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Crio, Inc.

Enterprise Solutions & Study Operations Lead

$90K - $130K/yr

Study Design & Operational Architecture * Lead the operational design of Central eSource studies in collaboration with CRIO's study design team, ensuring configurations align with sponsor protocols ...

ArchKey Solutions

$104.90K - $138.20K/yr

Engineering Design Lead This position can be based out of our Fenton, MO office or fully remote ... Develops, reviews, and approves engineering calculations, studies, and reports including arc flash ...

Archkey Solutions LLC

Engineering Design Lead

Fenton, MO · On-site

$98.20K - $129.40K/yr

Description Engineering Design Lead This position can be based out of our Fenton, MO office or ... Develops, reviews, and approves engineering calculations, studies, and reports including arc flash ...

ArchKey Solutions

Engineering Design Lead

Fenton, MO · On-site +1

$98.20K - $129.40K/yr

Engineering Design Lead This position can be based out of our Fenton, MO office or fully remote ... Develops, reviews, and approves engineering calculations, studies, and reports including arc flash ...

ArchKey Solutions

Engineering Design Lead

Minneapolis, MN

$106.90K - $140.80K/yr

Engineering Design Lead This position can be based out of our Minneapolis, MN office. About ArchKey ... Develops, reviews, and approves engineering calculations, studies, and reports including arc flash ...

ArchKey Solutions LLC

Engineering Design Lead

Fenton, MO · On-site +1

$98.20K - $129.40K/yr

Description Engineering Design Lead This position can be based out of our Fenton, MO office or ... Develops, reviews, and approves engineering calculations, studies, and reports including arc flash ...

Archkey Solutions LLC

Engineering Design Lead

$104.90K - $138.20K/yr

Description Engineering Design Lead This position can be based out of our Fenton, MO office or ... Develops, reviews, and approves engineering calculations, studies, and reports including arc flash ...

ArchKey Solutions

Engineering Design Lead

San Jose, CA

$120K - $158K/yr

Engineering Design Lead This position can be based out of our San Jose, CA office. About Arch Key ... Develops, reviews, and approves engineering calculations, studies, and reports including arc flash ...

ArchKey Solutions

Engineering Design Lead

Minneapolis, MN

$106.90K - $140.80K/yr

Engineering Design Lead This position can be based out of our Minneapolis, MN office. About Arch ... Develops, reviews, and approves engineering calculations, studies, and reports including arc flash ...

ArchKey Solutions LLC

Engineering Design Lead

San Jose, CA

$120K - $158K/yr

Description Engineering Design Lead This position can be based out of our San Jose, CA office ... Develops, reviews, and approves engineering calculations, studies, and reports including arc flash ...

Natera

OR · On-site

This role is central to driving study design, clinical data review, and scientific insights across multiple studies. You will serve as a clinical science lead within cross-functional teams ...

Archkey Solutions LLC

Engineering Design Lead

San Jose, CA · On-site

$120K - $158K/yr

Description Engineering Design Lead This position can be based out of our San Jose, CA office ... Develops, reviews, and approves engineering calculations, studies, and reports including arc flash ...

ArchKey Solutions

Engineering Design Lead

San Jose, CA

$120K - $158K/yr

Engineering Design Lead This position can be based out of our San Jose, CA office. About ArchKey ... Develops, reviews, and approves engineering calculations, studies, and reports including arc flash ...

ArchKey Solutions

Engineering Design Lead

Fenton, MO · On-site +1

$98.20K - $129.40K/yr

Engineering Design Lead This position can be based out of our Fenton, MO office or fully remote ... Develops, reviews, and approves engineering calculations, studies, and reports including arc flash ...

Archkey Solutions LLC

Engineering Design Lead

Minneapolis, MN · On-site

$106.90K - $140.80K/yr

Description Engineering Design Lead This position can be based out of our Minneapolis, MN office ... Develops, reviews, and approves engineering calculations, studies, and reports including arc flash ...

ArchKey Solutions LLC

Engineering Design Lead

Minneapolis, MN

$106.90K - $140.80K/yr

Description Engineering Design Lead This position can be based out of our Minneapolis, MN office ... Develops, reviews, and approves engineering calculations, studies, and reports including arc flash ...

Quanta Services

Design Lead

Oak Brook, IL

$103.50K - $136.40K/yr

A Design Lead at HBK Engineering is a position responsible for leading the coordination of detailed ... Prepare reports and studies that present technical information clearly and concisely to meet client ...

HBK Engineering, LLC

Design Lead

Chicago, IL

$105.60K - $139.10K/yr

About this Role A Design Lead at HBK Engineering is a position responsible for leading the ... Prepare reports and studies that present technical information clearly and concisely to meet client ...

HBK Engineering, LLC

Design Lead

Oak Brook, IL

$103.50K - $136.40K/yr

About this Role A Design Lead at HBK Engineering is a position responsible for leading the ... Prepare reports and studies that present technical information clearly and concisely to meet client ...

