Clinical Trial Operations Director - Multi-Site Leadership

National Institute of Clinical Research; Huntington Beach (CA); On-site; USD 38,572 - 55,104; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid PTO

Holidays

Sick time

Health benefits

401(k) with company match

Job summary

National Institute of Clinical Research in Huntington Beach, CA is seeking a Clinical Trial Manager to oversee site‑level operations and collaborate with senior leadership to plan and execute strategic initiatives.

The role requires 7–10 years in clinical trial management with at least 3 years in direct leadership of multi‑site portfolios, strong regulatory knowledge, and CTMS/EDC/eTMF proficiency. Occasional regional travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a scientific field required; advanced degree preferred.
• 7–10 years in clinical trial management; 3+ years in direct leadership of multi-site portfolios.
• Experience within SMO/site management, CRO, or sponsor environments preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee regional/cross-site clinical operations and ensure regulatory readiness.
• Coordinate site initiation visits, training, and subject enrollment readiness.
• Ensure protocol compliance, drug accountability, data capture, and safety reporting.
• Lead staff development, performance management, and CAPA implementation.
• Manage sponsor monitoring visits, internal audits, and regulatory inspections.

Skills

Leadership & Communication

Regulatory Knowledge

Project Management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences

Advanced degree preferred (Master’s/PhD)

Tools

CTMS

EDC

eTMF

Job description

National Institute of Clinical Research in Huntington Beach, CA is seeking a Clinical Trial Manager to oversee site‑level operations and collaborate with senior leadership to plan and execute strategic initiatives.

The role requires 7–10 years in clinical trial management with at least 3 years in direct leadership of multi‑site portfolios, strong regulatory knowledge, and CTMS/EDC/eTMF proficiency. Occasional regional travel may be required.