Clinical Trial Manager Associate
Clinical Trial Management Associate (CTMA)
South San Francisco, CA
$110,000 - $140,000
Job Description
EPM is partnered with a well-funded, biotechnology organization focused on advancing next-generation therapeutic programs. Backed by a strong leadership team and significant investment, the company is growing its clinical operations function and is seeking a Clinical Trial Management Associate (CTMA) to support the delivery of early and mid-stage clinical studies. This is an excellent opportunity for a highly motivated clinical operations professional to gain broad exposure across study start-up, execution, and close-out activities within a fast-paced, science-driven environment. The role offers strong mentorship, high visibility, and clear development pathways within clinical development.
Key Qualifications
* Bachelor's degree in life sciences or related discipline, with relevant clinical research experience within a CRO, biotech, or pharmaceutical setting.
* Prior experience supporting clinical trial operations, including study start-up, vendor coordination, and site management activities.
* Working knowledge of ICH-GCP guidelines and FDA regulatory requirements governing clinical trials.
* Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities across concurrent studies.
* Experience interacting with investigational sites, CROs, and external vendors.
* High attention to detail with strong documentation and data tracking capabilities.
* Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate cross-functionally in a dynamic environment.
Roles & Responsibilities
* Support the planning, initiation, execution, and close-out of clinical trials to ensure adherence to timelines and study objectives.
* Assist in the coordination and oversight of CROs, vendors, and investigational sites to ensure high-quality study conduct.
* Track study milestones, metrics, and timelines, proactively identifying risks and supporting mitigation strategies.
* Contribute to trial master file (TMF) management to ensure completeness, accuracy, and inspection readiness.
* Support site start-up activities, including regulatory document collection and site activation processes.
* Assist with clinical data review and issue tracking to ensure data quality and integrity.
* Facilitate cross-functional communication between clinical operations, regulatory, and other internal stakeholders.
Benefits
* Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
* 401(k) with company contribution
* Competitive PTO and paid holidays
* Opportunity to work within a high-growth, cutting-edge biotech environment
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