Clinical Trial Manager
Clinical Trial Manager | San Mateo, CA
Base Salary: $130k-$155k | Full-Time | On-Site
An early-stage diagnostics biotech is building a next-gen precision platform aimed at transforming how patients are matched to therapies, bringing a much more data-driven edge to clinical decision-making. They're a small, highly technical team operating with real momentum, already translating innovative science into tangible clinical impact faster than you'd expect at this stage. It's a high-ownership environment where you'd get in early, work closely with leadership, and help shape both the clinical strategy and the company's trajectory as it scales. This is a chance to be able to report directly into Exec Level leadership and make an impact on a wider scope than just routine responsibilities.
What You'll Lead
- Own end-to-end execution of assigned trials, from startup through closeout, ensuring timelines, quality, and deliverables are met
- Lead site operations including feasibility, activation, enrollment tracking, and ongoing site/CRO communication
- Oversee CROs and vendors day-to-day, managing performance, scope, budgets, and issue escalation
- Drive inspection readiness through TMF oversight, GCP compliance, and proactive risk/issue management
- Partner cross-functionally (Regulatory, QA, Data, Safety) to support data quality, safety reporting, and study milestones
- Maintain operational oversight through metrics, dashboards, and trackers while supporting a fast-paced, scaling team environment
What You Bring
- 5-8 years of clinical operations experience with hands-on ownership of studies from startup through closeout
- Proven execution across multiple trials (2-3+) with strong site management and vendor/CRO coordination
- Experience in a fast-paced, early-stage environment with the ability to manage competing priorities
- Experience with blood-based diagnostic tests, biospecimen management, or central laboratory operations
- Strong communication and systems experience (CTMS, eTMF, EDC), with a track record of identifying/escalating issues and driving execution