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You will own responsibility for entire clinical trial studies, including operational design ... unit and company performance. In addition to compensation, Biogen offers a full and highly ...

You will own responsibility for entire clinical trial studies, including operational design ... unit and company performance. In addition to compensation, Biogen offers a full and highly ...

As the Head of Clinical Trial Start-Up, you will spearhead Biogen's global study activation ... unit and company performance. In addition to compensation, Biogen offers a full and highly ...

As the Head of Clinical Trial Start-up, you will spearhead Biogen's global study activation ... unit and company performance. Benefits In addition to compensation, Biogen offers a full and highly ...

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As the Head of Clinical Trial Start-Up, you will spearhead Biogen's global study activation ... unit and company performance. In addition to compensation, Biogen offers a full and highly ...

About This Role As the Head of Clinical Trial Start-Up, you will spearhead Biogen's global study ... unit and company performance. Benefits * Medical * Dental * Vision * & Life insurances * Fitness ...

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Promotes a positive work environment and contributes to a dynamic, team focused work unit that ... Under the direction of Research Nurse/Clinical Trial Manager/Physician, captures and reports ...

$20.50 - $27.25/hr

Promotes a positive work environment and contributes to a dynamic, team focused work unit that ... Under the direction of Research Nurse/Clinical Trial Manager/Physician, captures and reports ...

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How much do clinical trial unit jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for clinical trial unit in the United States is $39.99, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $32.21 and $43.99 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a clinical trial unit?

A Clinical Trial Unit (CTU) is a specialized team or facility dedicated to designing, managing, and supporting clinical trials in healthcare and medical research. CTUs coordinate the logistics, regulatory compliance, and data management required to conduct clinical studies safely and efficiently. They work closely with researchers, healthcare professionals, and regulatory bodies to ensure trials meet ethical standards and produce reliable results. CTUs play a crucial role in advancing medical knowledge and developing new treatments by facilitating high-quality clinical research.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in a clinical trial unit role?

To thrive in a Clinical Trial Unit, you need a solid background in clinical research methodologies, regulatory compliance, and data management, often supported by a degree in life sciences or related fields. Familiarity with electronic data capture (EDC) systems, Good Clinical Practice (GCP) certification, and trial management software is typically required. Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and clear communication set individuals apart in this role. These competencies are crucial to ensure accuracy, regulatory adherence, and smooth coordination of clinical trials.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals working in a clinical trial unit, and how can they be addressed?

Professionals in a Clinical Trial Unit often face challenges such as managing complex regulatory compliance, coordinating across multidisciplinary teams, and ensuring timely patient recruitment and retention. Staying organized and proactive in communication helps address these issues, as does ongoing training on evolving guidelines and best practices. Collaboration with investigators, sponsors, and data management teams is crucial to ensure trials run smoothly and meet ethical and scientific standards.

Associate Director, Clinical Trial Lead

Remote

Biogen
Scientific Research and Development Services • 5 - 10K employees

$171K - $236K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

Make the most meaningful impact of your career in this rewarding role with Biogen, a well-established pioneer in the pharmaceutical industry. This is your rare opportunity to transcend day-to-day management operations as you design operational strategy and oversee our clinical research organization (CRO) partners to develop clear protocol concepts and final protocols. The best part: You will own responsibility for entire clinical trial studies, including operational design, successful delivery, and the positive impact on the lives of patients with a wide array of neurological conditions, including nephrotic conditions, multiple sclerosis (MS), Alzheimer's disease, and spinal muscular atrophy (SMA). Working from home, office, or both on a flexible, hybrid schedule, you'll have the support of a team with well-established procedures in place to make your vision a reality.

