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Candel Therapeutics

Clinical Trial Associate

Needham, MA · On-site

$88K - $100K/yr

Execute and support day-to-day clinical trial operations in alignment with protocols, timelines, and regulatory requirements. * Participate in reviewing, formatting, and finalizing study-related ...

Candel Therapeutics

Clinical Trial Associate

Needham, MA · On-site

$88K - $100K/yr

Execute and support day-to-day clinical trial operations in alignment with protocols, timelines, and regulatory requirements. * Participate in reviewing, formatting, and finalizing study-related ...

Clinovo

Clinical Trial Manager

Cambridge, MA · On-site

$175K/yr

The Clinical Trial Manager (CTM) plays a key role in the successful execution of clinical research studies, providing operational leadership from study initiation through final closeout. This ...

Legend Biotech USA, Inc.

$35.50 - $48.25/hr

Legend Biotech is seeking a Senior Clinical Trial Associate as part of the Clinical Operations team basedin Somerset, NJ.Location: RemoteRole OverviewWe are seeking a highly skilled and motivated ...

Kardigan

Clinical Trial Manager

Princeton, NJ · On-site

As a Clinical Trial Manager (CTM), you will be part of the Clinical Operations team reporting to the asset's Clinical Trial or Clinical Program Lead. This position will be responsible for the ...

SAB

Clinical Sample Manager

Sioux Falls, SD · Remote

$130K - $150K/yr

Provide operational oversight of assigned clinical trial service providers, ensuring services are delivered according to study requirements, quality standards, and timelines. * Serve as the primary ...

SAB

Clinical Trial Manager, Immunology

Miami Beach, FL · Remote

$150K - $165K/yr

Manage all aspects of clinical trial operations, ensuring adherence to timelines, budgets, and regulatory requirements. * Participate in the identification, evaluation, selection, and oversight of ...

Vanguard Clinical

Clinical Operations Associate (Pool)

CA · Remote

$70K - $80K/yr

We are experts in clinical trial operations with a focus on Clinical Trial Management, CRO/Vendor Oversight, Trial Master File Management, Clinical Monitoring, Quality Assurance, Data Management and ...

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How much do clinical trial operations jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 3, 2026, the average hourly pay for clinical trial operations 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 operations?

A Clinical Trial Operations job involves overseeing the planning, execution, and management of clinical trials to ensure they comply with regulatory guidelines and study protocols. Professionals in this role coordinate with investigators, sponsors, and regulatory agencies to ensure trials run smoothly and efficiently. They manage timelines, budgets, patient recruitment, data collection, and compliance with ethical and legal standards. Their ultimate goal is to ensure the trial produces reliable data while prioritizing patient safety.

What are the typical daily responsibilities in clinical trial operations?

A clinical trial operations professional oversees the planning, implementation, and management of clinical research studies. Daily tasks often include coordinating study timelines, monitoring site performance, ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements, managing study documentation, and communicating with trial sites and sponsors. The role also involves addressing operational issues quickly and adjusting plans as needed to keep the trial on track. This position usually works closely with principal investigators, data managers, regulatory teams, and sponsors, making collaboration and communication essential for success.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in clinical trial operations?

To thrive in Clinical Trial Operations, you typically need a background in life sciences or healthcare, strong project management abilities, and familiarity with clinical research protocols and regulatory guidelines. Experience with clinical trial management systems (CTMS), electronic data capture (EDC) platforms, and certifications like GCP (Good Clinical Practice) are often required. Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills help you collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and manage complex study logistics. These competencies are crucial to ensuring clinical trials run smoothly, efficiently, and in compliance with industry standards.

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Infographic showing various Clinical Trial Operations job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 84% Full Time, 13% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 94% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $83,169 per year, or $40 per hour.

