Senior Manager, Study Start Up - FSP in United States at Jobgether
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Job Description
This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Senior Manager, Study Start Up - FSP in the United States.
This role sits at the heart of global clinical study execution, driving end-to-end study start-up and site activation across Phase I–III and real-world evidence trials. You will act as a key connector between clinical operations teams, CRO partners, vendors, and investigative sites to ensure studies launch efficiently and meet critical timelines. The position plays a strategic role in early study planning, country and site selection, and data-driven feasibility modeling to support predictable trial delivery. You will also lead efforts to streamline start-up processes, reduce complexity, and improve activation speed across global programs. Working in a highly collaborative and fast-paced environment, you will influence operational decisions that directly impact study success and enrollment performance. This role combines strategic oversight with hands-on execution, requiring strong leadership in global clinical development operations. It is ideal for someone passionate about accelerating clinical research and improving patient access to therapies.
- Lead global study start-up and site activation activities across multiple clinical programs, ensuring alignment with timelines, milestones, and organizational objectives.
- Develop, implement, and oversee comprehensive study start-up plans in collaboration with CRO partners and internal clinical operations teams.
- Drive country and site selection, feasibility assessments, enrollment forecasting, and scenario planning using data-driven insights.
- Establish and optimize processes, tools, and methodologies to improve start-up efficiency and consistency across studies.
- Partner with cross-functional stakeholders and CRO teams to resolve site-level challenges and remove activation barriers.
- Track key performance indicators (KPIs), cycle times, and operational metrics to identify risks and improve delivery performance.
- Ensure compliance with global regulatory requirements, GCP standards, and internal quality expectations across all start-up activities.
- Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, Pharmacy, or a related scientific discipline.
- 8+ years of experience in clinical operations within a CRO or biopharmaceutical environment.
- 5+ years of experience managing clinical study operational activities, ideally in global or multinational trials.
- Proven expertise in study start-up, site activation, feasibility, and country/site selection processes.
- Strong experience collaborating with CROs, external vendors, and cross-functional clinical teams.
- Solid understanding of GCP, clinical trial regulations, and study management processes.
- Excellent project management, analytical, and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Strong communication and leadership skills, with experience guiding teams and influencing stakeholders in a global setting.
- Competitive compensation package aligned with experience and market benchmarks.
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
- Retirement savings plans with employer contribution options.
- Flexible work arrangements, including hybrid or remote opportunities depending on role requirements.
- Paid time off, holidays, and wellbeing leave policies.
- Professional development opportunities and access to global clinical research projects.
- Collaborative, mission-driven environment focused on advancing healthcare innovation.