Clinical Study Manager (San Antonio, Tx)

Worldwide Clinical Trials; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 119,000; Full time

Job summary

Worldwide Clinical Trials in the United States is seeking a Clinical Study Manager to oversee Phase I–IV trials across local, regional, or global scopes.

You will coordinate with functional area leads, manage budgets, timelines and resources, and ensure delivery meets quality, time, and cost targets. The role reports to the Site Director and emphasizes leadership, problem solving, and collaboration across the organization.

Qualifications

• University/college degree in life sciences or allied health field, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum five years of clinical pharmaceutical industry experience including project management.

Responsibilities

• Lead core project team members and facilitate their ability to lead extended project teams.
• Lead cross-unit coordination with internal and external stakeholders, including sub-contractors.
• Define and manage project resource needs with functional heads and contingency plans for key resources.
• Ensure design, implementation, tracking and revision of project plans for assigned projects.
• Promote effective teamwork among project team members and resolve conflicts as needed.
• Ensure appropriate communication on project-related matters with the CSM management.

Skills

Project management

Cross-functional leadership

Team motivation

Communication skills

Planning & organization

Problem solving

Education

Life sciences degree or allied health certification

Job description

Who we are

We’re a global, midsize CRO that pushes boundaries, innovates and invents because the path to a cure for the world’s most persistent diseases is not paved by those who play it safe. It is built by those who take pioneering, creative approaches and implement them with quality and excellence.

We are Worldwide Clinical Trials, and we are a global team of over 3,500+ experts, bright thinkers, dreamers and doers and, together, we are changing the way the world experiences CROs – in the best possible way.

Our mission is to work with passion and purpose every day to improve lives and we are looking for others who value this same pursuit.

Why Worldwide

We believe everyone plays an important role in making a world of difference for patients and their caregivers. From our hands‑on, accessible leaders, to our cohesive and supportive teams, we are committed to enabling professionals from all backgrounds and experiences to succeed. We prioritize cultivating a diverse and inclusive environment that continues to promote collaboration and creativity. We are proud to be a workplace where people thrive by being themselves and are inspired to do their best work every day. Join us!

What The Clinical Study Manager Does At Worldwide

The Clinical Study Manager (CSM) will manage one or more allocated Phase I through IV Clinical Trials that may be local, regional or global in scope. Worldwide Clinical Trials (WCT) Clinical Study Managers are 100% accountable for the success of their projects: Clinical Study Manager (CSM) is responsible for the overall coordination and management of clinical trials from start up through close out activities. Directs the technical, financial and operational aspects of the projects to secure the successful completion of clinical trials. Works with functional area leads to identify and evaluate fundamental project requirements, interpret data on complex issues, is responsible for contingency planning and implementation of rescue strategy where needed and ensure solutions are implemented.

The CSM works to ensure that all project deliverables meet the customer’s time/quality/cost expectations. The CSM, with support from the Project Management Directors, working in collaboration with other functional area leads, is accountable for ensuring that all project deliverables meet the customer/contract expectations. The Clinical Study Manager works under the direct supervision and guidance of the Site Director. He/she is not responsible for supervising other staff.

What You Will Do

• Lead core project team members and facilitate their ability to lead extended/complete project team
• Lead cross unit coordination both internal and external, inclusive of sub-contractors
• Define and manage project resource needs in conjunction with functional heads and establish contingency plans for key resources
• Ensure successful design, implementation, tracking and revision of project plans for assigned projects
• Promote effective teamwork among project team members; resolve conflicts as needed
• Ensure appropriate communication on project-related matters with the CSM Management

What You Will Bring To The Role

• Experience in managing projects in a multi-office environment
• Demonstrated ability to handle multiple competing priorities; utilize resources effectively
• Demonstrated ability to inspire effective teamwork and motivate staff within a matrix system
• Demonstrated ability to lead by example and to encourage team members to seek solutions
• Excellent communication, planning and organizational skills
• Self-motivated and excellent problem solving skills

Your Experience

• Required: University/college degree (life science preferred) or certification in a related allied health profession from an appropriately accredited institution (e.g., nursing certification, medical or laboratory technology) or equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the individual with the required knowledge, skills and abilities
• Preferred: Minimum of five (5) years of clinical pharmaceutical industry experience including demonstrated skills and competency in clinical project management tasks

At Worldwide Clinical Trials, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace by providing transparent compensation.

The salary range for this position is annually (For hourly paid positions, the stated salary range reflects hourly rates):

United States of America - $60,000.00 - $119,000.00

The salary range provided is intended to give candidates an understanding of potential earnings. Compensation will fall within the provided range, and it not a guarantee of exact salary. The final salary will be determined based on relevant experience, performance, education, and internal equity. In addition to base salary, we offer a competitive benefits package depending on location. We ensure pay equity and transparency and comply with all applicable labor laws. Salary information will be discussed during the interview process, and we encourage candidates to inquire about compensation at any stage.

We love knowing that someone is going to have a better life because of the work we do.