Study Manager – Infectious Disease

Syneos Health

. Manage interdisciplinary clinical research studies as a project manager .

Posted 10/13/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing interdisciplinary clinical research studies while ensuring compliance with GCP and regulatory requirements. Proven ability to lead project teams, manage financial performance, and develop client relationships to drive business growth.

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Project ManagementGood Clinical Practice (GCP)Clinical Research Organization (CRO) ExperienceRegulatory ComplianceInterpersonal Communication

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Hard Skills

Project Financial ManagementStudy Conduct CoordinationRisk Mitigation StrategiesDatabase ManagementInspection Readiness

Soft Skills

Organizational SkillsTime ManagementPresentation SkillsInterpersonal SkillsIndependent Work

Industry Keywords

Clinical ResearchTherapeutic Area ExpertiseSOPsTMF QualityBid Defense Meetings

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage interdisciplinary clinical research studies as a project manager
Ensure compliance with GCP, relevant SOPs, and regulatory requirements
Act as primary liaison between the Company and the Customer
Ensure timely study launch, conduct, and closeout
Lead project teams to ensure quality, timelines, and budget management
Manage project financial performance
Coordinate study conduct partners and manage issues
Oversee project deliverables and TMF quality and completeness
Maintain study information in databases and systems
Manage inspection readiness and project plans
Plan, coordinate, and present internal and external meetings
Prepare project management reports for clients and management
Develop contingency plans and risk mitigation strategies
Develop client relationships to generate future business
Participate in bid defense meetings as a potential project manager
May line manage project management team members and clinical monitoring staff

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree (or equivalent) level of qualification in life sciences, Medicine, Pharmacy, Nursing or equivalent combination of education and experience
Clinical research organization (CRO) and relevant therapeutic experience preferred
Strong knowledge of Good Clinical Practice/ICH guidelines and other applicable regulatory requirements
Strong organizational skills
Strong ability to manage time and work independently
Direct therapeutic area expertise
Ability to embrace new technologies
Excellent communication, presentation, interpersonal skills, both written and spoken
Ability to travel as necessary (approximately 25%)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Career development and progression
Supportive and engaged line management
Technical and therapeutic area training
Peer recognition and total rewards program
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
Company car or car allowance may be included