Associate Director Study Manager; Hybrid

Role Overview

The Associate Director Study Manager leads the operational planning, execution, and delivery of one or more global clinical trials. Ensures high-quality study conduct, drives timelines, manages risks, and coordinates across internal and external stakeholders.

• Lead operational planning, feasibility assessment, and execution of assigned clinical trials
• Serve as the Clinical Trial Team (CTT) Lead and provide cross‑functional leadership
• Drive study strategy, operational reviews, and risk identification and mitigation planning
• Collaborate with internal teams, country organizations, and external partners (e.g., CROs, vendors)
• Oversee study timelines, key deliverables, and execution milestones
• Provide operational input into clinical trial documents (protocols, plans, reports)
• Lead governance interactions (senior management updates and cross‑functional meetings)
• Coach, mentor, and develop junior staff; may serve as a subject matter expert
• Contribute to process improvements

• Bachelor’s degree in life sciences or related field (required)
• Advanced degree (preferred)

• Bachelor’s + minimum 9 years OR Master’s + minimum 6 years OR PhD/PharmD + minimum 2 years clinical development experience

• Strong knowledge of ICH/GCP and clinical research regulatory requirements
• Ability to lead global, cross‑functional clinical trial teams
• Project management, planning, and execution skills; manage competing priorities
• Advanced problem‑solving and risk management
• Stakeholder engagement and influencing skills
• Excellent written/verbal communication
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)

• Experience in global clinical trial environments
• Vendor/CRO oversight experience
• Immunology or relevant therapeutic area experience
• Experience leading cross‑functional governance and decision‑making forums

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