Associate Clinical Trial Manager - PhD - Postdoctoral - CNS/Neuroscience - Dallas

Medpace; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

PTO and retirement plans

WFH after training

Job summary

Medpace is seeking PhDs or post-doctoral researchers with CNS/Neuroscience expertise for a full-time, office-based Associate Clinical Trial Manager position in our Dallas, TX office. The aCTM will join the Clinical Trial Management team and collaborate with Project Coordinators and CTMs to manage clinical trials.

This is an excellent entry point for recent PhD graduates to enter the industry, receive solid training in a global environment, and develop a career in cutting-edge therapeutics

Qualifications

• PhD in Life Sciences or related field; post-doctoral research experience desirable.
• Ability to transfer analytical and academic skills to clinical project administration and management.

Responsibilities

• Communicate and collaborate on global study activities with project coordinators and CTMs.
• Ensure timely delivery of tasks with high accuracy.
• Maintain project-status reports in the CTM system.
• Interact with study sites, sponsors, and vendors.
• Oversee regulatory filings and study supplies; create timelines and minutes.

Skills

Analytical skills

Education

PhD in Life Sciences

Post-Doctoral Research experience

Job description

Medpace is currently seeking candidates with PhDs and/or Post-Doctoral Research experience related to CNS/Neuroscience for a full-time, office-based Associate Clinical Trial Manager (aCTM) based in our Dallas, TX office. The aCTM is part of the Clinical Trial Management team working with Project Coordinators and Clinical Trial Managers in performance of clinical trial management activities. Candidate must have a desire to transfer and apply analytical and academic skills in clinical project administration and management.

This is a fantastic opportunity for recent PhD graduates to enter the industry, receive solid foundational training, work in an international environment, and develop their career in the research and development of cutting‑edge therapeutics. Candidates should expect to have an intensive training period and show the desire and aptitude for an accelerated career path into Clinical Trial Management (CTM).

Responsibilities

• Communicate and collaborate on global study activities; working closely with the project coordinator and clinical trial manager
• Ensure timely delivery of recurrent tasks consistently with a high degree of accuracy
• Compile and maintain project‑specific status reports within the clinical trial management system
• Interact with the internal project team, Sponsor, study sites, and third‑party vendors
• Provide oversight and quality control of our internal regulatory filing system
• Provide oversight and management of study supplies
• Create and maintain project timelines
• Coordinate project meetings and produce quality minutes

Qualifications

• PhD in Life Sciences
• Expertise related to CNS/Neuroscience
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced dynamic industry within an international team
• Prior experience within the CRO or pharmaceutical industry not required but will be advantageous

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.