Clinical Trials Operations Lead

University of Southern California; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 89,000 - 118,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Southern California (ATRI) in San Diego seeks a Project Manager to oversee ATRI clinical trials across multiple sites, ensuring timely, compliant study execution. You will collaborate with the Project Director and cross-functional teams to plan, implement, monitor, and closeout trials, while developing essential study materials and ensuring quality deliverables.

The ideal candidate has 2–3 years of clinical trials experience and strong interpersonal, written, and organizational

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Biological Science or related field required.
• Experience in clinical trials and on-site monitoring preferred.
• Familiarity with ICH-GCP guidelines and FDA guidance documents.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; strong organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate planning and administration of multi-site clinical trials.
• Set and maintain priorities and timelines for studies across multiple sites.
• Lead study planning meetings, manage minutes and action-item tracking.
• Serve as primary contact and guidance for assigned studies.
• Provide work direction and delegate tasks to staff.
• Develop study materials: protocols, training manuals, source documents.
• Create templates and guidelines per SOPs and regulations.

Skills

Clinical trials

Medical devices knowledge

Policy & compliance

Technical documentation

Data management

Project leadership

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Biological Science or related field

Master's degree in Neurosciences or Public Health or Pharmacology or related field

Tools

OmniPlan

Microsoft Office

Job description

The University of Southern California (ATRI) in San Diego seeks a Project Manager to oversee ATRI clinical trials across multiple sites, ensuring timely, compliant study execution. You will collaborate with the Project Director and cross-functional teams to plan, implement, monitor, and closeout trials, while developing essential study materials and ensuring quality deliverables.

The ideal candidate has 2–3 years of clinical trials experience and strong interpersonal, written, and organizational