Sr. Clinical Trial Manager

Sr. CTM Role2 days on site in Menlo Park, CA3 days remote (hybrid role)Ability to run a full trial (start up, maintenance, close out) independentlyExperience with diagnostics is a plus but not requiredBio/pharma experience is recommended as well as the whole team comes from pharmaAbility to work cross functionally with teams and get along with a lot of different personalitiesAbility to share knowledge but also find a solution based on what is best for everyoneServes as the Clinical Operations Study Lead for assigned studies, providing strategic and operational leadership to ensure successful planning, execution, and delivery of clinical studies.Supports and guides Clinical Trial Managers and Clinical Project Assistants ensuring alignment of study activities, promoting best practices, and driving a unified approach to achieve study objectives.Acts as the primary point of contact for internal cross functional teamsLeads site management and performance oversight, including ensuring proper training, fostering strong site relationships, and monitoring compliance with study protocols, plans, SOPs, GCP/ICH, and all applicable regulatory requirements.Manages all clinical operational aspects of a clinical trial from site selection, start-up, enrollment, maintenance, and close-outDevelops study related plans and documents, including informed consent forms, ensuring alignment with study objectives, regulatory requirements, and overall study strategy.Collaborates on site identification and selection.Participates in EDC set-up by contributing to case report form design, user acceptance testing, development of completion guidelines, and other related activities, supporting study requirements and data quality.Oversees clinical data entry progress ensuring timely resolution of incomplete data and outstanding queries.Contributes to the development and management of site budgets and ensures timely and accurate invoice payments in accordance with site payment termsPartners with cross functional stakeholders such as Clinical Data Management, Biospecimen Management, Finance, Clinical Compliance, Clinical Science, and Lab Operations to define study strategy, align operational plans, and proactively identify and mitigate risks to ensure successful execution.Provides oversight of regional study monitors and/or contract research organizations (CRO) to ensure quality, compliance, and timely study execution while proactively addressing risk and performance issues.Facilitates external communication with site staff and pharmaceutical partners (as applicable).Ensures electronic Trial Master File (eTMF) is current and maintainedClinical trial, Vendor management, oncology, Project management, Clinical research, Clinical trial management, IVDClinical trial, Vendor management, oncologyBachelor's degree or equivalent in the life sciences or related field required.Additional coursework in clinical trial planning and execution is strongly desiredIdeal candidate will have at least 5 years of relevant experience in managing clinical trials, with at least 2 years experience in a Clinical Operations study lead role, at a sponsor company (pharma, biotech, or medical device) with a strong track record of successful trial initiation and executionIndustry experience within in vitro diagnostics (IVD) highly preferred; pharmaceutical, biologics or medical device experience also acceptableThorough knowledge of GCP, ICH guidelines and other US and international clinical regulatory requirementsWorking experience with an electronic data capture system, CTMS system, and eTMF system.Strong interpersonal communication (written and verbal), organizational and prioritization skillsAble to work effectively under a fast-paced and changing environmentStrong work ethic and demonstrated ability to deliver assignments on timeProficient with office automation tools, such as Microsoft Office and the Google suite of appsExpert LevelThis is a Permanent position based out of Menlo Park, CA.The pay range for this position is $140000.00 - $164000.00/yr.Medical, Dental, Vision, 401kThis is a fully onsite position in Menlo Park, CA.This position is anticipated to close on Dec 26, 2025.About ActalentActalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. 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