Clinical Trial Manager (Associate Director) - Stirling

Medpace, Inc.; Stirling; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Medpace is a leading CRO in Stirling, UK, seeking a Director of Clinical Trial Management (Operational role) to join our Clinical Trial Management Group. Oncology and other therapies welcome; remote flexibility available with relevant experience.

You will lead day-to-day operations and sponsor communications across trial phases in a dynamic team. Experience in Phases 1–4, CRO background preferred, and strong leadership skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a health or life science-related field; advanced degree preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of Clinical Trial Management experience, CRO experience preferred.
• Experience in Phases 1-4; Phases 2-3 preferred.
• Strong leadership and project timeline management skills.
• Bid defense experience preferred and ability to lead cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Manage and provide accountability for day-to-day operations of the project per contract and ICH/GCP.
• Serve as primary Sponsor contact for operational issues and study deliverables.
• Maintain in-depth knowledge of protocol and therapeutic area.
• Provide cross-functional oversight of internal project team members and training.
• Review study protocol, edit check specs, DAP, and final study report when applicable.
• Develop operational project plans and manage risk assessment and execution.
• Responsible for management of study vendors and site quality.

Skills

Leadership skills

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Stakeholder liaison

Risk management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in health or life science

Advanced degree preferred

Job description

Job Summary

Medpace is the leading CRO for Biotech companies and is continuing to add a Director of Clinical Trial Management (Operational role) to join our Clinical Trial Management Group in Stirling, UK. Clinical Trial Managers with expertise in Oncology or other therapy areas are welcome to continue to work in their area of expertise or to expand to a new therapeutic area.We provide remote flexibility only with relevant experience. We offer a very competitive salary/bonus program, plus equity grants which have become very lucrative for our associates.

Responsibilities

• Manage and provide accountability for day-to-day operations of the project, as defined by the contract and according to ICH/GCP and all other applicable laws, rules, and regulations
• Serve as primary Sponsor contact for operational project-specific issues and study deliverables
• Maintain in depth knowledge of protocol, therapeutic area, and indication
• Provide cross-functional oversight of internal project team members and deliverables, which includes ensuring all necessary project-specific training is provided
• Review and provide input for study protocol, edit check specifications, data analysis plan, and final study report, when applicable
• Develop operational project plans
• Manage risk assessment and execution
• Responsible for management of study vendor
• Manage site quality, including direct supervision of project Clinical Research Associates and monitoring deliverables

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a health or life science-related field; Advanced degree in a health or life science-related field preferred;
• Experience in Phases 1-4; Phases 2-3 preferred;
• Minimum of 5 years of Clinical Trial Management experience, CRO experience preferred;
• Management of overall project timeline;
• Bid defense experience preferred; and
• Strong leadership skills.

Medpace Overview

Medpace is a full-service clinical contract research organization (CRO) providing phase l-lV clinical development services to the biotechnology, pharmaceutical, and medical device industries. Our mission is to accelerate the global development of safe and effective medical therapeutics through the advancement of clinical research. We leverage in-country regulatory and therapeutic expertise across all major therapeutic areas including oncology, cardiology, metabolic, endocrinology, central nervous system, and anti-viral and anti-infective. Headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio, we employ more than 6,500 people across 40+ countries.

Why Medpace?

When you join Medpace, you become part of an innovative team that brings cutting-edge therapies to market while building a meaningful and rewarding career focused on scientific excellence and improving patient outcomes around the world through continuous learning and cross-functional collaboration.

Purpose-Driven Work

• Work alongside physicians, scientists, and industry-leading experts committed to advancing the global development of medical therapeutics through clinical research excellence

Collaborative Culture

• Contribute to an interactive team environment that empowers decision making, creative thinking, and continuous learning through open communication and mutual trust.
• Leadership throughout Medpace is both accessible and approachable

Continuous Growth & Development

• Office based environment with on-site mentors
• Defined career paths with clear advancement opportunities
• Industry renowned onboarding and training programs designed to accelerate professional development
• Ongoing training and continuous learning opportunities throughout your career
• An environment that encourages employees to influence change, contribute ideas, and grow quickly

Other Employee Benefits

• Competitive compensation programs that recognize and reward performance
• Comprehensive health, wellness, retirement, and PTO benefits
• Office based culture with occasional WFH that provides flexibility for eligible positions after training
• Company-sponsored social events

Please note benefits may vary based on country.