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Parexel

Site Activation Leader

Parexel

. Lead site activation planning and strategy development for assigned clinical studies, overseeing milestones and deliverables from site feasibility through last site activation .

Posted 9/21/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in clinical trial site activation, including strategic planning, regulatory compliance, and cross-functional coordination. Proven ability to lead site activation teams, manage client relationships, and optimize processes for successful study initiation.

Highest-signal resume keywords
Site Activation LeadershipRegulatory ComplianceClinical Trial Management SystemProject ManagementGood Clinical Practice

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Hard Skills
Clinical Research OperationsSite Activation ProcessesClinical Trial Start-UpRisk MitigationTimeline ManagementData IntegrityProcess ImprovementDocumentation ManagementCritical Path PlanningMilestone Management
Soft Skills
Excellent Communication SkillsStrategic PlanningCross-Functional CoordinationAttention to DetailProblem-Solving
Tools & Technologies
Electronic Data CaptureInteractive Response TechnologyTrial Master File SystemsClinical Trial Management System
Industry Keywords
Life SciencesHealthcareGood Clinical PracticeRegulatory AuthorityEthics CommitteeInformed Consent FormClinical Research SitesClinical Trial Regulations

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Lead site activation planning and strategy development for assigned clinical studies, overseeing milestones and deliverables from site feasibility through last site activation
  • Develop, coordinate, and execute study critical path plans, including site feasibility, site selection, Regulatory Green Light, site initiation, site activation, system setup, Trial Master File and Expected Document List management, ethics committee and regulatory authority or Ministry of Health strategy, informed consent form customization, risk mitigation, activation requirements, tools, documents, and reporting
  • Monitor and report site activation progress across multiple studies, identify potential delays and risks, and lead cross-functional teams in resolving complex activation challenges
  • Provide guidance to site activation team members and serve as a liaison among project management, site start-up teams, site activation functions, and clinical operations leadership
  • Manage client relationships and communications regarding site activation timelines and deliverables, and serve as the Study Start-Up Subject Matter Expert for designated client accounts
  • Provide strategic guidance, best practice recommendations, and technical expertise to support study initiation and site activation outcomes
  • Support business development activities by contributing site activation expertise to proposals and bid pursuit meetings
  • Implement standardized site activation processes and best practices, analyze activation metrics, and drive process optimization and quality initiatives
  • Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and company Standard Operating Procedures, and contribute to site activation procedures and templates
  • Lead use of Clinical Trial Management System, Electronic Data Capture, Interactive Response Technology, and Trial Master File systems to optimize site activation workflows
  • Oversee documentation, data integrity, system maintenance, timeline planning, and resource allocation across the assigned portfolio

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences, Healthcare, Business Administration, or a related field
  • 4-7 years of experience in clinical research operations with site activation leadership
  • Proven experience leading site activation teams and processes
  • Comprehensive knowledge of clinical trial start-up processes and requirements
  • Strong background in regulatory compliance in clinical research
  • Extensive experience working with clinical research sites and investigators
  • Demonstrated understanding of clinical trial timelines and milestone management
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills with senior stakeholders
  • Strengths in site activation leadership, strategic planning, and cross-functional coordination
  • Comprehensive knowledge of clinical trial regulations, Good Clinical Practice, site activation processes, and clinical research operations
  • Advanced project management, critical thinking, problem-solving, and process improvement capabilities
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy in complex clinical trial documentation

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Health, Vision & Dental Insurance
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Vacation/Holiday/Sick Time
  • Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts
  • Work/Life Balance
  • 401(k) with Company match
  • Pet Insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Life insurance