Senior Site Activation Manager (US)
About The Position
Worldwide Clinical Trials is seeking a Senior Site Activation Manager II to lead the start-up and activation of clinical research sites across complex studies. The role is accountable for site activation deliverables, timelines, and project performance, and works with sponsors, project teams, regulatory stakeholders, and sites to ensure study sites are ready to begin research efficiently, compliantly, and on schedule. The manager identifies and mitigates risks, tracks study milestones, and supports successful clinical program delivery. The position also contributes to proposals, budgets, and business development activities; coaches and mentors Site Activation Managers; and supports process improvements, standard operating procedures, and best practices. It is a remote role open to candidates based remotely, collaborating with global teams across multiple time zones. The stated U.S. annual salary range is $107,000 to $213,000. Final compensation depends on relevant experience, performance, education, and internal equity. A competitive benefits package is offered depending on location. Worldwide Clinical Trials describes itself as an inclusive and equitable workplace and an equal opportunity employer.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in medical, biological, physical, health, pharmacy, or another related scientific field; or a two-year degree plus four years of clinical research experience.
- Minimum seven years of CRO or pharmaceutical industry experience, preferably in start-up management, project management, site management, or related clinical research functions.
- Strong leadership, project management, planning, organizational, and decision-making skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Thorough understanding of clinical trial start-up, site activation processes, clinical project execution, and overall project planning.
- Knowledge of ICH GCP guidelines and applicable FDA, EU, and national clinical trial regulations.
- Ability to collaborate effectively across global and cross-functional teams, including strong cross-cultural communication skills.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills and ability to engage sponsors, sites, and internal stakeholders.
- Proficiency in written and spoken English.
- Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other digital systems.
Responsibilities
- Lead and oversee study start-up and site activation activities across assigned clinical research projects.
- Serve as the primary point of contact and accountability for site activation deliverables, timelines, and project performance.
- Coordinate cross-functional teams to complete critical-path activities on time and within budget.
- Monitor site identification, qualification, essential document collection, regulatory submissions, and contract progression.
- Assess project risks, develop mitigation strategies, and proactively escalate issues to support on-time study delivery.
- Track, analyze, and communicate site activation metrics, milestones, and project status to sponsors and internal stakeholders.
- Partner with project teams to develop and maintain site activation plans and ensure work scope and budgets reflect study requirements.
- Contribute to proposals, budgets, bid defense activities, and other business development initiatives related to site activation.
- Coach and mentor Site Activation Managers.
- Support process improvements, SOP development, and implementation of best practices.
Benefits
- Competitive benefits package depending on location.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
