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Clinical Operation Manager Jobs in Wisconsin (NOW HIRING)

Center Clinical Manager

Oregon, WI · On-site

$54.36 - $77.65/hr

He/She collaborates with Center Leadership to design and implement clinical operation strategies that help the center meet/exceed organizational goals. The Center Clinical Manager demonstrates ...

We are currently seeking a Manager, Clinical Operations II, to interact directly with our healthy volunteer participants while learning to read clinical research protocols and enjoy working in a fast ...

We are currently seeking a Manager, Clinical Operations II, to interact directly with our healthy volunteer participants while learning to read clinical research protocols and enjoy working in a fast ...

CLINICAL DIRECTOR

Mequon, WI · On-site

$71K - $97K/yr

Oversee Clinical Operations: Manage daily clinical activities, including resident care plans, health assessments, and coordination of services * Regulatory Compliance: Ensure adherence to federal ...

CLINICAL DIRECTOR

Mequon, WI · On-site

$71K - $97K/yr

Oversee Clinical Operations: Manage daily clinical activities, including resident care plans, health assessments, and coordination of services * Regulatory Compliance: Ensure adherence to federal ...

WI · On-site

$90 - $130/hr

The Lead Clinical Project Manager is responsible for the overall planning, execution, management ... This role provides operational leadership throughout the study lifecycle and ensures that clinical ...

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How much do clinical operation manager jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 6, 2026, the average yearly pay for clinical operation manager in Wisconsin is $98,956.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $73,200.00 and $114,600.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a clinical operation manager?

Clinical Operation Managers are professionals responsible for overseeing the daily operations of clinical research sites, medical facilities, or departments. They ensure that clinical trials or healthcare services are conducted efficiently, comply with regulations, and meet quality standards. Their duties often include supervising staff, managing budgets, implementing policies, and coordinating between various teams. Clinical Operation Managers play a crucial role in ensuring that patient care and research activities run smoothly and effectively.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a clinical operation manager?

To thrive as a Clinical Operation Manager, you need expertise in clinical project management, regulatory compliance, and a background in healthcare or life sciences, often supported by a relevant degree. Familiarity with clinical trial management systems (CTMS), electronic data capture (EDC) tools, and certifications such as PMP or Six Sigma are commonly required. Strong leadership, problem-solving abilities, and excellent communication skills set top performers apart in this role. These competencies are essential for ensuring efficient clinical operations, maintaining regulatory standards, and leading teams to deliver successful trial outcomes.

What are some common challenges clinical operation managers face when coordinating multi-site clinical trials?

Clinical Operation Managers often encounter challenges such as ensuring consistent protocol adherence across all sites, managing communication among geographically dispersed teams, and maintaining timelines despite unexpected delays. They must also address regulatory differences between sites and troubleshoot issues related to patient recruitment and data collection. Success in this role requires strong organizational skills, adaptability, and effective collaboration with investigators, coordinators, and regulatory personnel.

What is the difference between Clinical Operation Manager vs Clinical Research Coordinator?

AspectClinical Operation ManagerClinical Research Coordinator
CredentialsBachelor's degree in health sciences, life sciences, or related field; often with project management certificationsBachelor's degree in health sciences, nursing, or related field; often with research-specific training
Work EnvironmentOversees multiple clinical trials, manages teams, and ensures compliance at a departmental levelCoordinates daily activities of clinical trials, interacts directly with participants and investigators
Employer & IndustryPharmaceutical companies, biotech firms, hospitals, research institutionsResearch sites, hospitals, academic institutions, contract research organizations

The Clinical Operation Manager focuses on overseeing clinical trial operations, managing teams, and ensuring compliance across projects. In contrast, the Clinical Research Coordinator handles the day-to-day activities of specific trials, working closely with participants and investigators. Both roles require relevant healthcare or science credentials, but their scope and responsibilities differ significantly.

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Infographic showing various Clinical Operation Manager job openings in Wisconsin as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 87% Full Time, 12% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $98,956 per year, or $47.6 per hour.

$95 - $125/hr

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Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 4 days ago


Key responsibilities

  • Supervise and manage the performance of assigned direct reports, including conducting performance reviews and development plans.

  • Ensure regulatory training compliance, maintain training records, and escalate issues until resolution.

  • Monitor workload, billable hours, and resource allocation of staff, and assist with staff recruitment and expense management.


