Clinical Research Program Manager

USA-MiniMed Distribution Corp. 1018; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 121,000 - 205,000; Full time

Job summary

MiniMed is seeking a seasoned clinical program leader to drive investigator-sponsored research and early-stage feasibility studies. You will coordinate study execution across global programs and ensure milestones are met with regulatory and ethical compliance.

Based in California with hybrid on-site work in Northridge, CA, you will partner with sponsors, sites, and cross-functional teams to align priorities and address operational challenges while advancing innovative clinical programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 5+ years of relevant experience
• Advanced degree with 3+ years of relevant experience

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical program leadership for investigator-sponsored research and feasibility studies.
• Manage a global portfolio of investigator-sponsored research and clinical programs across products and therapies.
• Track milestones and communicate risks to stakeholders.
• Partner with investigators and cross-functional teams to support valid studies with regulatory/ethical compliance.
• Coordinate cross-functional clinical research activities and align execution with program plans.
• Represent MiniMed in research discussions with investigators and authorities.
• Build and maintain relationships with sponsors, sites, and internal teams to align priorities.

Skills

Clinical program leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Stakeholder communication

Regulatory & ethics compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree

Advanced degree

Job description

About the Role

We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on - 18 Nov 2026

At MiniMed, you can begin a lifelong career of exploration and innovation, while helping make a difference in the lives of people living with diabetes around the globe. You'll lead with purpose, breaking down barriers to innovation for a more connected, compassionate world.

This is a Hybrid role requiring 3-4 days on-site per week at our Northridge, CA site.

Responsibilities

• Provides clinical program leadership for investigator-sponsored research and early-stage feasibility studies, coordinating study execution and driving timely completion of program milestones.
• Manages a global portfolio of investigator-sponsored research and clinical programs across multiple products and therapies, maintaining integrated timelines, schedules, and deliverables.
• Tracks program milestones and dependencies and communicates risks and resolution plans to stakeholders.
• Partners with investigator sponsors and cross-functional teams to support scientifically valid studies conducted in accordance with applicable regulatory requirements and ethical guidelines.
• Coordinates cross-functional clinical research activities, aligning local execution, stakeholder responsibilities, and operational needs with overall program plans.
• Represents MiniMed in clinical research discussions with investigators, institutions, local customers, and authorities, gathering feedback to inform study planning and address program-level operational issues.
• Builds and maintains collaborative relationships with investigator sponsors, research sites, Program Management, Clinical Affairs, Regulatory Affairs, and Research and Development to align priorities and resolve strategic and operational challenges.

Must Have: Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's degree with 5+ years of relevant experience; or advanced degree with 3+ years of relevant experience

Nice To Have:

• Medical Device Experience
• Experience working in Investigator Sponsored clinical trials
• Experience working in a matrixed, cross-functional environment

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Physical Job Requirements

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position, but they are not an exhaustive list of all the required responsibilities and skills of this position. The physical demands described within the Responsibilities section of this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. For Office Roles: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to be independently mobile. The employee is also required to interact with a computer and communicate with peers and co-workers. Contact your manager or local HR to understand the Work Conditions and Physical requirements that may be specific to each role.

Benefits & Compensation

MiniMed offers a competitive salary and flexible benefits package

At MiniMed, we put people first. A commitment to our employees lives at the core of our values: We recognize their contributions. They share in the success they help create. We offer a wide range of benefits, resources, and competitive compensation plans designed to support you at every stage of your career and life.

Salary ranges for U.S (excl. PR) locations (USD):$109,000.00 - $185,000.00

For roles located in California, Seattle WA, Washington DC, Boston MA, and New York City, the salary range is $121,000 - $205,000 USD.

Actual compensation may vary based on factors including experience, education, certifications, skills, market conditions, internal equity, and geographic location. Compensation and benefits information pertains solely to can