Manager, Clinical Operations; Patient

Manager, Clinical Operations (Patient Recruitment)

New York, NY

• Title:
  
  Manager, Clinical Operations (Patient Recruitment)
• Location:
  
  Hybrid, New York, NY

Founded in 2021, Transcend Therapeutics is a late‑clinical‑stage neuroscience company developing rapid‑acting treatments for neuropsychiatric diseases. Our lead asset TSND‑201, a rapid‑acting neuroplastogen, is the first and only product to demonstrate rapid, robust, and durable therapeutic effects in PTSD. TSND‑201 was granted Breakthrough Therapy designation by the FDA based on Phase 2 results, and we have aligned on a Phase 3 program for TSND‑201 in PTSD.

Transcend is backed by leading life sciences investors and driven by a mission to create treatments for the millions of people for whom current psychiatric medicines have not worked.

The Manager, Patient Recruitment is a member of the Clinical Operations team and is responsible for overseeing patient recruitment to support enrollment in clinical studies in collaboration with patient recruitment vendors and sites.

A successful Manager in Patient Recruitment takes initiative in recruitment strategies, identifies challenges and proactively makes adjustments or decisions to meet study enrollment goals. The position will report to the (Assoc/Sr) Director, Clinical Operations.

• Set up study recruitment plans/operations during study start up including site recruitment and central recruitment strategies.
• Evaluate patient recruitment vendors and provide oversight/coordination with vendors throughout the study.
• Develop and review study and site recruitment materials (design elements and written content of flyers, posters, newsletters, ads, etc.).
• Regularly interact with clinical study sites to support individualized site recruitment needs.
• Track progress and success of various recruitment tactics with study enrollment goals in mind.
• Identify new recruitment strategies as needed and lead efforts in recruitment challenges.
• Communicate with various internal and external personnel (i.e., study staff, site personnel, CTM).
• Participate in study team meetings and provide updates to senior personnel.
• Participate in creation, review, and revision of clinical SOPs.
• All other duties as required.

This is a great opportunity to step into a high‑impact, high‑visibility role on the early team of Transcend Therapeutics. We offer competitive cash and equity compensation; medical, dental, and vision insurance; 401k; unlimited vacation and sick time; and more.

The salary range for this role is $130,000 to $150,000, plus equity and benefits.

• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in a life science
• 2+ years experience in patient recruitment in a pharmaceutical company, CRO, patient recruitment vendor or similar organization, 4+ overall years in clinical research
• Experience in recruiting studies in psychiatry‑related indications is preferred
• Proficient knowledge of GCP/ICH, drug development process, clinical operations

• Excellent verbal, written, communication and interpersonal skills
• Creative and flexible, able to pivot when needed
• Able to align with company goals and focus on the big picture
• Able to effectively communicate and collaborate across functions and job levels
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to multi‑task and work effectively in a fast‑paced environment
• Internally motivated, with a passion for mental health
• Routinely takes initiative

• Travel may be required (approximately 5%)

We are committed to building a diverse, inclusive and talented team, free from discrimination. If you're excited about our mission but don't meet 100% of the qualifications above, we encourage you to apply.