentoring other CTMs, leading a team of CTMs, and participating in departmental initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the clinical portion of the budget to ensure efficient resource allocation.
• Develop monitoring plans and tools to ensure effective study oversight.
• Train and mentor Clinical Research Associates (CRAs) to optimize their performance.
• Drive enrollment and lead study start-up activities while adhering to timelines.
• Review trip reports and implement corrective and preventative action plans when necessary.
• Foster productive relationships with sponsors, vendors, and cross-functional teams.
• Coordinate clinical trial management delivery, resolve issues, and develop team capability.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary and performance-related incentives.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage where applicable.
• Retirement and pension plans.
• Life assurance and disability coverage.
• Employee assistance programmes and wellbeing resources.
• Learning and development opportunities through structured training and career pathways.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior