Study Manager

SEC Life Sciences; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A global innovator in medical research is seeking a Contract Study Manager to lead early-phase clinical trials. The role involves collaboration with cross-functional teams, vendor oversight, and compliance with regulatory standards. Ideal candidates should have a background in life sciences and proven experience in clinical trial management. Competitive salary and hybrid working opportunities are available.

Qualifications

• Proven experience delivering global early-phase clinical trials.
• In-depth understanding of clinical development processes and GCP guidelines.
• Strong background in vendor and stakeholder management.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the planning and execution of global clinical trials.
• Oversee study documentation and ensure compliance.
• Track and manage clinical supplies and mitigate study risks.

Skills

Vendor management

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

Flexibility

Initiative

Education

Degree in life sciences

Job description

Contract Study Manager

Initial contract position | Location: UK, Switzerland, or US (Hybrid working available)

A global innovator in medical research is looking for a Contract Study Manager to support early-phase clinical trial delivery. This organization is committed to scientific rigour, ethical responsibility, and improving access to life-changing treatments. They focus on collaboration, agility, and patient centricity.

Contractors are empowered to contribute to programs impacting R&D productivity and clinical innovation. With advanced tools, cross-functional teams, and a purpose-driven mission, this role supports developing treatments for unmet medical needs in a high-performing, globally connected environment.

Your role as Contract Study Manager

• Contribute to the planning and execution of early-phase global clinical trials in collaboration with cross-functional teams
• Provide operational input into study protocols, feasibility assessments, and site selection strategies
• Oversee study documentation and ensure compliance with ICH-GCP and internal SOPs
• Support vendor oversight by monitoring delivery timelines and adherence to scopes of work
• Track and manage clinical supplies, including forecasting investigational product demand
• Identify and mitigate study risks, maintaining clear records of decisions and actions

Experience and qualifications for the Contract Study Manager role

• Proven experience delivering global early-phase clinical trials within pharma, biotech, or CRO settings
• In-depth understanding of clinical development processes, GCP guidelines, and regulatory requirements
• Strong background in vendor and stakeholder management across multiple geographies
• Ability to work confidently with ambiguity, showing flexibility and initiative to overcome obstacles
• Demonstrated analytical skills and ability to connect operational decisions to broader clinical goals
• Degree in life sciences or equivalent experience in clinical operations

For immediate consideration, please apply now. Alternatively, reach out to learn more about other contract Study Manager roles within the life sciences sector.