Remote Lead Clinical Study Manager

Takeda Pharmaceutical Co.; Massachusetts; Remote; USD 116,000 - 182,000; Full time

Job summary

Takeda Pharmaceutical Co. is seeking a Lead Clinical Study Manager to join the Clinical Operations Leadership team remotely from Massachusetts. You will lead study strategy, oversee execution across programs, and ensure quality, schedule, and budget adherence.

Requires 6+ years in pharma/CRO and 4+ years in clinical study management; advanced degree preferred. Excellent communication and cross-functional leadership skills are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• BS/BA in life sciences or related field.
• 6+ years in pharma/CRO with 4+ years in clinical study management.
• Experience in early-phase or Phase 2/3 global trials.
• Strong communication and program-management skills.
• Fluent business English.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute for assigned trials, including budget adherence.
• Provide input into protocol and study-related documents.
• Ensure feasibility, site selection, and timelines.
• Oversee budgets and external spend; report status to leadership.
• Oversee vendor/CRO selection, budgets, and contracts.
• Monitor risks and implement mitigation strategies.
• Prepare for inspections and support governance.

Skills

Clinical Study Management

Budget Management

Vendors Oversight

Cross-functional Leadership

Education

BS/BA in life sciences

Advanced degree (MS/PhD)

Job description

Takeda Pharmaceutical Co. is seeking a Lead Clinical Study Manager to join the Clinical Operations Leadership team remotely from Massachusetts. You will lead study strategy, oversee execution across programs, and ensure quality, schedule, and budget adherence.

Requires 6+ years in pharma/CRO and 4+ years in clinical study management; advanced degree preferred. Excellent communication and cross-functional leadership skills are essential for success in this role.