Clinical Research Manager

MSD

. Serve as the main point of contact for assigned protocols and link Country Operations with the clinical trial team .

Posted 10/22/2026full-timeRemote • New Jersey • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $142,400 - $224,100 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in clinical research management, ensuring compliance with ICH/GCP and local regulations while effectively leading study teams and managing project deliverables. Proficient in strategic planning, risk management, and fostering relationships with stakeholders to drive successful clinical trial outcomes.

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Clinical Research ManagementICH GCP ComplianceProject ManagementTeam LeadershipRisk Management

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Hard Skills

Clinical Trial PlanningClinical Trials MonitoringClinical Trials OperationsRegulatory ComplianceQuality ManagementMetrics AnalysisResource AllocationProtocol DevelopmentBudget ManagementTraining and Development

Soft Skills

Strong Organizational SkillsStrategic ThinkingSkilled NegotiationConflict ResolutionEffective Communication

Tools & Technologies

CTMSETMF

Industry Keywords

Clinical ResearchAdverse Event ReportingFeasibility StudiesSite ManagementOutsourcing Vendors

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as the main point of contact for assigned protocols and link Country Operations with the clinical trial team
Plan, drive, and track study deliverables, timelines, and results from feasibility and site selection through recruitment, execution, and closeout
Ensure assigned protocols comply with ICH/GCP, country regulations, company policies, quality standards, and adverse event reporting requirements
Review Monitoring Visit Reports and escalate performance issues and training needs
Perform Quality Control visits as required
Lead local study teams, train local roles, support CRAs as protocol expert, and coordinate country activities
Create and execute local risk management plans
Ensure compliance with CTMS, eTMF, and other key systems
Escalate challenges and issues to appropriate clinical research and quality leadership
Collaborate with outsourcing vendors, investigators, and external partners
Serve as country point of contact for programmatically outsourced trials
Support local business needs, including signing contracts and managing budgets when delegated
Collaborate with headquarters, Pharmacovigilance, Regulatory, and Global Medical Affairs functions
Build business relationships with investigators and represent the company in a customer-facing role
Share protocol-specific information and best practices across countries and clusters
Manage end-to-end performance and project management for assigned clinical research protocols

Requirements

What you’ll need

5+ years of experience in clinical research
Bachelor’s degree in science or comparable qualification
Knowledge in project management and site management
Strong organizational skills
Ability to make independent decisions and oversee clinical research activities according to global policies
Strong understanding of the local regulatory environment
Strong scientific and clinical research knowledge
Understanding of clinical trial planning, management, and metrics
Ability to manage multiple deliverables and protocols simultaneously
Effective written and spoken English and local language proficiency
Ability to manage resource allocation, processes, productivity, quality, and project delivery
Strategic thinking
Strong leadership skills
Ability to identify problems, conflicts, and opportunities and prepare mitigation plans
Skilled negotiation and conflict resolution
Educational, diplomatic, and empathic skills for maintaining professional relationships
Knowledge of Clinical Quality Management, Clinical Trial Planning, Clinical Trials Monitoring, Clinical Trials Operations, ICH GCP Guidelines, Regulatory Compliance, Risk Management, Strategic Planning, Team Leadership, and Training and Development
No visa sponsorship available
Valid driving license is not required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual bonus eligibility
Long-term incentive eligibility, if applicable
Medical, dental, and vision healthcare
Other insurance benefits for employee and family
Retirement benefits, including 401(k)
Paid holidays
Vacation days
Compassionate and sick days
Remote work arrangement
25% travel requirement
No relocation required