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As of Jun 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for central monitoring in the United States is $16.90, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.35 and $17.55 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is central monitoring in clinical trials?

Central monitoring refers to the remote oversight and analysis of clinical trial data, often from a centralized location, to ensure data quality, patient safety, and protocol compliance. It uses advanced technology and statistical methods to identify trends, outliers, and potential risks in the data collected from multiple trial sites. This process helps detect issues early, allowing for targeted on-site visits and more efficient trial management. Central monitoring is a key component of risk-based monitoring strategies in modern clinical research.

What is the difference between Central Monitoring vs Security Monitoring Technician?

AspectCentral MonitoringSecurity Monitoring Technician
CertificationsSecurity licenses, alarm system certificationsSecurity licenses, alarm system certifications
Work EnvironmentMonitoring centers, control roomsOn-site security posts, client locations
Industry UsageSecurity companies, alarm monitoring servicesSecurity firms, private security providers
Job FocusMonitoring multiple alarm systems remotelyResponding to security incidents on-site or remotely

Central Monitoring involves remotely overseeing alarm systems from a control center, focusing on monitoring multiple sites. Security Monitoring Technicians often work on-site or at client locations, responding directly to security issues. Both roles require similar certifications and serve the security industry, but their work environments and daily tasks differ significantly.

How does a Central Monitoring professional typically collaborate with clinical trial sites and other teams?

Central Monitoring professionals play a pivotal role in ensuring data quality and compliance by working closely with site coordinators, data management teams, and clinical project managers. They regularly review site data remotely, identify trends or discrepancies, and communicate findings to site staff to address potential issues proactively. Frequent virtual meetings and detailed reports are common, fostering ongoing collaboration to maintain trial integrity and regulatory standards. This teamwork-oriented approach helps resolve issues efficiently and supports the overall success of the clinical trial.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Central Monitoring professional, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Central Monitoring professional, you need a solid understanding of clinical trial processes, data analysis, and regulatory requirements, typically supported by a background in life sciences or related fields. Familiarity with electronic data capture (EDC) systems, risk-based monitoring tools, and clinical trial management systems (CTMS) is crucial. Strong attention to detail, critical thinking, and effective communication skills help you identify and escalate data discrepancies or compliance issues. These skills ensure data integrity, regulatory compliance, and efficient oversight of clinical trials.
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Associate Director, Central Monitor - Hybrid

Associate Director, Central Monitor - Hybrid

AbbVie

North Chicago, IL

Full-time

Posted 22 days ago

AbbVie rating

8.8

Company rating: 8.8 out of 10

Based on 95 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

11th of 71 rated pharmaceutical

Job description

Company Description

About AbbVie

AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas including immunology, oncology and neuroscience - and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at www.abbvie.com. Follow @abbvie on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, X and YouTube.

Job Description

The Central Monitoring Associate Director is responsible for bringing science to life by leading a cross-functional team of Central Monitoring Managers charged with de-risking assigned clinical studies and thereby advancing AbbVie clinical research and development programs. The Central Monitoring Associate Director is accountable for service delivery results (quality, efficient, on-time and on-objective delivery) and for the building and strengthening the talent pipeline for today's needs and for the leaders of tomorrow.
The Associate Director of Central Monitoring role is a manager of manager position that will be filled when organizational size requires this level to manage span of control.

Responsibilities:

  • Responsible for maximizing the value and efficiently utilizing AbbVie's most valuable resource (staff) in the front-line Central Monitoring space. Leads, manages, and supervises a combined team of Central Monitoring Managers with delivery responsibilities for a portfolio of studies.
  • Creates an internal leadership talent pipeline and mentors/coaches team members on their leadership journey
  • Fosters a growth mindset within the team based on inclusive collaboration, innovation, learning and continuous improvement that delivers successful outcomes for the study, the team, the individual and the business.
  • Develops the central monitoring staffing strategy and tactics in support of assigned clinical research programs, to ensure execution is with quality and efficiency, on-time, and in line with company objectives.
  • Executes and manages the central monitoring staffing strategy including fluidly adjusting plans in support of project priorities and/or timelines plan.
  • Recruits, hires, and trains the front-line Central Monitoring Leadership team, including therapeutic area training, compliance training and study management-specific knowledge as required to perform assigned tasks.
  • Manages the performance cycle including expectation setting, objective setting (both tactical and stretch opportunities to ensure continuous growth), the provision of constructive and timely feedback (informal & formal, direct feedback as well as feedback from CDO business partners) reviews and management of any performance issues to resolution.
  • Interacts with and influences all levels of management and cross-functional team members in Clinical Development Operations to achieve high standards of output from front-line Central Monitoring Leadership staff.

**This is a hybrid based role working on-site T-TH. Candidates must be local to Marlow,  and work on-site 3 days a week. 

Qualifications
  • Education & Experience
    Bachelors degree in related field, may include life sciences, risk-based discipline.
    Extensive clinically related experience or data trend analysis experience, and people management experience (remote experience preferred).
    Experience working in an RBQM-model or similar experience with risk-based monitoring required.
    Experience/exposure to drug development, operations, risk management, successful decision-making, strategic execution
  • Make Possibilities Real
    Proven leadership skills in a cross-functional global team environment.
    Experience in managing remote/virtual teams and an ability to influence and align stakeholders, while modeling and driving AbbVie's leadership attributes.
    Ability to remove obstacles and provide support that enables direct reports to achieve results.
    Able to successfully coach and mentor both with direct reports and in a matrix environment.
  • Clear & Courageous
    Respectfully provides transparent, accurate and timely feedback to help direct reports improve performance.
  • Analytic & Critical Thinking Skills
    Strong analytical and critical thinking skills and the ability to evaluate complex issues from multiple perspectives and drive SMART SURE decision making and timely outcomes.
    Ability to anticipate and address critical issues; and develop contingency plans in a proactive manner.
  • Interpersonal & Communication Skills
    Acts with integrity in accordance with ABBVIE code of business conduct.
    Evangelist for RBQM within the organization, promoting value of early detection in de-risking studies.
    Strong English language skills-spoken, written, and conversational.
    Lead dynamic meetings and create engaging presentations.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate persuasively and with clarity, flexibility, and adaptability to changing requirements, resourcefulness, and creativity. Demonstrated proactive and positive team player.
    Able to maintain calm, cool, collected, and competent composure in high pressure situations in order to ensure successful hand-off to stakeholders responsible for taking action.
    Open and receptive to the gift of feedback in the pursuit of continuous improvement.
  • Organizational Skills
    Exhibits strong planning and organizational skills and high level of flexibility in a dynamic environment with competing projects and deadlines.
  • Computer Skills
    Comfortable with use/operation of data analytics and visualization tools for oversight.
    Competent with Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams).

GRADE AND BENEFITS WILL DEPEND ON LOCAL COUNTRY 

Additional Information

AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives and serving our community. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled. 

US & Puerto Rico only - to learn more, visit https://www.abbvie.com/join-us/equal-employment-opportunity-employer.html

US & Puerto Rico applicants seeking a reasonable accommodation, click here to learn more:

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AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas: immunology, oncology, neuroscience, eye care, virology, women's health, and gastroenterology, in addition to products and services across its Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at www.abbvie.com. Follow @abbvie on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and LinkedIn.

Industry

Scientific research and development services

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

North Chicago, IL, US

Year founded

2013

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