Site Activation Manager – II

Syneos Health

. Manage site activation activities in the United States and at least one additional global region.

Posted 10/23/2026full-timeMorrisville • North Carolina • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $79,800 - $139,600 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing site activation activities and regulatory submissions within the clinical research industry, with a strong understanding of GCP and clinical trial regulations. Proven ability to effectively coordinate multiple deliverables in a global, cross-functional environment.

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Site Activation ManagementRegulatory SubmissionsStrong Site Start-Up ExperienceGCP KnowledgeStakeholder Management

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Hard Skills

Site ActivationStudy Start-Up ManagementRegulatory SubmissionsEthics/IRB SubmissionsClinical Trial RegulationsCountry-Specific Start-Up Requirements

Soft Skills

Excellent CommunicationOrganizational Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree

Industry Keywords

Clinical ResearchSite Start-Up (SSU)Global Environment

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Google Cloud Platform

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage site activation activities in the United States and at least one additional global region.
Manage regulatory submissions and ethics/IRB submissions.
Lead site activation and study start-up management activities.
Manage multiple site activation deliverables and timelines simultaneously.
Apply knowledge of GCP, clinical trial regulations, and country-specific start-up requirements.
Work effectively in a global, cross-functional environment.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree required.
Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Site Activation Manager (SAM) within the clinical research industry.
Experience managing site activation activities in the United States and at least one additional global region.
Strong Site Start-Up (SSU) experience, including regulatory submissions, ethics/IRB submissions, site activation, and study start-up management.
Proven ability to manage multiple site activation deliverables and timelines simultaneously.
Strong understanding of GCP, clinical trial regulations, and country-specific start-up requirements.
Excellent communication, organizational, and stakeholder management skills.
Ability to work effectively in a global, cross-functional environment.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Career development and progression
Supportive and engaged line management
Technical and therapeutic area training
Peer recognition and total rewards program
Inclusive culture
Company car or car allowance
Medical, Dental and Vision health benefits
Company match 401k
Eligibility to participate in Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Eligibility to earn commissions/bonus based on company and individual performance
Flexible paid time off (PTO)
Sick time