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Remote Clinical Operations Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

Director, Clinical Science

San Diego, CA ยท On-site +1

$236K - $255K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

This role partners closely with Clinical Operations to ensure effective trial conduct and supports ... Remote permitted upon approval, with ability to travel up to 25% for meetings or site visits as ...

Director, Clinical Science

San Diego, CA ยท On-site +1

$236K - $255K/yr

This role partners closely with Clinical Operations to ensure effective trial conduct and supports ... Remote permitted upon approval, with ability to travel up to 25% for meetings or site visits as ...

Clinical Trial Manager

San Francisco, CA ยท On-site +1

$140K - $170K/yr

The Clinical Trial Manager (CTM) is a key member of the Clinical Operations team and will report ... This position is for remote work and may require domestic or international travel up to 25% (as ...

Clinical Program Manager

Eureka, CA ยท Remote

$33 - $40/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The Clinical Manager plays a key role in supporting the day-to-day operations of the clinical ... Work Location: Remote Benefits: * 401(k) with Employer Matching * Paid Vacation, Sick Days ...

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Remote Clinical Operations information

What are the typical day-to-day responsibilities of a remote clinical operations?

A Remote Clinical Operations professional is responsible for managing and monitoring clinical trial activities from a virtual office, which includes coordinating study timelines, communicating with clinical sites, and ensuring regulatory documentation is up to date. You may also be tasked with overseeing data quality, facilitating team meetings, and ensuring all trial processes adhere to protocols and compliance regulations. Most days involve frequent online collaboration with investigators, sponsors, and cross-functional teams, requiring strong virtual communication skills. The environment is typically dynamic, with priorities shifting based on project milestones and site needs, providing an engaging and varied work experience.

What is a remote clinical operations?

A Remote Clinical Operations job involves overseeing and managing clinical trials and research activities from a remote location. Professionals in this role ensure studies comply with regulatory requirements, coordinate with cross-functional teams, and monitor trial progress. They work closely with investigators, sponsors, and site staff to ensure efficient trial execution. Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills are essential for success in this position.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in remote clinical operations, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Remote Clinical Operations professional, you typically need a background in clinical research or healthcare management, along with strong organizational and project management skills. Familiarity with clinical trial management systems (CTMS), electronic data capture (EDC) platforms, and industry regulations such as GCP and HIPAA is highly beneficial, and certifications like CCRA or CCRC are often preferred. Exceptional communication, time management, and problem-solving abilities help you collaborate effectively within remote and cross-functional teams. These competencies ensure seamless oversight of clinical trials and adherence to timelines and compliance standards when working remotely.

What are the most commonly searched types of Clinical Operations jobs in California?

The most popular types of Clinical Operations jobs in California are:

What cities in California are hiring for Remote Clinical Operations jobs?

Cities in California with the most Remote Clinical Operations job openings:

Infographic showing various Remote Clinical Operations job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 59% Full Time, 11% Part Time, 6% Temporary, and 24% Contract. Highlights an 100% Remote job distribution.

Sr. Clinical Contracts Specialist (Remote)

DivIHN

San Diego, CA โ€ข On-site, Remote

$104K/yr

Full-time

Posted 9 days ago


Job description

For further inquiries regarding the following opportunity, please contact our Talent Specialist, Remy, at (224) 394-4902 or Hema at (630) 847-0275
Title: Sr. Clinical Contracts Specialist (Remote)
Location: Remote
Duration: 5 Months Months with possible extension and FTE conversion

Travel Required: 0-5%
Schedule: 7-10 AM - 3-6 PM (flexible depending on time zone - needs significant overlap with PST 8-5)
Only W2 candidates are eligible for this position. Third-party or C2C candidates will not be considered.
Where you come in:
  • You will manage the end-to-end lifecycle of clinical contracts, including drafting, negotiation, execution, and amendments
  • You will support vendor operations, including onboarding, purchase order management, and invoice processing to ensure timely payments
  • You will partner cross-functionally with Clinical Operations, Finance, Legal, and external vendors to align on contracting and financial processes
  • You will ensure compliance with internal policies, financial controls, and regulatory requirements across all contracting activities
  • You will track and maintain contract and financial data, ensuring accuracy and proper documentation in systems and repositories
  • You will contribute to process improvements and standardization efforts across Global Clinical Affairs contracting and vendor management
  • You will provide reporting and insights related to contracts, budgets, and vendor performance to support decision-making
  • You will serve as a key point of contact for contracting and vendor-related inquiries across the function

What makes you successful:
  • You have strong experience in contract management and vendor coordination, ideally within clinical research or healthcare environments
  • You bring working knowledge of financial processes, including budgeting, invoicing, and purchase order management
  • You are highly detail-oriented with strong organizational and documentation skills
  • You are comfortable collaborating across global, cross-functional teams and managing multiple stakeholders
  • You demonstrate strong communication and negotiation skills to support contract discussions and issue resolution
  • You have the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision
  • You bring proficiency in contract management systems, financial tools, or ERP platforms
  • You proactively identify opportunities for process improvement and operational efficiency

What you'll get:
  • A front row seat to life changing CGM technology. Learn about our brave clientwarriors community.
  • A full and comprehensive benefits program.
  • Growth opportunities on a global scale.
  • Access to career development through in-house learning programs and/or qualified tuition reimbursement.
  • An exciting and innovative, industry-leading organization committed to our employees, customers, and the communities we serve.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities
  • Support clinical contracts for clinical trials.
  • Meet with directors and stakeholders to understand contract requirements.
  • Manage the full contract lifecycle and contract management process.

Required Skills
  • Clinical Trial Contract Negotiation & Management
  • Cross-Functional Stakeholder Management
  • Organizational & Project Management
  • Contract negotiation and management (60% of the role)
  • Experience supporting clinical research or clinical trials (medical device or pharmaceutical preferred)
  • Strong stakeholder management and cross-functional collaboration

Preferred Skills
  • Global clinical research experience
  • Vendor Financial Management (POs, invoicing, etc.)
  • Clinical Operations / Clinical site start up or CRA experience
  • Vendor financial management
  • Vendor onboarding
  • Internal system experience
  • Invoice management

Systems Used
  • Coupa - Purchasing System
  • Ironclad - Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM) System
  • Veeva - Clinical Trial Management System

Software Skills:
  • Microsoft suite
  • especially word

Education
Associate's Degree is acceptable.
Interview Process:
1 virtual interview (possible 2nd round)
Additional Notes
Candidates with vendor onboarding and vendor financial management experience will also be considered, even without direct medical device or pharmaceutical industry experience.