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As of May 31, 2026, the average yearly pay for study design lead in the United States is $81,196.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $60,000.00 and $90,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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To thrive as a Study Design Lead, you need a strong background in clinical research, biostatistics, and study protocol development, typically supported by an advanced degree in life sciences or a related field. Proficiency with clinical trial management systems (CTMS), statistical software (such as SAS or R), and familiarity with regulatory requirements like ICH-GCP are essential. Excellent project management, communication, and leadership skills set standout candidates apart, enabling effective collaboration across multidisciplinary teams. These skills ensure that studies are scientifically robust, compliant, and efficiently executed, ultimately supporting successful research outcomes.

How does a Study Design Lead typically collaborate with cross-functional teams during the planning phase of a clinical trial?

A Study Design Lead works closely with cross-functional teams such as clinical operations, biostatistics, data management, regulatory affairs, and medical writing to ensure that study protocols are scientifically sound and operationally feasible. They facilitate communication between departments to align objectives, address potential challenges, and incorporate regulatory and ethical considerations early in the process. This collaborative approach helps streamline trial execution and ensures that the study design supports clear endpoints and data collection requirements.

What are Study Design Leads?

Study Design Leads are professionals responsible for planning, coordinating, and overseeing the design of research studies, typically in clinical, pharmaceutical, or academic settings. They work closely with cross-functional teams to develop study protocols, ensure regulatory compliance, and optimize study methodologies. Their goal is to ensure that studies are scientifically sound, feasible, and meet ethical standards. Study Design Leads play a critical role in the success of research projects by guiding the study from conception through to execution.
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Study Design Lead - Clinical Research , Central Labs Services

Study Design Lead - Clinical Research , Central Labs Services

Labcorp

Indianapolis, IN • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 26 days ago

Labcorp rating

6.6

Company rating: 6.6 out of 10

Based on 1,082 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

78th of 103 rated laboratories

Job description

Labcorp is seeking a remote Study Design Lead to join our Central Labs Services team.
Job Responsibilities
  • Accurately interpret and translate sponsor protocol requirements into the protocol specific database to generate a Statement of Work for the CLS project.
  • Leverage technical, therapeutic area, client, and company specific process knowledge to provide a comprehensive and complete database design.
  • Interact with external clients regularly through all duties and responsibilities.
  • Liaise with internal departments to understand full company capabilities and assess feasibility of requests to meet client needs related to study design.
  • Act as a consultant to advise on study design choices and work with the Global Study Manager (GSM) to highlight risks and budget impacts associated with study design. Expand consultancy capability at study program levels.
  • Display strong interpersonal and communication skills that will build strong internal and external relationships to ensure high quality study design.
  • Coordinate internal processes and communications related to study design (including but not limited to internal feasibility requests, material transfer agreements and supply forecasting) and ensure the eventual follow up is integrated into the database and global monitoring plan. Perform quality self-review.
  • Ensure that all customer requirements with relation to study design are documented and acted upon.
  • Act efficiently in an environment with dynamic timelines and priorities.
  • Display appropriate self-organization and ability to manage conflicting priorities.
  • Participate in functional meetings (e.g. Continuous Learning Forums (CLFs)) and provide input, keeping processes up to date.
  • Comply with our internal Central Lab Global Project Management strategy.
  • Manage a portfolio of global and local studies with varying complexities.
  • Support a culture of continuous improvement, quality, and productivity.

Minimum Qualifications
  • High School Diploma
  • 6 or more years of experience working in the clinical research industry or within a lab environment

Preferred Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in a life science

Additional Job Standards
  • Experience working directly with internal or external customers
  • Strong relationship building and management skills
  • Familiarity with clinical or preclinical research protocols
  • Strong planning, organizational, and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills

At Labcorp, we believe in the power of science to change lives. We are a leading global life sciences company that delivers answers for crucial health questions. Through our unparalleled diagnostics and drug development capabilities, we provide insights and accelerate innovations that not only empower patients and providers but help medical, biotech, and pharmaceutical companies transform ideas into innovations.
Central Laboratory Services is part of a global contract research organization within Labcorp. We offer the world's largest network of central laboratories and support global clinical trials testing. A common set of processes, procedures, and instrumentation is offered throughout our sites in Europe, Asia/Pacific, and the United States, allowing us to receive samples globally and provide more than 700 assays across all laboratory science disciplines.
Application Window: Closes at the end of the day May 29, 2026.
Pay Range: 70-90K
All job offers will be based on a candidate's skills and prior relevant experience, applicable degrees/certifications, as well as internal equity and market data.
Benefits: Employees regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week are eligible for comprehensive benefits including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD/LTD, 401(k), Paid Time Off (PTO) or Flexible Time Off (FTO), Tuition Reimbursement and Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Casual, PRN & Part Time employees regularly scheduled to work less than 20 hours are eligible to participate in the 401(k) Plan only. For more detailed information, please click here.
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Labcorp strives for inclusion and belonging in the workforce and does not tolerate harassment or discrimination of any kind. We make employment decisions based on the needs of our business and the qualifications and merit of the individual. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), family or parental status, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, personal appearance, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristic. Additionally, all qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable law.
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