Global Clinical Trial Leader - Remote Europe

AbbVie; Barcelona; Remote; EUR 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

AbbVie is seeking a Study Management Associate III to join a centralized team overseeing global clinical trials from inception to closure. You will independently lead studies with PM/ SMA guidance, ensuring quality, timelines, and budget adherence while aligning with AbbVie processes.

Based in Barcelona or Madrid, this is a remote position requiring strong analytical skills, cross-functional collaboration, and experience with EDC, IRT, CTMS, and eTMF in a fast-paced, global environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or OUS equivalent required.
• At least 4 years of progressive Pharma-related/clinical research experience.
• Competent in SOP, ICH/GCP, Global Regulations.
• Experienced user of systems such as EDC, IRT, CTMS, and eTMF.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking to evaluate complex issues and drive decision making.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills with attention to detail.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills with ability to communicate in business English.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced global team environment.
• Preferred: global study exposure.

Responsibilities

• Study-level oversight and leadership of one or more global trials from inception through closure.
• Support Study Project Manager in strategic leadership and stakeholder engagement.
• Vendor management including RFP initiation, selection, and oversight.
• Recruitment management from country feasibility to subject recruitment and retention.
• Lead meetings and provide regular status updates; ensure inspection readiness.
• Develop and manage study materials and trial documentation (protocols, budgets, reports).
• Manage CTMS and eTMF to ensure compliance and timelines.
• Support training, global submissions, and process improvements.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Time management

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

English proficiency

Independent worker

Global study exposure

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or OUS equivalent

Tools

EDC

IRT

CTMS

eTMF

Job description

AbbVie is seeking a Study Management Associate III to join a centralized team overseeing global clinical trials from inception to closure. You will independently lead studies with PM/ SMA guidance, ensuring quality, timelines, and budget adherence while aligning with AbbVie processes.

Based in Barcelona or Madrid, this is a remote position requiring strong analytical skills, cross-functional collaboration, and experience with EDC, IRT, CTMS, and eTMF in a fast-paced, global environment.