Clinical Project Manager

BD; Wyckoff (NJ); On-site; USD 110,000 - 176,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Bonus

Medical coverage

Health Savings Accounts

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Life and AD&D insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

BD in USA NJ – Franklin Lakes is seeking a Clinical Project Manager to oversee studies of moderate to high complexity from protocol development through study conduct and closeout in compliance with GCP and local regulations.

The role involves developing protocols, managing trial master files, leading vendor oversight, training CRA teams, and coordinating budgets and timelines with cross-functional teams to ensure timely and compliant study execution.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree required; life sciences or related area preferred.
• Minimum 3 years of recent experience in clinical study management with pharma/Device/CRO.
• Formal project management process and tracking experience required.
• Vendor management experience required.
• Willingness to travel ~30% domestically and internationally.

Responsibilities

• Develops and authors clinical research protocols aligning with objectives, regulatory requirements, and science standards.
• Manages essential study documents, trial master file, approvals, final reporting and closeout for complex trials.
• Trains and manages CRA teams; oversees CROs and labs to ensure performance and compliance.
• Leads budget and timeline development; oversees site selection and training; ensures efficient study execution and status reporting.
• Collaborates with data management and biostatistics to design CRFs, support data cleaning, and contribute to analysis.

Skills

Project management

Vendor management

Education

Bachelor degree

Tools

MS Project

Job description

Job Description

Clinical Project Manager serves as a study and project manager for studies of moderate to high complexity from protocol development through study conduct and study closeout in compliance with Good Clinical Practices, and all National and Local Regulations.

Responsibilities:

• Develops and authors clinical research protocols, ensuring alignment with study objectives, regulatory requirements, and scientific standards.
• Manages essential study documents, maintains the trial master file, supports approvals, and leads final study reporting and closeout activities for complex trials.
• Trains and manages CRA teams to ensure high-quality monitoring, while overseeing external vendors (e.g., CROs, labs) to maintain performance and compliance.
• Leads budget and timeline development in collaboration with core teams, oversees site selection and training, and ensures efficient study execution and status reporting.
• Works closely with clinical data management and biostatistics teams to design case report forms, support data cleaning, and contribute to accurate study analysis.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor degree required. Education and experience sufficient to contribute within local work unit with limited supervision. Preferred education/experience areas include the life sciences or other relevant technical area, such as clinical trials, Regulatory Affairs, or Quality.
• Minimum 3 years of recent experience in clinical study management with pharmaceutical, device, or CRO company.
• Project management skills required to include the use of a formal process and system for planning and tracking ongoing progress of clinical projects
• Vendor management experience required.
• The Clinical Project Manager is expected to travel approximately 30% of the time, US and Internationally.

Preferred Requirements:

• Proficiency with MS Project highly preferred,
• RN, RPh, Veterinary Technician/Technologist or Medical Technician/Technologist licensing or degree preferred.
• Professional certification through one or more relevant associations (e.g., ACRP, SOCRA, RAPS) desirable.
• Knowledge and experience of Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and ICH requirements required. Knowledge of additional/local regulations a plus.

At BD, we are committed to supporting our associates’ well-being, development, and success through a performance-based culture. For this position, BD offers a competitive compensation package along with the following benefits specific to this role:

• Annual Bonus

Health and Well-being Benefits

• Medical coverage
• Health Savings Accounts
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Dental coverage
• Vision coverage
• Hospital Care Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Accidental Injury Insurance
• Life and AD&D insurance
• Short-term disability coverage
• Long-term disability insurance
• Long-term care with life insurance

Other Well-being Resources

• Anxiety management program
• Wellness incentives
• Sleep improvement program
• Diabetes management program
• Virtual physical therapy
• Emotional/mental health support programs
• Weight management programs
• Gastrointestinal health program
• Substance use management program
• Musculoskeletal surgery, cancer treatment, and bariatric surgery benefit

Retirement and Financial Well-being

• BD 401(k) Plan
• BD Deferred Compensation and Restoration Plan
• 529 College Savings Plan
• Financial counseling
• Baxter Credit Union (BCU)
• Daily Pay
• College financial aid and application guidance

Life Balance Programs

• Paid time off (PTO), including all required State leaves
• Educational assistance/tuition reimbursement
• MetLife Legal Plan
• Group auto and home insurance
• Pet insurance
• Commuter benefits
• Discounts on products and services
• Academic Achievement Scholarship
• Service Recognition Awards
• Employer matching donation
• Workplace accommodations

Other Life Balance Programs

• Adoption assistance
• Backup day care and eldercare
• Support for neurodivergent adults, children, and caregivers
• Caregiving assistance for elderly and special needs individuals
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Support for fertility, birthing, postpartum, and age-related hormonal changes

Leave Programs

• Bereavement leaves
• Military leave
• Personal leave
• Family and Medical Leave (FML)
• Jury and Witness Duty Leave

At BD, we prioritize on-site collaboration because we believe it fosters creativity, innovation, and effective problem-solving, which are essential in the fast-paced healthcare industry. For most roles, we require a minimum of 4 days of in-office presence per week to maintain our culture of excellence and ensure smooth operations, while also recognizing the importance of flexibility and work-life balance. Remote or field-based positions will have different workplace arrangements which will be indicated in the job posting.

For certain roles at BD, employment is contingent upon the Company’s receipt of sufficient proof that you are fully vaccinated against COVID-19. In some locations, testing for COVID-19 may be available and/or required. Consistent with BD’s Workplace Accommodations Policy, requests for accommodation will be considered pursuant to applicable law.

Why Join Us?

To find purpose in the possibilities, we need people who can see the bigger picture, who understand the human story that underpins everything we do. We welcome people with the imagination and drive to help us reinvent the future of healthcare. At BD, you’ll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow and thrive.

We believe that when people connect in person, we learn faster, collaborate more deeply, and build a stronger culture. Join us and enjoy a culture where face-to-face collaboration supports your learning, your progress, and your success.

To learn more about BD visit https://bd.com/careers.

Becton, Dickinson, and Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

Required Skills

Optional Skills

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Primary Work Location

USA NJ - Franklin Lakes

Additional Locations

Work Shift

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Our salary or hourly rate ranges reward associates fairly and competitively. We regularly review these ranges and factors, such as location, contribute to the range displayed.

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Salary Range Information

$110,200.00 - $176,400.00 USD Annual