Site Activation Manager

Worldwide Clinical Trials

. Serve as the primary point of communication and accountability for study start-up and maintenance activities .

Posted 9/29/2026full-timeRemote • AustraliaMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in site activation management, including project planning, risk assessment, and compliance with ICH GCP and regulatory guidelines. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams, communicate effectively, and drive process improvements in clinical research environments.

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Site Activation ManagementProject ManagementRegulatory ComplianceCross-Cultural CommunicationLeadership Skills

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Hard Skills

Site ActivationRisk AssessmentProject PlanningClinical ResearchRegulatory ProcessesData AnalysisSOP DevelopmentKPI TrackingChange Order ManagementFeasibility Assessment

Soft Skills

Interpersonal CommunicationOrganizational ManagementDecision MakingTeam MotivationAdaptability

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft WordMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft PowerPointDigital Systems

Industry Keywords

CROPharmaceutical IndustryClinical TrialsICH GCPFDA RegulationsEU Clinical Trials DirectivesSite QualificationSite SelectionChange ManagementProcess Improvement

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as the primary point of communication and accountability for study start-up and maintenance activities
Oversee functional group activities involved in site activation to ensure critical-path activities are completed on time and within budget
Compile, manage, track, and analyze site activation activities
Support feasibility and site identification activities as needed
Expedite Site Qualification and Selection processes
Communicate Site Activation and Regulatory project status to sponsors and project teams
Prepare risk assessments and mitigation plans
Ensure study activities are included in work order budgets and track out-of-scope activities through change orders
Develop and maintain site activation project plans
Contribute to SOPs, best-practice guidelines, training, and coaching
Provide input to departmental process improvement initiatives
Establish and interpret site activation metrics to drive corrective action and achieve KPIs
Support business development through proposals and bid defense meetings
Report and escalate issues to leadership to resolve risks and protect deliverables
Comply with SOPs, ICH GCP, and applicable regulations
Liaise with functional contributors and vendors
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

A minimum four-year college curriculum with a major concentration in medical, biological, physical, health, pharmacy, or other related science OR two-year college curriculum or equivalent education / training (nursing degree or equivalent life science degree) and experience within clinical research (e.g. CRA, Reg Affairs)
Minimum of 4 years CRO/pharmaceutical industry experience, preferably in Start-up Management, Project Management, and/or Site Management experience
Proficient in cross-cultural communication
Proficient in both spoken and written English
Strong leadership and organizational management skills
Ability to exercise sound judgment and make decisions independently
Ability to motivate, lead and engage a team
Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills
Understanding of regulatory processes and guidelines
Understanding of initiation, planning, and execution of clinical projects and overall project planning
Awareness of ICH GCP Guidelines and FDA/EU Clinical Trials Directives/National regulations
Ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced and constantly changing environment
Ability to work in an organized, methodical, and self-motivated manner
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and digital systems

Benefits

Comp & perks

Equal employment opportunity employer
Diverse and inclusive work environment
Collaboration and creativity-focused workplace