Clinical Operations Manager: Trials, Leadership & Growth

Novotech; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 135,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working options

Paid parental leave

Flexible leave entitlements

Wellness programs

Ongoing development programs

Circle Back Initiative Employer

Job summary

Novotech is seeking a Clinical Operations Manager to lead a team of Clinical Leads and administrative staff, ensuring trials comply with GCP, SOPs, and regulatory requirements. You will support project teams on operational oversight, resourcing, mentoring, and resolving clinical operational issues.

The role emphasizes line management, staff development, and collaboration with HR and senior management, with responsibilities spanning performance reviews, training delivery, and client-facing

Qualifications

• Graduate in a life sciences related field and/or line management experience within the pharmaceutical industry.
• Experience in a SCRA, PM, or similar role, including considerable monitoring experience.
• CRO experience and matrix management experience are highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Act as line manager for Clinical Leads and/or administrative staff, including staff development and HR collaboration.
• Ensure induction, adherence to company policies, and ongoing performance management.
• Review and improve clinical operations processes, tools and SOPs; manage expenses and leave approvals.
• Conduct monitoring visits to ensure SOP/GCP compliance; contribute to training delivery for staff.
• Represent Novotech at conferences; support feasibility assessments and business development efforts.
• Build relationships with clinical sites, vendors, and key stakeholders; support country/office management.

Skills

Line management

Monitoring experience

SCRA/PM experience

CRO experience

Matrix management

Education

Life sciences degree

Job description

Novotech is seeking a Clinical Operations Manager to lead a team of Clinical Leads and administrative staff, ensuring trials comply with GCP, SOPs, and regulatory requirements. You will support project teams on operational oversight, resourcing, mentoring, and resolving clinical operational issues.

The role emphasizes line management, staff development, and collaboration with HR and senior management, with responsibilities spanning performance reviews, training delivery, and client-facing