Sr./Clinical Trial Manager

Viking Therapeutics

San Diego, CA • On-site

$120K - $150K/yr

Full-time

Posted 12 days ago

Job description

Job Type
Full-time
Description
The Sr./Clinical Trials Manager (CTM) will support the conduct of clinical trials and data collection and review, monitoring adherence to protocols, and all activities related to trial completion. The Sr./CTM ensures timely conduct of clinical trials according to protocols, Good Clinical Practice (GCP), Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and all applicable regulations governing the conduct of clinical trials. The Sr./CTM will interact internally and externally with members of cross functional trial team, and, externally with service providers, investigational site personnel, and others involved in the conduct of the business.
The scope of this position requires excellent organizational, communication, and presentation skills, with strong experience in executing all phases of clinical trials.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
The main responsibilities of this role include but are not limited to the following:
  • Manages trial operational plan and CRO activities, including project timelines & quality of deliverables, and managing approved trial budget(s) throughout the life of the assigned clinical trial(s).
  • Supports all aspects of clinical trial management and processes from initiation, planning, execution, maintenance and close-out.
  • Ensure enrollment and data collection are completed in accordance with trial timelines and objectives; escalates risk to timelines and budget as needed.
  • Identifies and provides solutions to clinical trial issues and/or risks.
  • Proactively identifies project risks and resolves with some supervision.
  • Represents Clinical Operations in cross-functional initiatives, as assigned by management, and may act on behalf of team when designated.
  • Serve as a liaison and resource for investigational sites.
  • Assists with preparation of RFP's and bid templates to facilitate selection of the CRO's/vendors.
  • CRO Selection: Assist with review of proposals from CROs, review CROs' SOPs, prepare and recommend CRO to management.
  • Participates in the selection of trial vendors for assigned trials.
  • Maintains frequent and meaningful contact with CROs to assess performance and provide guidance as needed.
  • Oversee clinical trial sites' adherence to pertinent regulations through review of monitoring reports, CQA-GCP audit report, Trial Management Files, communications with investigators, trial site personnel, CRAs, and other CRO/designee personnel.
  • Coordinate the design, format and content of CRFs, trial guides, trial reference binders, patient diaries, and forms including participating in the EDC and specification process and UAT.
  • Contributes to relevant trial documentation including clinical protocols, statistical analysis plan, clinical trial reports as well as operational plans (CMP, DMP).
  • Reviews and refines clinical operational plans including the trial monitoring plan and other study plans as needed.
  • Coordinates internal and external clinical development activities of all team members involved in the design and conduct of assigned clinical trials.
  • Participates in the selection of investigational sites with input from Clinical Research and vendors.
  • Identify potential trial issues and recommend and implement solutions or corrective actions as needed.
  • Participate in Site Initiation Visits and Co-monitoring Visits for adherence to protocol and GCP as required.
  • Performs other duties as required.

Requirements
Education and Experience
  • Bachelor's Degree
  • Minimum 6 years' relevant clinical trial experience in the pharmaceutical and/or biotechnology industry for CTM; Minimum 9 years' relevant clinical trial experience in the pharmaceutical and/or biotechnology industry for Sr. CTM.

Knowledge and Skills Requirements
  • Must have a demonstrated track record of managing clinical trials from Phase 1 to Phase 3
  • Strong knowledge of FDA, ICH, GCP, CFR guidelines, regulatory requirements and clinical trial operations.
  • Demonstrated knowledge and a clear understanding of the overall drug development process, including experience with most phases of the clinical research process, including but not limited to:
• Site selection
• Trial initiation procedures
• Clinical monitoring functions
• Data flow from sites to data processing, review, and resolution
• Drug safety and regulatory affairs issues
• Ability to exercise judgement within broadly defined practices and processes
• Experience negotiating vendor/site contracts and managing the budgets
• Solid vendor management skills, e.g. CRO, Laboratory, Clinical supply logistics
• Developing and maintaining standard operating procedures and processes.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks to meet deadlines in a dynamic environment is essential and to develop budgets and manage contracts.
  • Ability to edit technical documents, informed consent, and other trial-related documents.
  • Proficiency with computer programs including Microsoft Office suite and Microsoft Project.
  • Conduct training to ensure personnel are knowledgeable and familiar with internal process and job functions/duties.
  • Ability and willingness to travel 10-15% of the time.

VIKING THERAPEUTICS
Viking Therapeutics, Inc., is committed to equal opportunity in the terms and conditions of employment for all employees and job applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity or gender expression, national origin, disability or veteran status. Viking Therapeutics also complies with all applicable national, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration and Nationality Act and IRCA.
Notice to Agency and Search Firm Representatives
Viking Therapeutics, Inc. is not accepting unsolicited resumes from agencies and/or search firms for this job posting. Resumes submitted to any Viking employee by a third-party agency and/or search firm without a valid written & signed search agreement, and assignment of specific position, will become the sole property of Viking Therapeutics, Inc. No fee will be paid if a candidate is hired for this position as a result of an unsolicited agency or search firm referral. #LI-DNI
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$120,000.00 - $150,000.00 annual salary

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