What You'll Do

  • Develop and oversee implementation of the study-level operational strategy for the successful delivery of clinical studies.
  • Chair the Study Management Team (SMT) to drive development of scientifically robust, operationally feasible, and clear concepts/protocols.
  • Oversee delivery of studies by CROs to ensure quality execution in line with time and budget forecasts.
  • Partner with the CRO SMT lead to ensure the CRO creates appropriate risk-mitigation plans and effectively identifies/resolves issues.
  • Establish and drive efficient team operations by establishing an open culture defined by communication, goal setting, and oversight of strategy implementation.
  • Ensure effective, consistent, efficient and compliant processes.
  • Champion synergies among other studies, programs, and development units to enhance excellence in study planning and execution.

Who You Are

Scientifically and clinically astute, you're a mission-driven individual with the strategic vision to see the big picture and assume responsibilities much broader and more meaningful than day-to-day operations. Decisive, analytical and self-confident, you are determined to own all of your career and the difference you can make on the lives of others through your leadership and ability to inspire excellence.

Required Skills

  • Bachelors Degree in a scientific discipline
  • 8 + years in clinical operations management, overseeing outsourced clinical trials per quality, timeline, and budget expectations, preferably with a sponsor company and a CRO
  • Related scientific and clinical expertise and exceptional project-management, risk-assessment, contingency-planning, and communication skill
  • Extensive knowledge of clinical development related to one or more trial phases (I, II, III, or IV), as well as cross-functional drug development
  • Unquestioned expertise in Good Clinical Practices (GCP), International Council for Harmonisation (ICH) guidelines and regulatory requirements for clinical development
  • Ability to establish operational plans and support the CRO in executing them
  • Effective CRO management skills and ability to adapt to the Global Clinical Operations (GCO) outsourcing model

Preferred Skills

  • Experience operationalizing nephrology clinical studies
  • An advanced degree, such as a master's or Ph. D in a related field
  • Investigator site and/or monitoring experience


Job Level: Management


Additional Information

The base compensation range for this role is: $171,000.00-$236,000.00


Base salary offered is determined through an analytical approach utilizing a combination of factors including, but not limited to, relevant skills & experience, job location, and internal equity.


Regular employees are eligible to receive both short term and long-term incentives, including cash bonus and equity incentive opportunities, designed to reward recent achievements and recognize your future potential based on individual, business unit and company performance.


In addition to compensation, Biogen offers a full and highly competitive range of benefits designed to support our employees' and their families physical, financial, emotional, and social well-being; including, but not limited to:

  • Medical, Dental, Vision, & Life insurances
  • Fitness & Wellness programs including a fitness reimbursement
  • Short- and Long-Term Disability insurance
  • A minimum of 15 days of paid vacation and an additional end-of-year shutdown time off (Dec 26-Dec 31)
  • Up to 12 company paid holidays + 3 paid days off for Personal Significance
  • 80 hours of sick time per calendar year
  • Paid Maternity and Parental Leave benefit
  • 401(k) program participation with company matched contributions
  • Employee stock purchase plan
  • Tuition reimbursement of up to $10,000 per calendar year
  • Employee Resource Groups participation

Why Biogen?

We are a global team with a commitment to excellence, and a pioneering spirit. As a mid-sized biotechnology company, we provide the stability and resources of a well-established business while fostering an environment where individual contributions make a significant impact. Our team encompasses some of the most talented and passionate achievers who have unparalleled opportunities for learning, growth, and expanding their skills. Above all, we work together to deliver life-changing medicines, with every role playing a vital part in our mission. Caring Deeply. Achieving Excellence. Changing Lives.


At Biogen, we are committed to building on our culture of inclusion and belonging that reflects the communities where we operate and the patients we serve. We know that diverse backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives make us a stronger and more innovative company, and we are focused on building teams where every employee feels empowered and inspired.Read onto learn more about Biogen.


All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, race, color, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, religion, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law. Biogen is an E-Verify Employer in the United States.


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About Biogen

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At Biogen, our mission is clear - we are pioneers in neuroscience. Biogen discovers, develops, and delivers worldwide innovative therapies for people living with serious neurological and neurodegenerative diseases. Together, our employees create, commercialize, and manufacture transformative therapies for our patient population.

Industry

Scientific research and development services

Company size

5,001 - 10,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Cambridge, MA, US

Year founded

1978

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