Job description

As one of the largest Clinical Research Organizations in the world, we have four Early Phase Clinical Research Units in the UK and US. We are currently seeking a Manager, Clinical Operations II, to interact directly with our healthy volunteer participants while learning to read clinical research protocols and enjoy working in a fast-paced team-oriented environment. Each day is different, you will be exposed to a wide variety of Therapeutic Indications and study types (ascending dose, first-in-human, food effect, drug to drug interactions, etc.) This is a full-time, office/clinic-based job in Madison, WI. If you join us, you will work with some of the world´s leading pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device companies in a vital stage of clinical development: establishing the safety, tolerability and pharmacokinetics of a new drug. Many are drawn to this profession because of its direct impact on patient care. If this is your case, you will not miss that working in Phase 1 trials. Whilst allowing you to have a close face-to-face relationship with participants, and as you continue to practice your clinical skills and knowledge, you´ll be involved with the latest medical technologies and treatments, witnessing their development firsthand. When the drug you worked with gets approved, you know you´ll touch many patient´s lives around the world.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

Responsible for the supervision of assigned direct reports within PI MS. Responsible for detailed performance review and management of assigned direct reports including Annual Performance Management and Development (PMD) and Individual Development Plan (IDP). Responsible for appropriate management and resolution of performance issues. Effectively communicate management strategies, policies, and procedures in conjunction with leadership teams. Develop and maintain effective relationships with the management team to manage assigned staff in a matrix environment. Maintain good working relationships with internal and external clients to ensure opportunity for acquiring additional new business. Other key responsibilities: Has regulatory oversight of direct reports by ensuring regulatory training is executed, understood and implemented. Escalate issues and follow them till proper resolution. Ensures training record compliance with training matrix and ensures training records are up to date. Provide input to relevant SOPs and stand plans/templates with applicable. Assist with coordination and implementation of on-boarding of new direct reports ensuring GCT training before study-related activities begins. Hold staff accountable for issue escalation to the management team, the sponsor and QA as appropriate and determine regional implications for corrective action plans. Hold staff accountable for quality and compliance with project plan and adherence to contract obligations. Coach staff to own effective Investigation relations and Investigator oversight when applicable. Report status of assigned workload of direct reports and ensure allocation reports are updated. Perform weekly review of direct report billable hours and utilizations (in context of project allocation supply and demand); escalade of outliers and assists management team for mitigation. Adheres to global tools for monitoring and utilization forecasting. Assist with staff recruitment through screening and interviewing. Financial authority in accordance with current signature approval matrix Accountable for expense management, expense report approval and compliance with Travel Policy of direct reports. Liaise with internal and external customers in relevant process improvement initiatives. Encourages use of standardized processes and tools in alignment with associated policies to ensure efficiency and productivity. Support the company/department processes (e.g., Quality Control Visits). Identify, develop, and implement measures to improve the efficiency of the department. Responsible for staff time management, PTO and salary reviews. Might be requested to work in a client facing environment. All other duties as needed or assigned.

YOU NEED TO BRING…
  • University/college degree (life sciences preferred) or certification in a related allied health profession from an appropriately accredited institution (e.g., nursing certification, medical or laboratory).
  • 5 years of direct Clinical research experience or combined with other relevant experience (i.e., worked as a Clinical Team Leader/Project Manager at a Pharma or CRO).
  • Individual proficiency with managing direct reports or equivalent combination of education and experience to successfully perform the key responsibilities of the job.

The important thing for us is you are comfortable working in an environment that is: Fast paced: where no deviations from the study protocol are allowed, and not meeting a timeline for even few minutes will create a quality issue. Changing priorities constantly asking you to prioritize and adapt on the spot. Teamwork and people skills are essential for the study to run smoothly. Technology based. We collect our data directly into an electronic environment.

What do you get?

Regular, full-time or part-time employees working 20 or more hours per week are eligible for comprehensive benefits including but not limited to:

  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Life
  • STD/LTD (multiple insurance carriers)
  • 401(K)
  • Paid time off (PTO)
  • Employee recognition awards
  • Multiple ERG’s
Physical Requirements:

Mandatory immunizations and screening as required. Handling of biologically hazardous and radiolabeled material is necessary. Must be able to see (distinguish colors) and hear to meet, if necessary, the job requirements. Must have excellent command of the English language, both oral and written. Must be able to use hands to finger, handle, or touch objects, tools or controls, including a computer keyboard, for up to 6 hours per day. Must be able to stand and/or bend for up to 6 hours per day. Overtime and weekend work as required.

Travel Requirements:

less than 5% of the time for potential cross-site support needs or external training needs.

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